A grand Waldorf Astoria hotel near the French Quarter, known for its ornate lobby, Sazerac Bar, rooftop pool, and large-scale historic-hotel atmosphere.
Why We Chose It
The Roosevelt suits travelers who want a grand historic hotel with substantial facilities near—but not inside—the French Quarter. The Sazerac Bar is an important part of the hotel’s identity, though claims that it is the literal birthplace of the cocktail should not drive the decision. Confirm pool season, parking, accessibility, and event-period policies.
What Stands Out
- Opened 1893 — the most historically significant hotel in New Orleans
- Sazerac Bar — birthplace of the Sazerac cocktail
- Paul Ninas murals (1949) — Louisiana life depicted in extraordinary detail
- Huey Long's former de facto headquarters
- Waldorf Astoria service level