Best rooms at Virgin Hotels New Orleans — ranked
Top picks: For most travelers, Room, 1 King Bed (Chamber) is the best balance of design and practical features. If views or an outdoor seat matter, book Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Chamber) or one of the Grand Suite options; for a special occasion choose Penthouse (Richard's Flat) or Suite (Crescent City Penthouse).
In this guide
Best overall room: Room, 1 King Bed (Chamber)
Why it wins: Room, 1 King Bed (Chamber) is the flagship Chamber layout used across the hotel — the two-chamber design separates sleeping and dressing/lounge space, which most travelers find convenient.
What to expect: Standard features include the signature built-in minibar niche, vanity/dressing area and room-key access to hotel amenities such as the 24-hour fitness center and free Wi‑Fi.
- Two-chamber layout: separate sleeping area and dressing/lounge area
- Complimentary Wi‑Fi and room-key access to the 24/7 fitness center
- Fits typical solo or couple needs without upgrading to a suite
| Feature | Notes |
|---|---|
| Room type | Chamber |
| Bed | 1 King Bed |
| Typical amenities | Minibar niche, vanity, free Wi‑Fi |
Best for skyline and balcony views
If an elevated city outlook matters, choose Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Chamber) or one of the balcony Grand Suites. City-view Chambers place large windows or small balcony options on higher floors; Grand Suite, City View (Chamber, Balcony) and Grand Suite, Balcony, City View provide dedicated balcony space.
Balcony rooms give you private outdoor seating overlooking the Warehouse District and downtown streets — useful for morning coffee or an evening drink before heading to the rooftop Pool Club.
- Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Chamber) — City View, two-chamber layout (305 sq. ft. noted on some listings).
- Grand Suite, City View (Chamber, Balcony) — 576 sq. ft. with balcony and separate lounge/dressing area.
- Grand Suite, Balcony, City View — same suite-level amenities with balcony access.
| Room | Why choose it |
|---|---|
| Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Chamber) | Best mid-level upgrade for views without committing to a suite |
| Grand Suite, City View (Chamber, Balcony) | More living space plus private balcony |
| Grand Suite, Balcony, City View | Largest private outdoor option among Chambers |
Best suites for celebrations: Penthouse (Richard's Flat) and Suite (Crescent City Penthouse)
For an occasion — anniversary, rehearsal dinner staging, or a large private gathering within your reservation — consider Penthouse (Richard's Flat) or Suite (Crescent City Penthouse). Both are listed as Penthouse-level suites and include the hotel's two-chamber approach with expanded living and dressing areas.
These suites have more distinct living/dining space and larger bathrooms than standard Chambers; images and listings show muraled bedrooms, freestanding tubs and a fuller kitchenette/dining setup in penthouse layouts.
- Penthouse (Richard's Flat) — larger living/dining areas and distinctive muraled bedroom and bathroom spaces.
- Suite (Crescent City Penthouse) — similar penthouse-scale bedroom and living areas with separate dressing/lounge zones.
- Penthouse and Crescent City Penthouse are best when you want private entertaining space or more room to spread out.
| Suite | Good for |
|---|---|
| Penthouse (Richard's Flat) | Events, entertaining, roomy living/dining |
| Suite (Crescent City Penthouse) | Large private bathroom and separate dressing/living space |
| Grand Suite options | If you want a balcony plus suite-sized space |
Best for groups or families needing extra beds
If you need additional beds without booking two rooms, choose Room, 2 Queen Beds (Chamber) or Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View (Chamber). These Chambers are configured to sleep more guests while retaining the two-chamber layout.
Some City View two-queen Chambers are larger (listed sizes vary) and add the benefit of windows or views while still offering multiple beds.
- Room, 2 Queen Beds (Chamber) — standard two-queen layout in Chamber format.
- Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View (Chamber) — same sleeping capacity with city-facing windows.
- Room, 1 King Bed or Queen options can sometimes be configured as 2 Queen Beds when booked under that room type; check the booking details.
| Room | Sleeps |
|---|---|
| Room, 2 Queen Beds (Chamber) | Listed for up to 4 Guests |
| Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View (Chamber) | Listed for up to 4 Guests |
| Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Chamber) | Can list options for King or 2 Queen configuration on some listings |
Rooms with the hotel's signature extras
All Chambers and suites use the two-chamber layout that separates sleeping quarters from a dressing and lounge area — that’s a consistent feature across the 238 Chambers and the suite inventory.
Other consistent in-room features mentioned in hotel listings include a built-in minibar niche with a retro-style red mini fridge, vanity/dressing desk and complimentary Wi‑Fi.
- Two-chamber design: separate sleeping and dressing/lounge space in all rooms and suites
- Minibar niche with red mini fridge in many guest-room photos and listings
- Vanity/dressing area or walk-in closet in suites
| Amenity | Availability |
|---|---|
| Free Wi‑Fi | All Chambers and suites |
| 24/7 fitness center access | All guests with room key |
| Minibar niche | Common in Chambers (photos and listings) |
Booking and practical tips
Check-in details: Check-in starts at 4:00 PM and the hotel maintains a check-in window that runs from 4:00 PM to midnight. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. Guests arriving after midnight should contact the hotel in advance.
Pool, parking and pets: The Pool Club sits on the 13th floor and the rooftop pool is heated to 84°F; public access to the Pool Club begins at 3pm and non-hotel guests must be 21 or older. The hotel offers 24/7 covered valet parking (no self-park) at a published overnight price, and the property is pet-friendly (up to two pets per room with a one-time non-refundable fee).
- Pool: rooftop on 13th floor, heated to 84°F, swimming hours and public access times posted by the hotel
- Valet parking only (on-site); overnight rate listed on hotel pages — confirm current price at booking
- Pet policy: up to two pets per room with a one-time non-refundable fee and provided pet amenities
| Topic | Quick fact |
|---|---|
| Check-in / Check-out | Check-in from 4:00 PM (window to midnight); check-out by 11:00 AM |
| Fitness center | Complimentary, 24/7 with room-key access |
| Rooftop pool | 13th floor; heated to 84°F; public access begins at 3pm |
