
InterContinental New Orleans
Best for streetcar access, Mardi Gras/parade viewing, and a straightforward downtown base with a rooftop pool.
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InterContinental New Orleans is a practical, full-service downtown hotel on historic St. Charles Avenue with a rooftop pool and direct access to the streetcar and parade routes. The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel is a landmark five-star property near Canal Street known for its historic lobby, Waldorf Astoria service, on-site full-service spa, and large event spaces — read this if you’re choosing between parade-friendly practicality and historic grand luxury.
Updated · about 0.8 km apart

Best for streetcar access, Mardi Gras/parade viewing, and a straightforward downtown base with a rooftop pool.

Best for classic, landmark luxury, large meetings/weddings, and guests who want a full-service spa and ornate public rooms.
When InterContinental New Orleans wins: choose InterContinental for a practical downtown stay—direct St. Charles streetcar access, rooms on a working parade route, a central business-district location, and a convenient rooftop pool for quick downtown downtime.
When The Roosevelt wins: choose The Roosevelt for historic, high‑end atmosphere — Waldorf Astoria service, large and ornate public spaces, a full-service spa, more on-site dining and bar options, and sizeable conference and event facilities.
Bottom line: both are full-service, centrally located hotels. InterContinental is the sensible, parade-friendly pick with a good rooftop pool and easy transport; The Roosevelt is the pick if you want landmark prestige, a full spa, and more restaurants/bars and meeting space.
| Category | InterContinental New Orleans | The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Practical, business-friendly downtown hotel with modernized event spaces | Historic, ornate luxury hotel with Waldorf Astoria service and landmark public rooms |
| Location (neighborhood) | St. Charles Avenue, Central Business District; on the St. Charles streetcar line; parade route | New Orleans Central Business District, steps from Canal Street and short walk to Bourbon Street |
| Distance from each other | about 0.8 km apart | |
| Size (rooms) | 484 rooms across 14 floors | 504 guestrooms |
| Age / style | Contemporary full-service hotel in a historic corridor (modernized interiors) | Historic grand hotel with traditional, ornate public spaces and classic decor |
| Pools | One outdoor rooftop pool (15th floor) with sundeck, open daily 7:00 AM–10:00 PM | One outdoor pool (number of outdoor pools: 1) and poolside bar |
| Restaurants & bars | Two on-site restaurants (Trenasse; Pete's) plus light fare options | Four restaurants, 2 bars/lounges, and a coffee shop/cafe |
| Spa & wellness | No on-site spa; 24-hour fitness center | Full-service spa on site and 24-hour fitness facilities |
| Meeting & event space | About 33,000 sq ft across 19 meeting rooms, notable LaSalle/Grand Ballroom | About 59,998 sq ft of conference/meeting space (many ballrooms/meeting rooms) |
| Family-friendly | Welcomes children of all ages (family-friendly) | Family-friendly (not adults-only); up to 2 children 17 and under stay free in parent/guardian room |
| Known for | Streetcar access, Mardi Gras parade frontage, Trenasse oyster bar and rooftop pool | Historic lobby, Waldorf Astoria branding, large ornate ballrooms, on-site spa |
InterContinental sits on historic St. Charles Avenue with direct streetcar access and multiple parade routes passing the door.
Choose InterContinental if you want streetcar convenience and parade-front access.
The Roosevelt is a short walk from Canal Street and Bourbon Street, placing you in the heart of downtown nightlife and tourist sights.
Choose The Roosevelt if you want immediate Canal Street access and a historic downtown setting.
InterContinental offers 484 rooms across 14 floors with a mix of classic rooms and suites, including balcony options.
InterContinental gives a wide set of practical room choices for business and family travelers.
The Roosevelt has 504 guestrooms spanning many room and suite categories, including multiple Waldorf and Astoria suites.
The Roosevelt offers more suite variety and larger signature suites for luxury-seeking guests or groups.
InterContinental keeps dining simple and locally focused with Trenasse and Pete’s on site.
InterContinental is a good fit if you want solid local cuisine without leaving the property.
The Roosevelt offers more on-site choices: multiple restaurants, bars/lounges, and a coffee shop/cafe.
The Roosevelt suits travelers who prefer multiple on-site dining and bar choices.
InterContinental’s key outdoor amenity is its rooftop pool on the 15th floor.
InterContinental’s rooftop pool is a convenient downtown retreat but modest in scale.
The Roosevelt provides an outdoor pool and poolside service and has more extensive terrace and public outdoor space features.
The Roosevelt offers a classic hotel-pool experience within a larger luxury property and public-space footprint.
InterContinental focuses on fitness and practical services rather than a spa.
InterContinental is best for guests who prioritize a gym and quick access to downtown nightlife.
The Roosevelt adds a full-service spa to its list of on-site wellness amenities and has more internal bars and lounges for evenings.
The Roosevelt is the choice if you want an on-site spa and more in-house evening options.

InterContinental — directly on St. Charles Avenue streetcar line and on multiple Mardi Gras parade routes.

The Roosevelt — historic lobby, Waldorf Astoria branding, and ornate public spaces.

The Roosevelt — nearly 60,000 sq ft of conference and meeting space and many ballrooms.

InterContinental — straightforward downtown location, rooftop pool, and renovated meeting spaces.
InterContinental is on St. Charles Avenue and sits directly on many parade routes, making it a better choice for parade viewing.
The Roosevelt has a full-service spa on site; InterContinental does not have an on-site spa but offers a 24-hour fitness center.
The Roosevelt has larger total conference space (about 59,998 sq ft) and multiple ballrooms, while InterContinental offers substantial but smaller meeting space (about 33,000 sq ft).
Neither hotel is adults-only, and neither is a beachfront property (New Orleans is an inland city).
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