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The Royal Sonesta New Orleans vs Hyatt Centric French Quarter New Orleans

Both hotels are rated very highly by travel writers. On balance, Royal Sonesta New Orleans scores significantly better than Hyatt Centric French Quarter New Orleans. Royal Sonesta New Orleans comes in at 88 with recommendations from 14 publications like Lonely Planet, The Telegraph and Not For Tourists.

The Royal Sonesta New Orleans
The Royal Sonesta New Orleans
8 / 10
300 Bourbon Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
From $126 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Concierge
  • Restaurant
  • Pool
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Frommer's Frommer's
"The contrast between the hurly-burly of Bourbon Street and the Sonesta's elegant lobby couldn't be greater -- this is one of the classiest hotels in the Quarter." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"The Royal Sonesta is Bourbon Street’s swankiest hotel, and guests can customize it to their level of party pleasure." Full review
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Low-key travelers should ask for a hushed interior room deep in the property.
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"Covering almost a block in the Quarter, this hotel is like a little village with its own shops, cafés, courtyards, and personalities."
i
Ask to be as far away from Bourbon Street as possible to avoid street noise.
Star Service Star Service
"Spacious and beautifully appointed public rooms with marble floors, fountains and crystal chandeliers make this a prime rendezvous for locals and visitors. " Full review
Gayot Gayot
"French style and New Orleans panache come together in this hotel's long, wide lobby, which is flanked by one of the French Quarter's lushest courtyards."
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Hyatt Centric French Quarter New Orleans
Hyatt Centric French Quarter New Orleans
8 / 10
800 Iberville Street, New Orleans, LA 70112
From $118 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Restaurant
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Frommer's Frommer's
"High ceilings and a fairly spacious layout... make this a potentially well-priced (if slightly generic) choice, already popular among business groups for its meeting rooms and location." Full review
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Many rooms feature balconies overlooking Bourbon or Dauphine street, which you might want to avoid if you're a light sleeper -- or request if you hanker after the party action.
Fodor's Fodor's
"One of the French Quarter's newest luxury hotels, this property has airy public spaces, landscaped courtyards, and an attractive pool area." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"This 254-room upscale property located adjacent to Bourbon Street seamlessly blends the historic and contemporary." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"Peaceful lodgings near the city's biggest party."
Star Service Star Service
"Its smaller size and less commercial feel appeal to visitors who are abandoning the big glitzy chains in search of a commercial property with some regional flair." Full review
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