The Royal Sonesta New Orleans

The Royal Sonesta New Orleans - Event Venue in New Orleans, Louisiana

Event Space · New Orleans, Louisiana

300 Bourbon Street, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

About The Royal Sonesta New Orleans

The Royal Sonesta New Orleans is a luxury hotel located in the heart of the French Quarter on world-famous Bourbon Street. The venue features elegant guest rooms and suites, on-site dining options, a jazz club, and a serene outdoor pool. It offers a refined setting for weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations with a blend of New Orleans charm and modern amenities.

Venue Details

  • Seated capacity: 540
  • Standing capacity: 600
  • Meeting space: 20,000 sq ft
  • Meeting rooms: 20

Ratings

Google Rating: 4.3/5 (4,255 reviews)

AAA Diamond Rating: 4

Guest Highlights

  • Staff
  • Restaurant
  • Location
  • Room
  • Valet
  • Clean
  • Decor

Amenities

Facilities

  • outdoor pool
  • event venues
  • restaurants
  • jazz club
  • courtyard

Room Features

  • natural light
  • balcony
  • courtyard views
  • pool views
  • dedicated workspace
  • marble bathroom
  • jetted tub

Guest Services

  • pet friendly

Meeting Rooms & Event Spaces

Grand Ballroom

  • Type: Ballroom
  • Size: 5,000 sq ft
  • Ceiling height: 19 ft
  • Capacity — Theater: 540, Classroom: 300, Banquet: 400, Cocktail: 600
  • Features: Wheelchair accessible, divisible, chandeliers
  • Located on the first floor, the Grand Ballroom is the largest space with sparkling chandeliers and elegant decor. It is divisible into two separate spaces, North Ballroom and South Ballroom.

Fleur de Lis Suite and Courtyard

  • Type: Multi Purpose
  • Size: 5,240 sq ft
  • Ceiling height: 12 ft
  • Capacity — Theater: 170, Classroom: 80, Banquet: 150, Boardroom: 35, Cocktail: 200, U-Shape: 24, Hollow Square: 30
  • Features: Wheelchair accessible, courtyard, natural light
  • The elegant Fleur-de-Lis Suite, combined with a charming courtyard, features elegant design and lush greenery—a stunning backdrop for events, small meetings, and executive retreats.

Bourbon Balcony Suites

  • Type: Outdoor Space
  • Size: 413 sq ft
  • Ceiling height: 8 ft
  • Capacity — Theater: 70, Classroom: 24, Banquet: 50, Boardroom: 20, Cocktail: 50, U-Shape: 20, Hollow Square: 20
  • Features: Wheelchair accessible, balcony, street view
  • Three unique suites featuring classic wrought-iron balconies overlooking lively New Orleans streets, ideal for private events.

Evangeline Suite

  • Type: Multi Purpose
  • Size: 2,110 sq ft
  • Ceiling height: 16 ft
  • Capacity — Theater: 170, Classroom: 80, Banquet: 150, Boardroom: 35, Cocktail: 200, U-Shape: 24, Hollow Square: 30
  • Features: Wheelchair accessible, chandeliers, floor-to-ceiling windows
  • Timeless chic, the Evangeline Suite is illuminated with elegant chandeliers and floor-to-ceiling windows. Versatile layout and semi-private foyer.

Acadia Suite

  • Type: Multi Purpose
  • Size: 2,300 sq ft
  • Ceiling height: 8 ft
  • Capacity — Theater: 180, Classroom: 100, Banquet: 150, Boardroom: 30, Cocktail: 200, U-Shape: 50, Hollow Square: 50
  • Features: Wheelchair accessible
  • A versatile suite for meetings and events.

Iberville & Esplanade

  • Type: Boardroom
  • Size: 350 sq ft
  • Ceiling height: 8 ft
  • Capacity — Theater: 20, Classroom: 12, Banquet: 20, Boardroom: 14, Cocktail: 20, U-Shape: 8, Hollow Square: 10
  • Features: Wheelchair accessible
  • Sophisticated board rooms for small meetings, remote work sessions, or intimate private dinners.

Style

luxury, historic, elegant, contemporary, urban

Contact

Phone: (504) 586-0300