
The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans
Best for guests who want a big spa, a hotel with live jazz and a heated indoor pool on the French Quarter edge.
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The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans is a historic Canal Street landmark with large spa facilities and an indoor heated pool; read this if you want a classic luxury stay on the edge of the French Quarter. The Windsor Court is a long-established classic five-star hotel a block off Canal Street known for European-style service and a garden-view restaurant; read this if you prefer a quieter, refined downtown base.
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Best for guests who want a big spa, a hotel with live jazz and a heated indoor pool on the French Quarter edge.

Best for travelers who want a quieter, classic luxury hotel with formal service and a garden-view restaurant near Canal Street.
When The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans wins: choose the Ritz if you want the largest spa in the city, live-jazz in a hotel lounge, a historic Beaux-Arts setting, and closer immediate access to Bourbon Street and French Quarter attractions.
When The Windsor Court wins: pick the Windsor Court if you prefer a more formally traditional luxury hotel with refined European-style service, a garden-view restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a slightly calmer downtown location.
Bottom line: both are polished five-star options within a short walk of Canal Street; the Ritz leans larger and more activity-focused (spa, live jazz), while the Windsor Court is a long-standing, classically restrained luxury choice.
| Category | The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans | The Windsor Court |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Historic Beaux-Arts landmark; mix of polished luxury and lively public spaces. | Classic, old-school five-star hotel with refined, European-style service. |
| Location | 921 Canal St — on the edge of the French Quarter, a block from Bourbon Street. | 300 Gravier St — steps from Canal Street and Caesars Casino; short walk to Bourbon Street. |
| Size | 528 rooms across ~14–15 floors. | 314 guestrooms. |
| Ages / audience | Family-friendly; children welcome (Ritz Kids program). | |
| Pools | Indoor heated pool (year-round) with set daily hours; described as a resistance pool/fitness pool. | Outdoor pool with poolside bar and sun loungers. |
| Restaurants & bars | M bistro (flagship restaurant) and Davenport Lounge (live jazz and cocktails) plus Spa Café and room service. | The Grill Room (garden-view American cuisine), 2 bars/lounges, 24-hour room service. |
| Spa & wellness | The Ritz-Carlton Spa — 25,000 sq ft, 20 treatment rooms, saunas, cold plunge, relaxation lounge. | Full-service spa and massages on site (details on size and number of rooms not published). |
| Meeting & events | Extensive event space (over 48,000 sq ft, 34 event rooms including large Grand Ballroom and courtyards). | 10 meeting rooms and ~10,000 sq ft of conference space; ballroom available. |
| Accessibility & transport | 24-hour front desk, concierge, valet parking (fee), no airport shuttle; close walk to streetcars and downtown attractions. | |
| Notable perks | Live jazz in Davenport Lounge; large spa; historic courtyard spaces. | Garden views at The Grill Room; classic formal service; centralized Canal Street access. |
The Ritz-Carlton sits on Canal Street at the French Quarter edge, one block from Bourbon Street.
Choose the Ritz for the most immediate access to French Quarter nightlife and sights.
The Windsor Court is centrally located near Canal Street and Caesars Casino, a short walk to the French Quarter.
Choose the Windsor Court if you want a slightly quieter downtown base still within easy walking distance of the Quarter.
The Ritz-Carlton offers 528 rooms and suites across a broad set of room types, many with historic architectural character.
The Ritz has more room types and larger-suite options if you want variety or a signature suite.
The Windsor Court provides 314 guestrooms with a mix of Classic, Deluxe, Premium and Club room options.
The Windsor Court leans toward traditional room layouts and comforts with some club-level options.
The Ritz-Carlton centers dining on M bistro and Davenport Lounge with regional Creole/Cajun influences and live jazz.
Pick the Ritz for live-music evenings and New Orleans–style seasonal cuisine on property.
The Windsor Court highlights The Grill Room (garden view) and two bars/lounges for classic American fare and cocktails.
Choose Windsor Court for a more formal, restaurant-focused experience and garden seating.
The Ritz-Carlton has a heated indoor pool and additional fitness/wellness features focused on spa and studios.
If you prefer an indoor, year-round pool and extensive fitness amenities, the Ritz is the stronger pick.
The Windsor Court offers an outdoor pool with poolside bar and sunloungers for outdoor relaxation.
Windsor Court is better if you want an outdoor pool and a calmer poolside setting downtown.
The Ritz-Carlton emphasizes wellness through a very large spa and in-hotel live-jazz nightlife.
The Ritz suits guests who want a full-service spa plus on-site live-music nightlife.
The Windsor Court provides on-site spa services and quieter, more formal evening bars.
Pick Windsor Court for low-key evening drinks and a traditional spa experience.

The Ritz-Carlton — 25,000 sq ft spa with 20 treatment rooms and specialized signature treatments.

The Windsor Court — long-established, formal service style and garden-view dining in a traditional setting.

The Ritz-Carlton — Davenport Lounge hosts live jazz and M bistro offers regional Creole-Cajun-Southern menus.

The Windsor Court — calmer atmosphere, outdoor pool, and garden-facing restaurant a step from Canal Street.
The Ritz-Carlton is located on Canal Street at the edge of the French Quarter—about a block from Bourbon Street—while The Windsor Court is a short walk from Canal Street and a bit farther from the Quarter.
The Ritz-Carlton features a 25,000 sq ft spa with 20 treatment rooms and additional amenities; The Windsor Court has a full-service spa and massage treatments but published spa size and room counts are not available.
No. Both hotels welcome guests of all ages and have family-friendly policies.
The Windsor Court has an outdoor pool and poolside bar; The Ritz-Carlton has an indoor heated pool available year-round.
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