Description:
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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Brilliant
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Totally loved this place - loads of history and amazingly furniture. Lots of stories about ghosts etc so it was exciting to be there. Rooms well appointed - food great - the bar...
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- posted on 11.27.12
- by laineysc
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Another Excellent Experience
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First time back since the renovations completed. Previously very good, now even better with the rework of the Carousel Bar, addition of the second bar, and the new Criollo Restaurant....
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- posted on 11.26.12
- by JerryKay
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We felt like a king and queen!
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Absolutely breath takingly beautiful! The staff was amazingly friendly and attentive. I've never stayed in a place(where we were treated like royalty)all 4 days of our visit to...
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- posted on 11.26.12
- by karensospecial
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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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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
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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
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