The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans
The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans, is a stunning landmark situated on Canal Street, perfectly positioned where the Central Business District meets the historic French Quarter. Housed in the magnificent 1908 Maison Blanche building, the hotel was once a legendary department store. Its Beaux-Arts architecture serves as a grand reminder of the city’s early 20th-century elegance.
Inside, the hotel balances historic charm with modern luxury. Guests can enjoy Italian marble bathrooms and spacious, classically styled rooms that feel like a peaceful retreat from the city’s energy. A unique local touch is found in the lobby, where the hotel famously serves bowls of soul-warming gumbo to guests in the afternoons, grounding visitors firmly in the local culture.
For music lovers, the Davenport Lounge is a must-visit. It hosts nightly live jazz, often featuring trumpeter Jeremy Davenport, providing an authentic soundtrack to a cocktail hour. Additionally, the hotel boasts a massive 25,000-square-foot spa, which is the largest in the city and offers treatments inspired by local mysticism.
Location-wise, you couldn’t ask for more. You are just a single block away from the world-famous Bourbon Street, yet far enough to avoid the constant noise. Nearby, you can easily walk to iconic landmarks like Jackson Square and the St. Louis Cathedral, or hop on a historic streetcar for a scenic ride through the Garden District. It truly offers a refined gateway into the heart of the Big Easy.
Expert reviews
“From its entrance on a busy section of downtown Canal Street, you’d never guess just how much spacious luxury awaits you at this resort-like Ritz Carlton location. The top notch spa and beautiful public spaces let you recharge in the utmost elegance, while still landing you close to the Canal Street streetcar and some of the city’s best sights.”
Featured as Fodor’s Choice in New Orleans.
“It may not be the ritziest of all Ritz-Carltons, but do expect Ritz-level luxury, service, and amenities, including a stellar spa and the soignée Davenport Lounge. It’s all quite gracious and stately, though the hotel is a bit confusing to navigate.”
Featured as Frommer’s Exceptional Choice in New Orleans.
“As you step into the grand, marble-clad lobby of The Ritz-Carlton, you’ll notice a sweet fragrance that blankets the air. No, it’s not the towering flower display, it’s actually the intoxicating aroma of Southern magnolia, the hotel’s signature scent that welcomes you with an air of fragrant refinery.”
“The New Orleans outpost of this global luxury brand is the grand dame of Canal Street, regally occupying a city block and delivering exclusivity and proximity to the French Quarter. Local touches offer a vivid sense of place.”
What guests liked
- Excellent location
- Bourbon Street
- Friendly staff
- Comfortable beds
- Excellent food
Location
Recent guest reviews
6 March 2026
Good but expensive for Mardi Gras.
Location
Staff made mistakes regarding the bill. Was over 2400$ too much… could be solved but happened a couple minutes later again with another staff member while the first one stood next to her.
11 May 2025
Great friendly hotel in great location
Most things
Windows that couldn’t open
The whole two elevators to get to my room thing
Public spaces were very very cold
8 March 2025
Perfect spot for Mardi Gra close to walk to but far from noise
Room was perfect, clean, and spacious. Staff were professional, helpful, qnd polite
There is nothing I can say everything’s and everyone we’re great
8 March 2025
NOLA is definitely a fun town, with lots to do and see. We had a marvelous time!
We upgraded to club level and everything exceeded our expectations
18 December 2024
Lovely stay, would absolutely return.
The reception, baggage, and hospitality staff provided exceptional service, specifically those who brought food to our room. I loved the room service, including the table they set to serve meals. We also loved the in-house workout facilities.
I mentioned a dairy allergy and specifically asked for hot chocolate made with water. I received hot chocolate with milk and had to ask for medicine later. Staff did provide Pepto Bismal, and I felt better afterward.
8 October 2024
Beautiful property and very professional staff
Beautiful property and very professional staff
20 September 2024
As close to bourbon street as can be with luxury. A different world
Absolutely beautiful, very professional staff! Room was amazing. Food was amazing. Location was exactly where I needed it, as close to bourbon street as can be with luxury. A different world
Nothing.
6 September 2024
Would stay there again, loved my suite.
Beautiful hotel, Great location,
Have to pay for WiFi
2 September 2024
If you’re traveling to New Orleans . This is definitely the hotel to get
Perfect location and beautiful hotel
No dislikes
30 May 2024
Luxury stay everything was great
Beautiful property luxury stay
Having to take two different elevators to get to your room
25 May 2024
Definitely stay here!!
Loved it! Nicely done rooms with very comfy beds. I didn’t get to stay very long, but I’ll be back and add another day or two so I can enjoy the property.
All good!
8 May 2024
It was our anniversary and we loved it
Love
Art
3 May 2024
Valet is staffed with excellent attendants. Garage is perfect for bigger trucks. Rooms were excellent
Good location and cleanly
7 April 2024
Loved the hotel. Convenient and very nice
We got room service morning and night. Fresh beignets every day. Kevin the concierge was awesome!
