
InterContinental New Orleans
Best for business travelers and groups who need large meeting spaces and a rooftop pool close to the CBD.
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InterContinental New Orleans is a modern, business-friendly hotel on historic St. Charles Avenue with a rooftop pool and large meeting spaces; read this if you want convenient access to the CBD, conference facilities, and a rooftop pool. Hotel Monteleone is a long-running French Quarter landmark known for its Carousel Bar and literary suites; read this if you want to stay inside the Quarter and soak up New Orleans history and nightlife.
Updated · about 0.8 km apart

Best for business travelers and groups who need large meeting spaces and a rooftop pool close to the CBD.

Best for travelers who want to stay inside the French Quarter, enjoy historic character, and visit the Carousel Bar and named literary suites.
When InterContinental New Orleans wins: choose the InterContinental for business travel, conferences, large weddings, modern rooms, and a rooftop pool with easy St. Charles streetcar access. Its 33,000+ sq ft of event space and 484 rooms suit groups and conventions.
When Hotel Monteleone wins: pick Hotel Monteleone if you want to be right inside the French Quarter, enjoy a historic hotel with literary-named suites and the famous Carousel Bar, plus an on-site spa and an outdoor pool closer to Bourbon/Royal Street nightlife.
Bottom line: both hotels put you close to the French Quarter, but they serve different needs — InterContinental for business, meetings, and a modern downtown base; Hotel Monteleone for classic Quarter atmosphere, history, and bar-driven nightlife.
| Category | InterContinental New Orleans | Hotel Monteleone, New Orleans |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Business-forward, modern CBD hotel | Historic French Quarter landmark hotel |
| Location | 444 St Charles Ave — on St. Charles streetcar line, a few blocks from the French Quarter | 214 Royal Street — inside the French Quarter, steps from Bourbon and Jackson Square |
| Size (rooms) | 484 rooms across 14 floors | 570 guestrooms |
| Age/character | Contemporary, renovated meeting hotel with modern finishes | Historic property with period details and signature literary suites |
| Pools | One outdoor rooftop pool (15th floor) with sundeck; open daily | One outdoor pool and poolside bar |
| Restaurants & bars | Trenasse (Cajun-Creole) and Pete's (pub/breakfast); poolside dining | Criollo Restaurant (local cuisine), 24-hour room service, and the Carousel Bar (rotating bar) |
| Spa & wellness | 24-hour fitness center; no on-site spa | Full-service spa and fitness facilities |
| Meeting & event space | About 33,000 sq ft of meeting space, large ballroom (LaSalle) and 19 function rooms | Approximately 24,003 sq ft of conference/meeting space and multiple meeting rooms |
| Known for | Large event capacity, rooftop pool, streetcar access | Carousel Bar, literary suites (Hemingway, Faulkner, Truman Capote), historic French Quarter location |
| Family policy | All ages welcome (minimum check-in age 21 for lead guest) | |
InterContinental sits on St. Charles Avenue in the Central Business District, two to three blocks from the French Quarter and on the streetcar line.
Choose InterContinental if you want quick streetcar access and a short walk between the CBD and the Quarter.
Hotel Monteleone is located at 214 Royal Street inside the French Quarter steps from Bourbon Street and Jackson Square.
Choose Hotel Monteleone to be inside the Quarter with immediate access to Quarter nightlife and sights.
InterContinental offers 484 contemporary rooms and suites designed for business and leisure travelers.
InterContinental’s rooms are modern and practical, with options for business travelers and families.
Hotel Monteleone has a range of room types and named suites reflecting the hotel’s long history.
Hotel Monteleone’s rooms range from standard French Quarter rooms to large, character-filled literary suites.
InterContinental has two on-site venues and poolside dining that emphasize Cajun-Creole and pub-style meals.
InterContinental suits guests wanting reliable on-site dining with Creole specialties and pub comfort.
Hotel Monteleone focuses on local cuisine and classic bar culture, including the rotating Carousel Bar.
Hotel Monteleone is the better pick for classic French Quarter dining and the Carousel Bar experience.
InterContinental’s signature on-site amenity is a 15th-floor outdoor rooftop pool with a sundeck.
InterContinental’s rooftop pool is a draw if you prefer a skyline view and an elevated pool deck.
Hotel Monteleone has a smaller outdoor pool and one bar/lounge area; its signature amenity is the Carousel Bar.
Hotel Monteleone’s pool is complemented by the Carousel Bar, which is the main draw for many guests.
InterContinental provides a 24-hour fitness center but no on-site spa.
InterContinental works if you want a full gym and prefer nightlife a short walk away rather than steps outside your door.
Hotel Monteleone offers a full-service spa and immediate French Quarter nightlife access.
Hotel Monteleone is stronger for in-hotel spa services and being in the thick of Quarter nightlife.

InterContinental — extensive meeting space (about 33,000 sq ft), multiple ballrooms, and dedicated event facilities.

Hotel Monteleone — stay inside the Quarter with historic rooms, the Carousel Bar, and immediate access to Bourbon Street.

InterContinental — 15th-floor outdoor rooftop pool with sundeck and poolside dining.

Hotel Monteleone — named literary suites (Hemingway, Faulkner, Capote), period details, and long-standing local reputation.
Hotel Monteleone — it sits inside the French Quarter steps from Bourbon Street; InterContinental is a few blocks away in the CBD.
InterContinental — it offers roughly 33,000 sq ft of meeting space, a large LaSalle/Grand Ballroom, and many function rooms for conferences and weddings.
Hotel Monteleone has a full-service spa on site; InterContinental does not have an on-site spa but does have a 24-hour fitness center.
Both accept children. InterContinental positions more toward business and group travel with family-friendly services; Hotel Monteleone places you inside Quarter attractions and nightlife.
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