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Opened in 1886, the Monteleone is the largest hotel in the French Quarter (and was home to Truman Capote's parents when he was born!), and it seems to keep getting bigger without losing a trace of its trademark charm. Because of its size, you can almost always get a reservation here, even when other places are booked. Everyone who stays here loves it, probably because it's a family hotel whose approach to business is reflected by the staff, among the most helpful in town. One guest who stayed here with a child with disabilities raved about the facilities.
Until recently, the big problem was the inconsistency among the rooms. But all have been freshly renovated (Katrina winds broke windows) and look blandly pretty as a result, though there is still some difference in terms of size and style. Rooms in the nos. 60s are near the ice machine; rooms from nos. 56 to 59 are slightly bigger with old high ceilings; rooms in the nos. 27s have no windows. Executive suites are just big rooms but have the nicest new furniture, including four-poster beds and Jacuzzis. The glass fitness room overlooking the city got nailed by the storm, as you can imagine, but to its benefit, it's now well stocked with the latest elliptical machines.
One of the city's best-kept secrets is the renovated rooftop pool; on a recent visit, we were among a handful of folks lounging on the deck high above the street noise, with unencumbered views of the city and beyond. It's quite a scene, with snacks served there in the evening.
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User Reviews for Hotel Monteleone
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Aussie in New Orleans
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Had a great time the hotel was a great base due to the location. We even got the bar to do the mexican wave at midnight great night.
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- posted on 05.26.12
- by CBQld
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Perfect location in French Quarter
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We had a great visit at the perfectly situated Hotel Monteleone! The room, although relatively small, was clean and more than adequate and the hotel staff was very welcoming. Sign...
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- posted on 05.25.12
- by Princetonyc
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Small Rooms - Rude Staff
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I stayed here during Mardi Gras and paid $719 dollars for 2 nights in the smallest hotel room I have ever been in. There was barely enough room to walk between the armoir and the bed...
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- posted on 05.25.12
- by BrandiD946
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The Only Place We'll Stay in New Orleans!
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This hotel is amazing. From the valet parking, to the carousel bar, to the gorgeous lobby, to the fascinating history, to the convenient location, to the spa, everything is amazing....
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- posted on 03.12.12
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Sunglasses stolen!
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Watch out if you valet park your car in their garage overnight. Not only is it expensive, $30.00 for my Honda CRV, but two pairs of expensive designer sunglasses were taken from my...
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- posted on 01.14.12
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THE BEST
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THIS HOTEL IS GREAT EVERY ONE SHOULD TRY TO STAY AT THIS HOTEL ONCE
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- posted on 09.19.11
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Great Hotel BUT...
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It's a great hotel but if any of you are looking to save some $$ then book it at referer.us/8/GoodHotelDeals They usually have some pretty good deals on there!
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- posted on 02.07.11
- by by alyssa55 at Citysearch
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A Thief Amongst Us
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Do not, even accidentally, leave any valuables unsecured in your hotel room because the staff will steal them. The hotel management will not only do nothing about it, they will have...
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- posted on 11.10.12
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The Best
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Love this hotel. Great location, great staff, rooms are comfortable, bathrooms are lovely. Within walking distance of everything you'd ever want to see. Plus, great rooftop pool,...
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- posted on 10.06.12
Awards:
CitySearch
- Hotel Pool 2006 – Audience Winner
- Hotel Pool 2007 – Audience Winner
- Luxury Hotel 2007 – Audience Winner
- Pet-Friendly Hotel 2007 – Audience Winner
- Romantic Hotel 2007 – Audience Winner
- Tourist Hotel 2007 – Audience Winner
- Weekend Getaway Hotel 2006 – Audience Winner
- Weekend Getaway Hotel 2007 – Audience Winner
- Hotel Pool 2006 – Editorial Winner
Frommer's
- Highly Recommended 2010
Other features:
Le Cafe restaurant is a favorite with New Orleans natives and, even if you stay somewhere else, stop by to see the Carousel Bar. Hotel amenities include concierge, 6am-11pm room service, laundry service and a roof-top swimming pool. Valet parking is USD14.50 per day.
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Contact:
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- tel: 800/535-9595
- fax: 504/561-5803
- send email
Address:
- 214 Royal St
- New Orleans, LA 70130
Neighborhood:
French QuarterAmenities:
- air-conditioning
- bar
- business-facilities
- fitness-club
- internet-available
- laundry
- minibar
- non-smoking
- parking
- pets-allowed
- more
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