No outdoor pool
27 February 2024
Nice hotel and convenient location, but the homeless outside the hotel dampen the experience
The hotel and room was well decorated and comfortable. The cocktails and live jazz were great. All the staff were very friendly and helpful and an overall pleasure to interact with
The neighborhood right outside the hotel has a plethora of homeless and it is not well lit and poses a safety risk especially at night.
25 February 2024
We had a wonderful stay!
Beautiful!! I felt prettier being surrounded by so much beauty: decorum and plant displays, and every surface seemed to sparkle. We enjoyed eating in dining room as well as the lounge, being served by friendly staff who aimed to please.
1 February 2024
Lovely Nola Carnival weekend
This is a fancy hotel for those who appreciate ritzy style. Excellent communication and professionalism from the staff. Excellent dining and entertainment also. Comfortable rooms that are well appointed.
Didn't like having to leave.
6 January 2024
Pet friendly and Beautiful!
Beautiful Christmas decorations. Super friendly staff. Excellent location on Canal St with a quick walk to the French Quarter.
Two elevators to get up to your room.
28 December 2023
will book next year if the Lord wills
location, staff
nothing really
20 November 2023
Excellent stay with great staff. The spa is worth the $25 dollar fee
Stunning hotel and very relaxing
Wished that the towels were not changed so frequently, there was no environmental policy
8 October 2023
Very good service from staff.
Excellent location. Great place to catch a taxi or cable car from. Majority of staff provided excellent service.
No complaints
17 September 2023
Had a great stay. Would have loved to have the ability to make coffee or tea in the room.
Close to the French Quarter which allowed us to walk to many places. Staff were excellent. Room was comfortable.
Had to pass by many loiterers to get to the French Quarter. Resorted to crossing the street to avoid them.
14 September 2023
Very nice hotel in a great location
Very nice hotel in a great location for all the attractions.
The staff were very polite, friendly and helpful.
Nice touch with the morning coffee station and beignets in the afternoon
Spa had some nice facilities it was a shame there aren’t any communal areas where me and my husband could relax together. The treatment rooms had a very noisy fan, which wasn’t very relaxing and small details were missing that you would expect in a high end spa such as scented air and scented face cloths etc.
It was also a shame that after spending 5 nights and spending plenty in the bar and restaurant, we still had to pay to have a shower, to freshen up as we had a very late flight.
11 September 2023
Fun relaxing weekend
Location and i like Ritz carltons
All was great
6 September 2023
Best place to stay in going to New Orleans !
It was gorgeous. And the staff were so kind and helpful. We had a stroller and the doorman every time we would walk would help us up and down the front steps. They always had water waiting at both entrances due to the extreme heat.
I can’t complain it was a great trip all around. They do only let you park using valet which was an extra charge but they probably had that disclosed somewhere in their policy and I over looked it.
31 August 2023
Very enjoyable. Will return. Thanks for another fine Ritz experience.
Beautiful inside. Huge room and bath. Spacious shower. Comfy bed. Great polite staff. Free newspapers in lobby. Free water in lobby. And maybe best — early check in at about 11am was wonderful. Thanks.
Hallways way too cold, on third floor anyway. Took too long to get hot water in bath sinks.
21 August 2023
Great stay, I just wish we can stay little longer 😃👍
Property very elegant and pleasant
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Breakfast in the room
- - Special diet menus (on request)
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Facilities for disabled guests
- - Barber/beauty shop
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Heating
- - Non-smoking throughout
- - Air conditioning
- - Minimarket on site
- - Paid WiFi
- - Pet bowls
Business facilities
- - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
- - Business centre
- - Fax/photocopying (additional charge)
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Express check-in/check-out
- - Luggage storage
- - ATM/cash machine on site
- - Concierge service
- - Invoice provided
Activities
- - Sauna (additional charge)
- - Fitness centre
- - Spa & wellness centre (additional charge)
- - Massage (additional charge)
- - Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- - Indoor pool
- - Indoor pool (all year)
- - Evening entertainment
- - Beauty services
- - Facial treatments
- - Waxing services
- - Make-up services
- - Hair treatments
- - Manicure
- - Pedicure
- - Haircut
- - Hair colouring
- - Hair styling
- - Body treatments
- - Body scrub
- - Spa facilities
- - Steam room
- - Spa lounge/relaxation area
- - Back massage
- - Neck massage
- - Foot massage
- - Couples massage
- - Full body massage
- - Fitness
- - Fitness/spa locker rooms
- - Live music/performance
Outdoors
- - Garden
- - Terrace
- - Outdoor furniture
Cleaning services
- - Laundry (additional charge)
- - Dry cleaning
- - Ironing service (additional charge)
- - Trouser press (additional charge)
- - Daily housekeeping
Parking
- - Parking garage
- - Electric vehicle charging station
- - Accessible parking
Accessibility
- - Wheelchair accessible
- - Toilet with grab rails
- - Visual aids: Braille
Pool and wellness
- - Heated pool
- - Shallow end
- - Swimming pool
Miscellaneous
- - 24-hour security
- - Key card access
- - Smoke alarms
- - Fire extinguishers
- - Breakfast takeaway containers
- - Delivered food is securely covered

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23 June 2026
The hotel was very clean, the staff great but the hotel felt tired