Hotel Monteleone

This place is worth every penny. Great experience with checking in, from Valet, to front desk, to bell hope for luggage storage, and finally the concierge. This is the best traditional hotel that I have ever been to. The cleanliness of the room was amazing, the amenities were great with the tub and shower, very comfortable and luxurious. The bed was super comfortable and the pillows were something I can brag about! The rooftop bar and pool were awesome! The drinks were great and the price was fair. I wanted to spotlight Khiya, who we watched help an elderly couple spray on sunscreen and then help the same elderly lady down into the pool, even getting her socks wet! It was a very sweet moment of an employee going way beyond. The stay was short and unfortunately the carousel bar was too packed for us to try. It looked pretty sweet, maybe another time. We had a royal suite which is worth the upgrade, hopefully one day I’ll get back there and stay for more than a day to write a better view about all things Monteleone. It could be a great three day trip without ever leaving the hotel!

Since 1886 on Royal Street in the French Quarter this family-owned hotel has a history of haunting events. The historic hotel has been the location for movies and TV and in works by Hemmingway and Faulkner. When we stayed there for a Viking Mississippi post-cruise extension, the Carousel Bar off the lobby was dim but always busy as New Orlean’s first and only lighted rotating bar (15 minutes a turn) since 1949. Pool, gym and meeting rooms are on the top floor (roof). Entering from Royal Street there are two sets of three steps each up to the main lobby level. I needed some international postage stamps, and when I asked the Monteleone concierge, she directed me to a nearby packing and printing business called Ship Happens. They had everything I needed. My little solo room 846 overlooked the street and while the hotel was quiet, outside music and traffic noise could be heard. There was no space to put my luggage on the provided rack without blocking a closet door, so I put it on the counter beside the desk. The new single pane windows have aluminum frames and when the overnight temperature dropped from the 80s to the 60s, heavy condensation formed on the inside metal and glass. The big heavy hair dryer was as usual, in one of those ubiquitous draw-string bags but there was no bathroom electrical outlet that fitted the dryer plug. Finally found one on the far side of the bed. Why do hotels do this? Otherwise, the room was good, with comfy bed and attentive housekeeping.

The Hotel Monteleone is an elegant and timeless property that delivers a truly high‑quality experience. From the moment you arrive, the staff is professional, attentive, and genuinely welcoming, making guests feel well cared for throughout their stay. The dining experience is excellent, offering both quality and atmosphere that reflect the character of the hotel. The event and meeting facilities are well designed, flexible, and supported by a knowledgeable team that understands the needs of both planners and attendees. Overall, the Hotel Monteleone combines classic elegance with strong service and is an outstanding choice for both lodging and hosted events. The only flaw is that the management were not as attentive to detail as the staff. Upon arrival and throughout the stay the management missed providing a welcoming gift to the guests in their rooms that I paid them to do. I would not recommend this hotel if you have a very important event such as a wedding where detail and even small ones are important. More than likely it will be missed. The management poorly followed up even after making them aware and provided a poor excuse on the miss and the correction was missed again. However if you are coming to visit New Orleans for vacation and not worried about details this is a must stay hotel.

It has been a tough winter in Boston, and it seemed like a great idea to fly south to New Orleans. We had both been there before, so we knew about many of the Accommodations. We chose the Hotel Monteleone because of its more traditional, elegant appearance. It did not disappoint us in any way. It was busy when we arrived, but the staff was gracious. When our room was ready, the bellman brought us and the luggage to our room. It was quiet, spacious and well-appointed. We made a reservation for Crillo for dinner, simply because it was convenient. It was spectacular, far beyond expected. I am still raving about the flavor and freshness of our meal. The three next dinners at famous local restaurants did not compare to Crillo. We felt that housekeeping & turn-down service was outstanding. Twice a day, when we entered our room, it was as if we hadn’t been there. Every member of the staff greeted us and asked if we were pleased with our stay. It matters to them, and it is obvious. Now, we can’t imagine staying anywhere else!

Beautiful historic hotel located in the French Quarter. We stayed three nights, and housekeeping and maintenance (issue with a shower head that was quickly replaced) were prompt and thorough. Special moment as on our last day we wandered around trying to find the rooftop pool. Khiya saw us in the elevator, guided us where we needed to go and then noticed I was taking pictures from the roof. She said, “follow me” and took us to a party room with magnificent views. She then took pictures of our daughter and us with the city and river in the background. So sweet and a wonderful final moment of our stay!