Located along the Mississippi River, the city of New Orleans captivates its visitors with its invigorating spirit, distinct music scene, and vibrant nightlife. Home to a variety of annual festivals, most notably the Mardi Gras, streetcar rides, delightful attractions and the historic neighbourhood of French Quarter well known for its bohemian charm, the Crescent City is filled up with song and celebration in every nook and cranny. With plenty of 24-hour restaurants, you can even enjoy a delicious meals after your eventful night. You can experience the best of dancing and dining as the city offers many things to do at night. Scroll down for a list of the best party hotels in New Orleans.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and event restrictions and regulations. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 19, 2025.
1. Bourbon Orleans Hotel (from USD 163)
Immerse yourself in the vibrant and lively New Orleans atmosphere at the Bourbon “O” Bar, the on-site bar at this hotel. Sip on classic cocktails or seasonal beverages while enjoying nightly entertainment and the historic charm of the bar. Plus, the on-site bar offers live music for an unforgettable night.
This hotel also offers convenient amenities such as free wifi, valet parking, and laundry facilities. Stay fit at the gym or take a dip in the outdoor pool. Dine at the on-site restaurant or grab a drink at the bar/lounge. Wake up to a delicious breakfast available for a fee of 10 to 30 USD. With live music, nightly entertainment, refreshing cocktails, and modern rooms, this hotel is one of the best places to stay in New Orleans.
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
227 meters (0.2 ft) from Jackson Square
2. Kimpton Hotel Fontenot, an IHG Hotel (from USD 170)
Unleash your inner artist and indulge in eccentric luxury at the Peacock Room of Kimpton Hotel Fontenot. Step into this ornate all-day gathering spot and immerse yourself in the New Orleans vibe. Sip punch-bowl cocktails served from a 19th-century bar and enjoy live music from the DJs and performers who grace the Peacock Room. Unwind during Happy Hour on Wednesdays to Mondays from 4 pm to 6 pm.
With four on-site restaurants and two bars, including Gospel Coffee and King Bar, there’s no shortage of dining and drinking options for guests. This hotel in New Orleans has suites for groups, their Presidential Suite & Parlour is situated on the top floor and features a wet bar.
Enjoy free wifi in all rooms and public areas, a 24-hour gym, free bicycle rentals and tours, and laundry facilities for families. Additionally, the hotel features wheelchair-accessible paths, concierge desks, gyms, and parking.
Kimpton Hotel Fontenot by IHG
1.09 km (0.7 mi) from Jackson Square
3. AC Hotels by Marriott New Orleans Bourbon (from USD 146)
If you are looking for the best place to stay in New Orleans for nightlife, this might be a great choice. Conveniently located close to the French Quarter and Bourbon Street, this hotel features a contemporary bar, a fitness centre and a lounge. The one-of-a-kind rooms here offer flat-screen TVs, wifi, work desks, and minibars with complimentary snacks. The hotel’s open lounge serves craft beers, hand-crafted cocktails and tapas and is an ideal space for collaboration during the day and relaxation at night.
AC Hotel by Marriott New Orleans French Quarter This is a Proud Certified property where you can be extra sure of a welcoming stay.
965 meters (0.6 ft) from Jackson Square
4. Royal Sonesta Hotel New Orleans (from USD 251)
On-site restaurants and jazz club, but better dining options available outside the hotel.
Moderate to high pricing with additional resort fee and parking charges.
Perfectly situated on lively Bourbon Street, walking distance to attractions and dining options.
Beautiful pool, elegant lobby, jazz club, and convenient coffee shop. Some rooms may need updating.
This hotel sets itself apart from other hotels of New Orleans with its sophisticated services and elegance. The 483 freshly appointed guest rooms offer charming gabled windows, French doors, wrought iron balconies, a flat-screen TV, wifi, a coffee maker, a laptop safe, refrigerator and in-room movies. The hotel also features a jazz bar with live music, a coffee cafe and a local favourite bar with an extensive selection of wines, chef-driven seasonal cocktails and the best whiskeys on Bourbon street.
The Royal Sonesta New Orleans This is a Proud Certified property where you can be extra sure of a welcoming stay.
525 meters (0.4 ft) from Jackson Square
5. Harrah's New Orleans Hotel & Casino (from USD 311)
Located a mile (1.6 km) away from the Bourbon Street, this 26-story hotel features a 24-hour casino with more than 2,000 slot machines and 100 table games. The modern guest rooms here offer flat-screen HDTVs with cable, a bathroom and sweeping views of the city’s skyline. The hotel features the Masquerade night club, the Ultra Lounge with a bar and nine on-site restaurants that offer late night buffets that are perfect to kill the hunger pangs after dancing the night away.
Caesars New Orleans This is a Proud Certified property where you can be extra sure of a welcoming stay.
1.09 km (0.7 mi) from Jackson Square
6. NOPSI Hotel, New Orleans (from USD 233)
Located less than a kilometre away from the lively bars of Bourbon Street, this sophisticated hotel in a 1920s building features a relaxed restaurant with colonial charms, a cocktail lounge, a courtyard garden and a year-round outdoor pool and sun terrace. The upscale guest rooms here offer refined decors, cable TV, wifi, an iPod docking stations, and multi-line telephones with conference call facilities.
If you’re looking to experience a pool party in New Orleans, then the rooftop pool and bar is perfect for you. With sundowner live performances and DJ sets, this bar offers a unique experience. With views of the city’s skyline, the night transforms the hotel into one of the city’s most energetic establishments to party with a magnificent backdrop.
NOPSI Hotel New Orleans This is a Proud Certified property where you can be extra sure of a welcoming stay.
