
Hotel Monteleone
Best for classic French Quarter character, a compact rooftop pool scene, and the historic Carousel Bar experience.
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Hotel Monteleone is a family-owned French Quarter landmark known for its rotating Carousel Bar and heated rooftop pool; read this if you want a historic, walkable French Quarter stay. The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel is a grand downtown luxury hotel with Waldorf service and large event spaces; read this if you want downtown elegance, a large spa, and big-hotel amenities.
Updated · about 0.8 km apart

Best for classic French Quarter character, a compact rooftop pool scene, and the historic Carousel Bar experience.

Best for large meetings/events, a full-service Waldorf Astoria spa, and a downtown address near Canal Street and CBD attractions.
When Hotel Monteleone wins: choose Monteleone if you want to stay right in the French Quarter on Royal Street, prefer a smaller, historic hotel with an iconic rotating bar, and want easy walking access to Bourbon Street and Jackson Square.
When The Roosevelt wins: choose The Roosevelt if you want a larger, full-service luxury hotel with a formal lobby, multiple restaurants and bars, a sizable spa, and extensive conference/ballroom capacity.
Bottom line: both are historic New Orleans hotels; pick Monteleone for intimate French Quarter atmosphere and signature bar/pool moments, pick The Roosevelt for downtown grandeur, more on-site facilities, and major meeting-space needs.
| Category | Hotel Monteleone | The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Historic, family-owned French Quarter hotel with a small-hotel feel. | Grand, branded luxury hotel with formal public rooms and large-hotel services. |
| Location | 214 Royal Street — one block from Bourbon Street, walkable to Jackson Square and Riverfront. | 130 Roosevelt Way — Canal Street/CBD, steps from Canal and a short walk to Bourbon Street. |
| Size | About 570 rooms across roughly 14–17 floors. | 504 guestrooms. |
| Age / history | Family-owned since 1886; long French Quarter history. | Historic downtown grande dame under the Waldorf Astoria brand (major luxury pedigree). |
| Pools | Heated rooftop pool reserved for guests; adjoining Acqua Bella poolside bar. | Outdoor pool with poolside bar; hotel lists one outdoor pool. |
| Restaurants & bars | Criollo Restaurant, Carousel Bar & Lounge (revolving), Acqua Bella Poolside Bar. | Four restaurants, two bars/lounges, one coffee shop/cafe (Fountain Lounge is one named venue). |
| Spa & wellness | Spa Aria with massages, facials and signature 'Full Monte' package; 24-hour rooftop fitness. | Full-service spa offering massages, body treatments and facials; 24-hour fitness center. |
| Meetings & events | About 24,000–27,000 sq ft of meeting space, multiple ballrooms including Iberville and Queen Anne. | Approximately 59,998 sq ft of conference/meeting space; extensive ballrooms and event facilities. |
| Family friendly | All ages welcome; children 17 and under stay free using existing bedding. | |
| Typical guest experience | Historic character, compact service, intimate dining and bar experiences. | Branded luxury polish, more on-site outlets and services for events and leisure. |
Hotel Monteleone sits on Royal Street in the heart of the French Quarter — one block from Bourbon Street and a short walk to Jackson Square.
Choose Monteleone for the most central French Quarter walking access.
The Roosevelt anchors Canal Street in the Central Business District, putting you close to Canal Street transit, theaters and CBD dining.
Choose The Roosevelt for a downtown base that’s still near the French Quarter.
Hotel Monteleone markets a smaller set of room types with French Quarter style and historic touches.
Monteleone’s rooms lean toward historic character and guestable comfort in a compact footprint.
The Roosevelt offers a wide range of rooms and suites under the Waldorf Astoria naming conventions.
The Roosevelt gives a broader range of room categories and larger-suite options for luxury stays.
Hotel Monteleone’s dining centers on Louisiana/Gulf Coast cuisine and its famed Carousel Bar.
Monteleone is ideal for guests who want French Quarter flavor and an iconic cocktail venue.
The Roosevelt lists four restaurants and two bars, offering more on-site dining variety.
The Roosevelt works for travelers who want more on-site restaurant and bar choices.
Hotel Monteleone’s heated rooftop pool is a guest-only feature with river and Quarter views.
Monteleone’s rooftop pool is a small, scenic guest-only spot — good for cooling off between sightseeing.
The Roosevelt has an outdoor pool and a poolside bar listed among its recreational amenities.
Pick The Roosevelt if you want a conventional outdoor pool as part of a larger set of amenities.
Hotel Monteleone pairs Spa Aria and the Carousel Bar for a mix of relaxation and classic New Orleans nightlife.
Monteleone suits travelers who like a compact spa plus iconic evening bar experiences.
The Roosevelt provides a full-service spa and multiple lounges for more varied wellness and evening options.
The Roosevelt is better when you want a larger spa program and more on-site evening venues.

Hotel Monteleone — literal French Quarter address, historic ownership and the Carousel Bar put you in the middle of the Quarter.

The Roosevelt — roughly 59,998 sq ft of conference space and large ballrooms make it the stronger choice for large groups.

Hotel Monteleone — home to the only revolving bar in New Orleans, the Carousel Bar & Lounge.

The Roosevelt — Waldorf Astoria–branded full-service spa and more on-site dining and lounge options.
Hotel Monteleone — it's on Royal Street one block from Bourbon Street; The Roosevelt is a short walk from Bourbon Street but has a downtown/Canal Street address.
Hotel Monteleone — the Carousel Bar & Lounge is the only rotating bar in New Orleans and a longtime attraction.
Yes. Both hotels welcome families; Monteleone explicitly notes children 17 and under stay free using existing bedding, and The Roosevelt allows up to 2 children 17 and younger to stay free with a parent/guardian.
The Roosevelt has far more total conference space by supplier listing, but Hotel Monteleone also offers sizeable historic ballrooms; pick The Roosevelt for very large events and Monteleone for smaller, French Quarter–centered celebrations.
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