Hotel Monteleone New Orleans

Since 1886, the Hotel Monteleone has proudly stood as one of the first landmarks you encounter in the French Quarter, and still sparkles as one of the glowing symbols of the Big Easy. There are 573 comfortable guestrooms and suites in the Hotel Monteleone. It's the perfect place to come back to and rejuvenate from a busy day or night exploring the consummate pleasures of New Orleans. And what a history these guest rooms have! The Hotel Monteleone has long been the home to some of the city's and the world's most famous and colorful characters. Tennessee Williams, William Faulkner and Truman Capote as well as countless movie stars, dignitaries, royalty and political kingpins called it home. Just beyond the doors lie a myriad of dining and touring pleasures ranging from Arnaud's to Galatoire's and Brennan's, to the Aquarium of the America's and the IMAX Theater.
As a guest of the Hotel Monteleone, you'll be assured of the finest in classic furnishings, friendly, discreet service and your own personal retreat in the historic French Quarter. For sunning, swimming, and fitness, look to the rooftop for New Orleans' first sky side pool and fitness center. Ride an exercise bike as you watch the mighty Mississippi far below you. Work on your tan or swim laps in the year round heated pool. In 1886, industrious Italian Nobleman Antonio Monteleone bought a 64 room hotel on the corner of Royal and Iberville streets in New Orleans' world famous French Quarter. That was only the beginning of an amazing historical landmark that is one of the last great family owned and operated hotels in the city. Since 1886, four generations of Monteleone's have dedicated themselves to making their hotel what it was and still is a sparkling jewel in the heart of the French Quarter. With its' 117 year history and wonderful French Quarter location, the Hotel Monteleone is the best place to begin experiencing New Orleans.