What's included at Hotel Monteleone — and what costs extra
Hotel Monteleone includes standard room amenities (complimentary high-speed Wi‑Fi, 24‑hour front desk/concierge, access to the heated rooftop pool and 24‑hour rooftop fitness center, in‑house dining and bars, and business/meeting spaces). Extra costs you should expect: cooked‑to‑order breakfast and most food/drink, spa treatments, valet parking, pet fees, and optional paid Wi‑Fi upgrade or specialty dining events.
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Rooms and basics — what’s included in your stay
The hotel’s primary guest room type listed is the Superior Room, Tower (1 King Bed). Standard in-room inclusions across the property are complimentary high‑speed Wi‑Fi (with a free tier and an optional paid upgrade), daily housekeeping, in‑room TV, and 24‑hour front desk service.
Check-in is standard at 4:00 PM and check-out is 12:00 PM (noon). The reservation holder must meet the hotel’s minimum age requirement at check-in and present photo ID and a credit card.
- Complimentary high‑speed Wi‑Fi in rooms and public areas (free tier available; paid upgrade to faster tier offered)
- Daily housekeeping and 24‑hour front desk/concierge
- Business center with 24‑hour key access
| Item | Included or Extra? |
|---|---|
| Room rate | Includes basic room amenities and Wi‑Fi (free tier) |
| Cooked-to-order breakfast | Extra (charged at Criollo Restaurant) |
| Paid Wi‑Fi upgrade | Optional extra (hotel offers faster tier for a fee) |
Pool and fitness — guest access and hours
Hotel Monteleone guests have access to a heated rooftop pool and adjacent 24‑hour rooftop fitness center. The rooftop pool is reserved for hotel guests only and runs year‑round.
Pool hours and the poolside bar hours are set by the hotel; the pool is open daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM. The Acqua Bella Poolside Bar serves poolside food and drinks during daytime hours.
- Rooftop pool: open daily 6:00 AM–10:00 PM (guests only)
- Acqua Bella Poolside Bar: daytime service (menu includes cocktails, seafood and light fare)
- 24‑hour rooftop fitness center: Technogym cardio and strength equipment; towels and bottled water available
| Facility | Hours |
|---|---|
| Rooftop pool | 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM (daily) |
| Acqua Bella Poolside Bar | Daytime (hotel lists 11:00 AM–6:00 PM; seasonally variable) |
| Rooftop fitness center | 24 hours |
Dining and bars — what’s on site and what costs extra
On-site dining includes Criollo Restaurant (breakfast, lunch, specialty brunch and limited dinner service), the rotating Carousel Bar & Lounge, and Acqua Bella Poolside Bar. These are hotel venues but food and drinks are charged separately from the room rate.
Some specialty experiences, such as the Le Petit Chef immersive dinner at Criollo, carry separate per-person charges and require reservations.
- Criollo Restaurant — cooked‑to‑order breakfast, lunch, Jazz Brunch on weekends, and dinner service on select nights (reservations suggested)
- Carousel Bar & Lounge — rotating 25‑seat bar; drinks charged individually; live entertainment Wed–Sun
- Le Petit Chef immersive dining — separate ticket/meal price and reservation required
| Venue | Typical charge type |
|---|---|
| Criollo Restaurant | Per‑meal charges (breakfast ≈ $30–$45 per person; menu items priced individually) |
| Carousel Bar & Lounge | Drinks charged individually; seating may be limited |
| Acqua Bella Poolside Bar | Poolside food & drinks charged individually |
Spa, wellness and extras — what you pay for
Spa Aria operates on a fee basis: facials, massages, body treatments, manicures/pedicures, and packages are available and priced separately. Spa hours and age policies apply: Spa Aria hours run Monday–Saturday 9:00 AM–7:00 PM and Sunday 10:00 AM–6:00 PM, and minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Massage and package pricing varies by treatment length and inclusions; published ranges include single massages roughly $75–$165 and packages that can range higher for multi‑service or couples options.
- Spa Aria services: massages, facials, body wraps, waxing, manicures/pedicures (charged per treatment)
- Signature package example: 'Full Monte' includes a 90‑minute massage, deluxe facial, and manicure‑pedicure (package fee applies)
- Children under 18 require adult supervision in the spa
| Service | Typical price indication |
|---|---|
| Single massage | $75–$165 (varies by service/add‑ons) |
| Spa packages | Ranges from around $175 up to several hundred dollars (couples packages higher) |
| Salon services (mani/pedi) | Priced per service |
Policies and fees to expect at check‑in
Hotel Monteleone does not charge a resort fee, but there are common surcharges guests should plan for: valet parking, pet fees, charges for meals and spa services, and optional Wi‑Fi upgrades.
Valet parking is the only on‑site parking option; published hotel information lists a daily valet rate (the hotel's own page lists $48 plus tax per day for regular vehicles; third‑party sites show different historical rates).
- Valet parking: hotel‑operated 24‑hour valet only (no self‑parking); hotel lists $48+ tax per day for regular vehicles — rates may vary by date/source
- Pets: two pets per room allowed with a $100 non‑refundable fee plus $25 per pet, per night; service animals exempt
- No resort fee listed on the hotel's property information
| Item | Typical fee or policy |
|---|---|
| Valet parking | $48+ tax per day listed on hotel's amenities page (rates can vary) |
| Pet fee | $100 non‑refundable + $25 per pet, per night (two pets max; designated pet rooms) |
| Resort fee | None listed |
Meetings, events and wedding spaces
Hotel Monteleone offers extensive meeting and event space across multiple ballrooms and meeting rooms. The property lists over 24,000–26,000 square feet of function space with two principal ballrooms.
Capacities and minimums depend on the room: for example, the Iberville Ballroom is listed at about 6,236 sq ft (auditorium/theater capacities vary by source), and the Queen Anne Ballroom is about 3,500 sq ft with its own published capacities and event minimums.
- Iberville Ballroom: approx. 6,236 sq ft (various capacity figures by event type)
- Queen Anne Ballroom: approx. 3,500 sq ft (used for weddings and conferences)
- Multiple smaller meeting rooms and a boardroom available for corporate needs
| Room | Size / Typical capacity notes |
|---|---|
| Iberville Ballroom | ≈6,236 sq ft; capacities vary by layout |
| Queen Anne Ballroom | ≈3,500 sq ft; capacities vary (weddings and conferences) |
| Boardroom | Smaller executive room (≈368 sq ft) |
Location and getting around
Hotel Monteleone is at 214 Royal Street in the French Quarter, one block from Bourbon Street and within easy walking distance of Jackson Square, the Mississippi Riverfront and the French Market.
Nearby transit options include streetcars and local buses; the Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) is the closest airport and typically takes about 20–25 minutes by car depending on traffic.
- Address: 214 Royal Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
- One block from Bourbon Street; about an 8–10 minute walk to Jackson Square
- Airport transfer by taxi/rideshare typically ~20 minutes (prices vary)
| Destination | Approximate distance/time |
|---|---|
| Bourbon Street | 1 block |
| Jackson Square | About 8–10 minute walk |
| Louis Armstrong MSY | Approx. 20–25 minute drive |
