Hotel Monteleone FAQs

Hotel Monteleone is at 214 Royal Street in the French Quarter of New Orleans, one block from Bourbon Street and within easy walking distance of Jackson Square, the French Market, and the Mississippi River.

Yes. Hotel Monteleone is a historic, family-owned hotel that has been under the same family's ownership since 1886.

Yes. Hotel Monteleone has a heated rooftop pool that is open daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM and is reserved exclusively for hotel guests.

On-site dining includes Criollo Restaurant (breakfast, lunch, brunch, dinner), the rotating Carousel Bar & Lounge, and the rooftop Acqua Bella poolside bar.

Yes. Hotel Monteleone offers complimentary high-speed Wi‑Fi in guest rooms and public areas, with an optional paid upgrade to a higher speed tier available.

No. Hotel Monteleone does not charge a resort fee.

Yes. The property provides full wheelchair access, including an accessible path of travel via the Bienville Street entrance and accessible meeting spaces and restaurant access.

Hotel Monteleone is a historic high-rise property with approximately 570 rooms across roughly 14–17 floors.

Yes. The hotel has extensive meeting and event space—more than 24,000 square feet across multiple ballrooms and meeting rooms, including the Iberville and Queen Anne ballrooms.

Yes. Hotel Monteleone welcomes families and children of all ages.

Children 17 and under stay free when using existing bedding; children 18 and older are charged as adults.

Yes. The reservation holder must be at least 21 years old and must present a photo ID and credit card at check-in.

Yes. The heated rooftop pool is guest-only and families may use it; the pool is open daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

The hotel's research notes that free cribs are available, but you should confirm availability with the hotel or your booking agent prior to arrival.

Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult when visiting Spa Aria.

Yes. Families are welcome to dine at Criollo Restaurant for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner; the Carousel Bar & Lounge and some evening venues tend to attract more adult guests.

Yes. The concierge can help arrange family-friendly tours and excursions in and around New Orleans.

Standard check-in is 4:00 PM and standard check-out is 12:00 PM (noon).

You must present a valid photo ID and a credit card at check-in; the reservation holder must be at least 21 years old.

The hotel does not accept same‑day bookings made after 9:00 PM local time.

Yes. The hotel operates two 24‑hour valet parking facilities for guests; there is no self‑parking option.

Parking space is limited for oversized vehicles; the hotel lists maximum vehicle dimensions and restricts some large vans and trucks—check with the hotel for specifics before arrival.

The property is smoke-free throughout; confirm any designated smoking areas with the hotel if needed.

Complimentary Wi‑Fi is included; a paid upgrade to a higher speed tier is available for a small fee.

No. Hotel Monteleone does not charge a resort fee, though certain amenities and service charges (for example parking or specialty spa services) may incur separate fees.

For booking assistance you can contact BookResorts agents 24/7 at +1 (888) 605-1350, or contact the hotel directly via the phone numbers listed on their official site.

One named room type in the property information is the Superior Room, Tower (1 King Bed); the hotel also offers many room and suite categories across the property—check current availability with the hotel or your booking agent.

The Superior Room, Tower is listed with one King Bed.

Yes. All guest rooms include complimentary high-speed Wi‑Fi, with an optional paid upgrade to a higher speed.

Yes. Hotel Monteleone provides wheelchair-accessible rooms and an accessible path of travel; request accessible room options when booking.

Guest rooms offer standard hotel amenities and access to property services such as a 24‑hour front desk, business center, and concierge; confirm specific in‑room amenities with the hotel for the room you book.

The hotel is pet-friendly but pets are accepted only in designated pet-friendly rooms (noted as Traditional Rooms); service animals are welcome and exempt from pet fees.

Yes. Families can stay in guest rooms at Hotel Monteleone; children 17 and under stay free using existing bedding, and cribs are available on request.

Standard housekeeping and room services are provided; check with the hotel for specific housekeeping schedules or special requests.

No. Hotel Monteleone is not an all‑inclusive property; room rates do not include meals or drinks unless stated in a specific package.

No. Hotel Monteleone does not include meals in room rates; cooked-to-order breakfast is available at Criollo Restaurant for a surcharge.

Criollo serves breakfast daily 6:30–10:30 AM, lunch daily 11:30 AM–2:00 PM, a specialty Jazz Brunch Saturday and Sunday 11:30 AM–2:00 PM, and dinner Thursday through Monday 6:00–9:00 PM.