1.11 km (0.7 mi) from Jackson Square
7. Holiday Inn Hotel French Quarter-Chateau Lemoyne (from USD 132)
Located a 10-minute walk away from Jackson Square, this charming hotel features a courtyard, a seasonal outdoor pool and an onsite restaurant that serves local fare. The guest rooms offer amenities that include a flat-screen cable TV, a compact refrigerator, a coffee maker, chaise lounge chairs, wifi, and picturesque views. The hotel also has close access to the best live music and jazz venues of the French Quarter and is a great choice for anyone looking to experience the unique charm of the French Quarter.
Holiday Inn FRENCH QUARTER-CHATEAU LEMOYNE by IHG This is a Proud Certified property where you can be extra sure of a welcoming stay.
627 meters (0.4 ft) from Jackson Square
8. W New Orleans - French Quarter (from USD 211)
With an outdoor pool and an on-site restaurant that serves delectable meals, this wonderful hotel is great for guests who are seeking a good time. If you are looking for a place where you can enjoy a few drinks, there is an on-site bar. The hotel features game tables, so you and your companions can enjoy some fun activities during your stay.
Hotel de la Poste – French Quarter, A Renaissance Hotel This is a Proud Certified property where you can be extra sure of a welcoming stay.
453 meters (0.3 ft) from Jackson Square
9. Ace Hotel New Orleans (from USD 228)
Great dining options nearby, trendy restaurant and bar on-site, occasional limited menu
Mid-range to high pricing, with occasional overpricing
Convenient location near French Quarter, easy access to attractions, quiet surroundings
Stylish decor, spacious rooms, rooftop bar and pool, live music, yoga, coffee shop
Located five minutes away from Harrah’s Casino, this hotel features artworks made by local artists. The spacious guest rooms offer modern amenities such as a flat-screen TV and a minibar. It has a rooftop bar where you can enjoy your favorite cocktails. There is an outdoor pool as well as a fitness center. Guests can also listen to live music during their stay.
The Barnett, part of JdV by Hyatt This is a Proud Certified property where you can be extra sure of a welcoming stay.
1.34 km (0.9 mi) from Jackson Square
10. Royal Frenchmen Hotel and Bar (from USD 231)
Limited breakfast options, but a great bar with live music and a food truck in the evenings. Some room for improvement in breakfast quality and variety.
Reasonable pricing for a hotel with live music and a convenient location near French Quarter attractions.
Perfectly situated on Frenchmen Street, offering a vibrant atmosphere with access to music venues, restaurants, and nearby parks.
Charming, renovated property with a courtyard, live music, and private gated parking. Pet-friendly and accommodating staff.
Royal Frenchmen Hotel and Bar is a great party hotel that offers cozy rooms with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, and a coffee machine. The hotel has a bar for guests who want to have a nightcap. Each room has an en suite bathroom with complimentary toiletries. The property boasts evening entertainment for guests who are looking for a good time.
Royal Frenchmen Hotel and Bar
Address: 700 Frenchmen Street
937 meters (0.6 ft) from Jackson Square
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11. New Orleans House (from USD 248)
Complimentary breakfast, good variety, but limited options
Reasonable pricing, discounted parking available
Located right on Duval street, in the heart of the city, close to shopping, restaurants, and bars
Pool, hot tub, spacious pool area, garden, small fridge, microwave, clothing optional pool, gym
Located in the historic Duval Street, this male-only guesthouse features a sundeck, an outdoor pool, hot tubs, a fitness centre and happy hours every evening. The guest rooms here offer a microwave, a refrigerator, a flat-screen cable TV, wifi, air conditioning and a coffee maker. The hotel also offers its guests free access to the Bourbon pub and drag shows at the 801 Bourbon every night.
New Orleans House - Gay Male Adult Guesthouse
1013.42 km (629.8 mi) from Jackson Square
12. The Quisby (from USD 126)
Situated in historic St. Charles Ave, this elegant hostel offers a social atmosphere with modern conveniences and comforts. It is the perfect place for guests who are looking to party in New Orleans. The accommodation includes dorms and bunk beds with en-suite bathrooms, locker facilities, reading lamps, wifi and toiletry cubbies. The hostel also hosts events almost every day of the week that include pub crawls, open mics and movie nights. This is the right place if you are on a low budget.
The Quisby
2.15 km (1.4 mi) from Jackson Square
13. 1896 O'Malley House (from USD 273)
Varied and delicious breakfasts, accommodating host, and recommendations for local dining.
Reasonable pricing, free parking, and easy access to public transportation.
Convenient location with easy access to streetcar trolleys, close to restaurants, and safe neighborhood.
Charming historic house, spacious rooms, and delicious home-cooked breakfasts.
Set in a colonial revival home, this uniquely decorated bed and breakfast inn offers close access to a streetcar line. The guest rooms here offer hardwood floors, cypress doors, hot tubs, wifi, cable TV, and an iPad loaded with concierge information. Embodying the charms of the Southern city, the hotel features an Italian style fountain in the private courtyard and offers close access to the exciting events of the French Quarter. Hotel-like features, but a home-away-from-home experience offered is unparalleled in this lovely house.
1896 O'Malley House
3.97 km (2.5 mi) from Jackson Square
Experience Crescent City
With all-year round festivals, award-winning restaurants, lovely theme parks and an unbeatable music scene, New Orleans has just the right recipe for the perfect holiday in the Gulf Coast region of United States. If you are wondering where to party in New Orleans, take your pick from the list of the best party hotels in New Orleans, and book now to experience the best of the city.
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