Photos: The Royal Sonesta New Orleans

Walking into The Royal Sonesta New Orleans, we were greeted by marble flooring and a large bouquet of fresh flowers.

Deluxe standard king rooms, the first accommodations we visited, blend traditional and contemporary styles. Rooms come standard with a bevy of amenities, such as minifridges, coffee makers and flat-screen TVs.

An upgraded option, balcony suites allow guests to overlook Bourbon Street in the French Quarter. Each of the four bourbon balcony suites features wrought-iron lace balconies overlooking the happenings below.

Suites at The Royal Sonesta New Orleans include bathrooms with plush towels, slippers and robes, spa-quality bath amenities and a lighted makeup mirror.

Rounding out the lodging options, 38 rooms overlook the pool, and 13 of those rooms (including three suites and three parlors) offer direct access to the pool deck.

Back on the lobby level, the Grand Ballroom was redesigned in 2019 and is available for events.

Also on the lobby level of The Royal Sonesta New Orleans, The Jazz Playhouse features top jazz acts, plus cocktails and appetizers.

R Club rooms are located on the sixth and seventh floors of the hotel and include a personal concierge, plus access to the seventh-floor R Club Lounge. The lounge is known for its outdoor terrace, complimentary cocktails and appetizers in the evenings, and complimentary hot breakfast in the mornings.

One of the swankiest restaurants in the city, Restaurant R’evolution at The Royal Sonesta New Orleans features hand-painted murals, top-notch New Orleans cuisine, and an extensive wine and cocktail list.

Bar R’evolution at The Royal Sonesta New Orleans spotlights seasonal cocktails inspired by historical libations.

Our final stop, the Bienville Room in Restaurant R’evolution offers semi-private dining and views of Bienville Street.