Reservations are strongly suggested for Criollo Restaurant and can be made via OpenTable or Resy; larger parties should contact the hotel for private dining rooms.

Criollo Restaurant uses a Smart Casual dress code appropriate for its Casual Elegant dining atmosphere.

Le Petit Chef is an immersive 3D-projection dining experience at Criollo offering a seasonal five-course dinner with optional wine pairing; dinner seatings run Thursday through Monday and a brunch show runs Saturday and Sunday. Reservations are required via Resy.

The Carousel Bar & Lounge is open daily from 11:00 AM to 12:00 AM and features live entertainment Wednesday through Sunday.

Yes. The rooftop Acqua Bella Poolside Bar serves cocktails, seafood and light fare alongside the heated rooftop pool and is listed as open daily 11:00 AM–6:00 PM (seasonal/in season).

Yes. Hotel Monteleone welcomes children of all ages and families are welcome to dine together at Criollo Restaurant for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner.

Hotel Monteleone's on-site spa is Spa Aria, located on the mezzanine/second floor.

Spa Aria is open Monday–Saturday 9:00 AM–7:00 PM and Sunday 10:00 AM–6:00 PM.

Spa Aria offers massages, facials, reflexology, body wraps, manicures, pedicures and waxing, using Pevonia and Cinq Mondes product lines.

Yes. Spa Aria offers a signature 'Full Monte' package that includes a 90-minute massage, a deluxe facial, and a manicure-pedicure.

Reported massage prices range roughly from $75 to $165 before add-ons, and spa packages vary widely; for exact current pricing contact Spa Aria directly.

Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult when visiting Spa Aria.

You can book Spa Aria services directly through the hotel or by contacting Spa Aria; reservations are recommended to secure preferred times.

Yes. Hotel Monteleone has a 24-hour rooftop fitness center adjacent to the outdoor pool, equipped with Technogym cardio and strength-training machines.

Yes. Hotel Monteleone has a heated rooftop outdoor pool open daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Pool access is reserved exclusively for hotel guests.

Acqua Bella is listed as open daily from 11:00 AM until 6:00 PM when in season and serves cocktails, seafood and light fare beside the pool.

Yes. The rooftop pool is described as heated and is open year-round.

Yes. The rooftop pool is surrounded by a sun deck with lounge chairs and offers views over the French Quarter and the Mississippi River.

Hotel Monteleone's pool is reserved for guests, though third-party day-pass products have been listed by external providers; those offers are third-party services rather than a hotel policy.

The available facts do not state whether a lifeguard is on duty; contact the hotel for current pool supervision details.

Yes. The hotel is family-friendly and the rooftop pool is used by families, though standard pool rules and adult supervision requirements apply.

Spring (March–May) and fall (October–November) are generally recommended for milder temperatures and lower humidity.

Summer (June–August) is hot and humid with daytime highs often near 90°F and frequent afternoon thunderstorms.

Winter is mild; January is typically the coolest month with daytime highs around the low 60s°F.

Hurricane season runs June 1 through November 30, with peak activity typically from mid-August into mid-October.

July is typically the rainiest month in New Orleans, with many rainy days.

Spring is peak festival season in New Orleans, including major events like Mardi Gras and Jazz Fest, which lead to higher crowds and demand.

Bring lightweight, breathable clothing, sun protection and a light rain layer for afternoon storms.

Pack layers for variable temperatures, a light jacket for cooler evenings, and comfortable walking shoes for exploring the French Quarter.

A taxi or rideshare takes about 20–26 minutes and typically costs roughly $40–$55; RTA Line 202 bus connects the airport to downtown in about 38–41 minutes for $1–$2, and private airport shuttles are also available.

Hotel Monteleone is at 214 Royal Street, New Orleans, Louisiana, 70130, US.

Yes — the hotel operates two 24-hour valet parking facilities; there is no self-parking option. The hotel's listed valet rate is $48 plus tax per day (rates may vary).

Yes — the hotel is about 0.2 miles from the RTA streetcar system and within short walking distance of local bus stops and the Riverfront/Canal lines.

Yes — Hotel Monteleone is one block from Bourbon Street and within easy walking distance of Jackson Square, the French Market, and the Mississippi River; many guests describe the location as very walkable.

