Top-Rated Hotels in New Orleans: Reader Picks for 2025

Summary

1. Windsor Court Hotel
2. Four Seasons Hotel New Orleans
3. The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans
4. Pontchartrain Hotel
5. Ace Hotel New Orleans

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This inaugural New Orleans list includes international luxury hotel chains along with local favorites.

Please refer to the 2023 list for the latest recommendations.

New Orleans is a vibrant blend of celebrations, rich history, soulful jazz, delicious beignets, and intriguing ghost tours. This year, we’re delighted to present the best hotels in New Orleans as chosen by readers of iBestTravel, perfect for planning your next escapade in the Big Easy.

In our annual World’s Best Awards survey, readers share insights on exceptional travel experiences worldwide, including top hotels, resorts, cities, cruise ships, and more. This year, hotels were assessed based on their facilities, location, service, culinary delights, and overall value.

Bedroom at Windsor Court Hotel in New Orleans — Courtesy of Windsor Court Hotel

This inaugural New Orleans list features celebrated luxury hotels from global chains alongside local gems. For instance, the Pontchartrain Hotel is highly regarded for its Hot Tin rooftop bar and serene Garden District location, providing convenient access to city attractions while maintaining a tranquil atmosphere. Meanwhile, the Four Seasons Hotel New Orleans, which opened in 2021, secured the second position thanks to readers praising its chic design and exquisite dining options, showcasing Louisiana’s culinary heritage.

Below are the five best hotels in New Orleans, as highlighted by iBestTravel readers, beginning with our top-rated property: the Windsor Court Hotel.

1. Windsor Court Hotel

Interior view of Suite at Windsor Court hotel in New Orleans — Courtesy of Windsor Court Hotel

Guests at the 316-room Windsor Court Hotel find themselves at the heart of New Orleans’ charm and vibrancy. The hotel offers classic English afternoon tea, live jazz in its cocktail lounge, a saltwater rooftop pool, and a curated art collection, making it easy to relax after exploring the poignant streets of the city. The renowned French Quarter is a short walk away, alongside the celebrated Polo Club Lounge. One guest, who returned five times in a single year, highlighted the hotel’s “incomparable” service and “stellar” experience.

Score: 91.93

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