Best Luxury Hotels in Louisiana

Found just a couple of blocks back from the river, this Marriott-owned property is in the downtown area of the city, two miles from the university, with airport transfers provided. It has 135 bedrooms set across 12 floors, with a choice of suites, king and queen rooms. Guests can dine onsite at The Gregory restaurant and lounge, or grab a quick bite and a drink at Milford’s On Third, the hotel’s Big Apple-inspired deli. The Watermark also offers four meeting venues, including a former 1920s vault and a 24-hour fitness suite. 

Located on Canal Street, within the reimagined Caesars Tower, the hotel offers guests convenient access to New Orleans’ iconic French Quarter as well as spectacular riverfront views. Occupying two floors, the hotel features 54 exquisitely designed guest rooms and suites that combine contemporary luxury with understated Japanese elegance. In addition to a great range of dining options, guests can also enjoy the distinctive flavours of Nobu New Orleans where Japanese culinary artistry comes together with local ingredients and a New Orleans twist. A casino, live events, cocktail lounge and lively bars are also available onsite for guests’ leisure. The hotel brings the world-renowned Nobu experience to the already vibrant cultural hub of New Orleans.

The Hotel Henrietta encapsulates the charm and history of New Orleans. Situated on the iconic St. Charles Avenue Henrietta is a perfect place for those wishing the explore the hustle of New Orleans at a leisurely pace. The hotel’s interior is chic and light with the hotel’s iconic lobby featuring wall coverings from the renowned French designer Pierre Frey. The Henrietta’s rooms and suites feature dark wood accents and classic vibrant furniture which makes them cosy yet homely. The rooms are equipped with parachute linens, in-room bars, and custom Turkish robes. The hotel’s lounge is home to a bagel shop, coffee shop and cocktail bar. The lounge also has a restaurant which serves light dishes in the lounge’s warm and inviting interior.

Go downtown to what was once a W property. Le Meridien now caters for a more mature market, with rooms modelled on mid-century Parisian style. Indeed this ‘grown-up’ arty feel extends throughout the building, with rooms dressed in calming, moody tones, accompanied by hints of retro design. Grab a book and order a whisky as you recline in the sophisticated lounge, or swim a few laps in the chic rooftop pool. Breakfast is served in Marche, with coffee brewed in Longitude 90. There are no options on-site for dinner, but with a plethora of restaurants close by, you needn’t stray far to find some excellent local food.

Housed in a skyscraper (the hotel begins on the 11th floor), this is the place for views. At Loews, you can work out while looking at the Mississippi. The hotel also boasts a superb spa with an indoor saltwater pool. Its interior design moves between arty/funky and traditional elegance, while its food offering comes from the esteemed Brennan family restauranteurs, at Cafe Adelaide, serving New Orlean classic dishes. And if you fancy experiencing private dining, book a place at the Chef’s Table with wine pairings. Weekends bring live jazz in the bar, or guests fancying a flutter can pop across the road to Harrah’s Casino.

While NOPSI is found smack bang in the centre of the Business District, it’s as popular with leisure travellers as those visiting for work. The art deco era building was originally intended as a public services office, and while there are nods to this heritage among the hotel’s artefacts, these days it’s an undeniably glamorous spot. From a minimal modern rooftop pool terrace to an opulent vaulted lobby, NOPSI provides lashings of luxe. The hotel’s dining room, Public Service, pays homage to the property’s former life, while its casual eatery, Above the Grid, is beside the small pool. And there’s a super gin bar, Undercurrent.

Hotel de la Poste – French Quarter, A Renaissance Hotel is a beautiftul modern hotel that is hiiden away in French Quarter, a lesser-known and enigmatic side of the city. Each of the HOW MANY ROOMS blend jewel-toned bayou inspirations and the Quarter’s own musical culture to create a cosy nook away from the hustle and bustle. Guests can dine at 3rd Block Depot Kitchen + Bar near Bourbon Street and serves delicious Southern cuisine, strong cocktails and an internationally famous weekend brunch. Onsite leisure facilities include an outdoor pool and fitness centre whilst there is a great variety of local experiences which can be enjoyed within easy access of the hotel.

A Grande Dame from another big name hotelier, The Roosevelt has an old school, glamorous feel. Walnut panelling, dark wood furnishings, leather armchairs, chandeliers, gilt columns and low-level lighting create a Presidential atmosphere befitting its title. Rooms come with Waldorf Serenity beds, 42-inch flat-screen TVs, Ferragamo toiletries and minibars. The Roosevelt was built in 1893, but underwent major reconstruction in the wake of Hurricane Katrina, reopening in 2009. The Mississippi River is within strolling distance and its feature restaurant, Sazerac, is a destination dining venue. There’s also an Italian eatery, a rooftop poolside bar and Teddy’s cafe for coffee and fresh pastries.

Stay at the Ritz-Carlton where in-house live jazz comes as standard. This used to be an upmarket department store until the grand Beaux-Arts building was transformed into an elegant hotel. It’s on the fringes of the French Quarter, offering easy access to all areas of the city. Guests can dine in the M Bistro and wine in the Davenport Lounge, while those residing in higher grade rooms also have access to a Club Level lounge. The spa encompasses the ground floor of the hotel and includes a swimming pool.

Set in a 34-storey tower (the former International Trade Mart building), the Four Seasons has 341 guest rooms, including 81 suites. There are three restaurants and two bars onsite; including the contemporary Southern cuisine at Miss River to classic cocktails and light bites at the Bayou Bar and the romantic Moonlight Lounge on the rooftop, perfect for starry nights. There’s also an observation deck, a 75-foot infinity pool and a large spa with eight treatment rooms. You’ll find the property beside the Mississippi River, between the French Quarter and the Warehouse District.