Standard check-in is 4:00 PM and standard check-out is 12:00 PM (noon).

Yes — the property provides full wheelchair accessibility, including an accessible path of travel via the Bienville Street entrance and accessible meeting spaces.

Yes — the hotel welcomes children of all ages; children 17 and under stay free using existing bedding, while children 18 and older are charged as adults.

The hotel is pet-friendly for up to two pets per room with a $100 non-refundable fee plus $25 per pet per night; service animals are welcome and exempt from pet fees.

On-site amenities include a heated rooftop pool (open daily 6:00 AM–10:00 PM for guests only), Spa Aria, a 24-hour rooftop fitness center, and the Carousel Bar & Lounge.

Yes — the concierge offers tours and ticket assistance and can help arrange swamp tours, plantation day trips, and other local excursions.

Yes — the Carousel Bar & Lounge is open daily from 11:00 AM–12:00 AM and features live entertainment Wednesday through Sunday.

On-site dining includes Criollo Restaurant for breakfast, lunch and dinner, the rotating Carousel Bar & Lounge, and the rooftop Acqua Bella Poolside Bar.

No — the heated rooftop pool is reserved exclusively for hotel guests.

The Historic New Orleans Collection is about a 5-minute walk; the National WWII Museum is roughly 0.9–1 mile away and the Ogden Museum of Southern Art is a short trip as well.

Yes — Spa Aria on the mezzanine offers facials, massages, body treatments, manicures and pedicures using Pevonia and Cinq Mondes products, with published hours Monday–Saturday 9:00 AM–7:00 PM and Sunday 10:00 AM–6:00 PM.

Children may use the rooftop pool (it's guest-only); children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult to use Spa Aria.

Popular day trips arranged via concierge include Oak Alley Plantation (about 53 miles), Whitney Plantation (roughly 45 miles), and several swamp tours departing about 25 minutes from the city.

Yes — Hotel Monteleone offers multiple event spaces and ballrooms for weddings, receptions and related celebrations.

The hotel’s larger spaces include the Iberville Ballroom (about 6,236 sq ft) and the Queen Anne Ballroom (about 3,500 sq ft), plus several smaller meeting and reception rooms.

Capacities vary by room: Queen Anne lists wedding capacities up to about 225 guests; Iberville capacities range in sources up to several hundred depending on layout; overall indoor event capacity is commonly cited up to about 300 guests.

Yes — wedding packages include a dedicated Special Events Manager to help plan logistics, room blocks and event details.

Yes — some ballrooms list food-and-beverage minimums; for example, published sources note a starting F&B minimum for the Queen Anne Ballroom and the La Nouvelle/La Nouvelle Orleans ballroom, but specific minimums vary by date and event details.

Yes — wedding packages include special room rates and bridal-suite access, and the hotel offers event services to coordinate guest room blocks.

The hotel’s event space listings do not show a permanent outdoor ceremony/reception lawn; rooftop terrace spaces such as the Vieux Carre terrace are available for events but specifics should be confirmed with the events team.

Yes — Hotel Monteleone provides accessible meeting spaces and a wheelchair-accessible path of travel via the Bienville Street entrance.

You can book directly through the hotel's channels or through third-party sites; for agent assistance 24/7, BookResorts' phone for this hotel is +1 (888) 605-1350.

One room type listed in the property details is the Superior Room, Tower (1 King Bed); the hotel also lists a range of room categories across its inventory.

No — Hotel Monteleone is not an all-inclusive property; breakfast is available cooked-to-order at Criollo Restaurant for an additional surcharge, with published typical pricing around $30–$45 per person.

Complimentary high-speed WiFi is available in guest rooms and public areas; a paid room upgrade to a higher speed tier (20 Mbps) is available for $5.95.

Guests must present a valid photo ID and a credit card at check-in, and the reservation holder must be at least 21 years old.

No — the property does not charge a resort fee.

The hotel does not accept same-day bookings made after 9:00 PM (21:00), according to published booking information.

Valet parking is available for a daily fee (the hotel's listed rate is $48 plus tax per day, subject to change) and the pet fee is a $100 non-refundable charge plus $25 per pet per night for up to two pets.

For groups and weddings, contact the hotel's Special Events Manager or the events team directly; the hotel’s sales and events contacts can provide current capacities, minimums and package details.