
The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans
Best for couples and leisure travelers who prioritize a large full-service spa, live jazz in-house, and a historic building near the French Quarter.
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The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans is a historic, full-service luxury hotel on Canal Street with a large spa and an indoor heated pool—good for travelers who want classic luxury and spa time. New Orleans Marriott is a large, convention-friendly downtown Marriott near Canal Street and the French Quarter—best for meetings, business travel, and guests who want straightforward, central accommodations.
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Best for couples and leisure travelers who prioritize a large full-service spa, live jazz in-house, and a historic building near the French Quarter.

Best for business travelers and groups who need extensive conference space, many room types, and a central Canal Street address for easy access to downtown.
When The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans wins: Choose the Ritz if you want historic architecture, a full-service luxury experience, on-site live jazz (Davenport Lounge), and access to the city’s largest hotel spa (25,000 sq ft, 20 treatment rooms).
When New Orleans Marriott wins: Pick the New Orleans Marriott if you need large, flexible meeting and ballroom space (about 86,849 sq ft / 8,069 m² of conference space listed), lots of rooms for groups, or a straightforward downtown convention hotel with an outdoor pool and multiple accessible amenities.
Bottom line: For luxury, spa time, and a French Quarter–edge address, go with The Ritz-Carlton. For conventions, large groups, and a convention-style stay with many accessible meeting features, the New Orleans Marriott is the practical choice.
| Category | The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans | New Orleans Marriott |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Upscale historic luxury, formal service, live jazz lounge | Large, practical downtown Marriott designed for conventions and business |
| Location | 921 Canal St; on the edge of the French Quarter, ~1 block to Bourbon Street | 555 Canal St; steps from Canal Street and within walking distance of French Quarter attractions |
| Size (rooms) | 528 rooms | 1333 rooms |
| Meeting & event space | Over 48,000 sq ft of event space across 34 rooms, multiple ballrooms and courtyards | Conference space listed at 86,849 sq ft (8,069 m²) |
| Pools | Heated indoor pool (small/resistance pool; hours 9:00 AM–5:00 PM) | One outdoor pool (seasonal), pool sun loungers |
| Spa & wellness | The Ritz-Carlton Spa — 25,000 sq ft, 20 treatment rooms, saunas and cold plunge (largest spa in New Orleans) | Not published |
| Restaurants & bars | M bistro (flagship restaurant), Davenport Lounge (jazz lounge/afternoon tea), Spa Café | Canal Street Burger Bar, coffee shop/cafe, bar/lounge, room service (limited hours) |
| Accessibility & family policy | Family-friendly property; children welcome; minimum age to check in alone 21 | All-ages property; multiple accessible features (accessible parking, wheelchair-accessible public washroom, pool, meeting spaces) |
| Typical guests | Leisure travelers, couples, families, spa guests | Business travelers, conference groups, leisure guests wanting a central, functional stay |
| Parking & arrival | On-site valet parking (fee; height restrictions) | Valet parking (surcharge); limited on-site parking |
The Ritz-Carlton sits at 921 Canal Street on the dividing line between the French Quarter and the Central Business District.
Choose the Ritz to be as close as possible to the French Quarter’s main sights while staying in a landmark building.
New Orleans Marriott is at 555 Canal Street, steps from Canal Street and within easy walking distance of the French Quarter.
Choose the Marriott if you want central Canal Street access with an emphasis on convenience for meetings and downtown errands.
The Ritz-Carlton offers 528 rooms across a historic building with multiple suite categories and Club options.
Choose the Ritz for refined room types in a landmark building and a luxury in-room experience.
New Orleans Marriott offers a large variety of room types across 1333 rooms, including Club Rooms and multiple executive suites.
Choose the Marriott for a wide selection of room types and accessible options—useful for groups and conventions.
Dining at The Ritz-Carlton centers on M bistro and the Davenport Lounge jazz bar.
Choose the Ritz for a more polished dining and evening-jazz experience connected to the hotel.
New Orleans Marriott offers straightforward dining outlets suitable for guests and conference attendees.
Choose the Marriott for convenient, practical dining options that support meetings and large groups.
The Ritz-Carlton’s signature wellness amenity is its large spa; the property also has a heated indoor pool.
Choose the Ritz if spa facilities and an indoor heated pool on-site matter most.
New Orleans Marriott provides an outdoor pool and 24-hour fitness facilities for guests.
Choose the Marriott for a straightforward outdoor pool and round-the-clock gym access, especially in warmer months.
Wellness and evening entertainment are part of the Ritz experience via its spa and Davenport Lounge jazz program.
Choose the Ritz for on-site spa programming and a hotel-hosted live-music lounge.
New Orleans Marriott is geared to business and convention guests, with practical services and easy nightlife access nearby.
Choose the Marriott if you need logistics and meeting support with quick access to the broader night scene rather than hotel-hosted jazz.

The Ritz-Carlton — the property has the largest hotel spa in New Orleans (25,000 sq ft, 20 treatment rooms) and a heated indoor pool.

New Orleans Marriott — listed conference space is ~86,849 sq ft (8,069 m²), plus a ballroom and many accessible meeting features.

The Ritz-Carlton — located in the 1908 Beaux Arts Maison Blanche building on Canal Street with historic architectural details.

New Orleans Marriott — large room inventory (1,333 rooms) and many listed accessible features and room types.
The Ritz-Carlton — it has a 25,000 sq ft spa with 20 treatment rooms, saunas, a cold plunge, and signature treatments.
New Orleans Marriott — the supplier listing highlights roughly 86,849 sq ft of conference space and a ballroom, making it better suited for conventions and large meetings.
Yes. Both hotels welcome guests of all ages. The Ritz-Carlton explicitly markets family-friendly programming; the Marriott listing notes children can stay free when using existing bedding.
New Orleans Marriott lists one outdoor pool. The Ritz-Carlton has a heated indoor pool (described as a small/resistance pool).
Both are on Canal Street within easy walking distance of French Quarter landmarks; the Ritz is on the edge of the French Quarter and about a block from Bourbon Street, while the Marriott is steps from Canal Street with easy access to the Quarter.
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