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Virgin Hotels New Orleans vs Bourbon Orleans Hotel

Virgin Hotels New Orleans is a modern 4.5-star boutique hotel in the Warehouse District with a rooftop pool, contemporary restaurants, and 238 Chambers—good for travelers who want modern design and rooftop nightlife. Bourbon Orleans Hotel is a popular 4-star historic hotel located in the French Quarter, suited to travelers who prefer old-New-Orleans character, close walking access to Bourbon Street and Jackson Square.

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Virgin Hotels New Orleans

Modern design · Rooftop pool · Warehouse District

Best for skyline-rooftop pool time, contemporary dining, and a downtown boutique stay.

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Bourbon Orleans Hotel, New Orleans, Louisiana

Bourbon Orleans Hotel

Historic French Quarter · Outdoor pool · Event space

Best for staying in the French Quarter with immediate access to Bourbon Street, Jackson Square, and historic character.

Quick Verdict: Virgin Hotels New Orleans vs Bourbon Orleans Hotel

When Virgin Hotels New Orleans wins: choose Virgin if you want a modern, design-forward hotel with a heated 13th-floor rooftop pool, Commons Club dining, and straightforward access to CBD attractions and venues. It’s the better pick for rooftop social life and newer-room layouts.

When Bourbon Orleans Hotel wins: choose Bourbon Orleans if your priority is being in the heart of the French Quarter — steps from Bourbon Street and Jackson Square — and you prefer a historic hotel with classic New Orleans atmosphere and on-site event spaces.

Bottom line: Both hotels are solid 4-star choices within walking distance of French Quarter highlights; pick Virgin for contemporary rooftop amenities and modern rooms, pick Bourbon Orleans for location and historic character.

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Virgin Hotels New Orleans vs Bourbon Orleans Hotel – At a Glance

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CategoryVirgin Hotels New OrleansBourbon Orleans Hotel
Overall vibeContemporary boutique with modern design and lively rooftop scenesHistoric French Quarter property with classic local character
LocationWarehouse District/Central Business District — ~10-minute walk to Bourbon StreetFrench Quarter — steps from Bourbon Street and Jackson Square
Size (rooms)238 rooms (Chambers) across 14 floors220 guestrooms
Opening / ageOpened 2021 (new-build modern property)Historic building (longstanding French Quarter hotel)
PoolsHeated rooftop pool on 13th floor (open daily; heated to 84°F)Outdoor pool (ground level)
Restaurants & barsCommons Club, The Pool Club (rooftop), Funny Library coffee shopRoux restaurant, 1 bar/lounge, coffee shop/cafe
Spa / wellnessNo on-site spa; 24/7 fitness center with Technogym equipmentNot published
Known forRooftop Pool Club, contemporary dining and event spacesCentral French Quarter location and historic atmosphere
Event & meeting spaceMultiple event rooms including The Manor and rooftop Dreamboat; several thousand sq ft totalConference space (~4 meeting rooms) and ballroom/banquet space (4514 sq ft)
Accessibility & serviceWheelchair-accessible pool design, 24/7 front desk, valet parking (fee)24-hour front desk, concierge, wheelchair-accessible path to elevator; valet parking (surcharge)

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Location: Warehouse District vs French Quarter

Virgin Hotels New Orleans – Location

Virgin Hotels New Orleans sits in the Warehouse District/CBD, within walking distance of the French Quarter and major museums.

  • About a 10–15 minute walk to Bourbon Street and the French Quarter
  • Close to the National WWII Museum, Superdome, and streetcar lines
  • Address: 550 Baronne St; easy taxi/rideshare access from MSY

Choose Virgin for a downtown base that's a short walk to the French Quarter and museum district.

Bourbon Orleans Hotel – Location

Bourbon Orleans Hotel is in the middle of the French Quarter, steps from Bourbon Street and Jackson Square.

  • Address: 717 Orleans St — immediate access to Bourbon Street, Royal Street, and Jackson Square
  • Within a few minutes' walk of Café du Monde and French Market
  • Preferred airport: Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. (MSY) — about 16 miles away

Pick Bourbon Orleans if you want to be immersed in French Quarter life and nightlife.

Rooms: Chambers vs Historic guestrooms

Virgin Hotels New Orleans – Rooms

Virgin offers 238 Chambers featuring a two-chamber layout that separates sleeping and lounge/dressing areas.

  • 238 rooms across 14 floors, including 11 suites and two penthouses
  • Multiple room types with city- or rooftop-view options and several balcony suites
  • Complimentary Wi‑Fi and modern in-room tech; pet policy allows up to two pets (fee applies)

Virgin’s rooms are newer with a consistent modern layout and multiple suite options.

Bourbon Orleans Hotel – Rooms

Bourbon Orleans has 220 guestrooms in a historic French Quarter property with traditional bedding and designer toiletries.

  • 220 guestrooms featuring pillowtop beds, down comforters, and flat-screen TVs
  • Complimentary wired and wireless internet access
  • Private bathrooms with showers and designer toiletries

Bourbon Orleans provides classic-style rooms in a historic building right in the Quarter.

Dining & drinks: Commons Club vs Roux

Virgin Hotels New Orleans – Dining & drinks

Virgin's food-and-drink outlets focus on contemporary Southern-influenced cuisine, a rooftop bar, and a coffee shop.

  • Commons Club: flagship restaurant for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner with live music
  • The Pool Club: 13th-floor rooftop bar serving cocktails and light bites; public access limited and 21+ after mid‑afternoon
  • Funny Library: La Colombe coffee and pastries for quick bites and co-working

Virgin leans modern and social — rooftop cocktails, live-music dining, and all-day coffee.

Bourbon Orleans Hotel – Dining & drinks

Bourbon Orleans offers Roux restaurant for brunch and a bar/lounge; a coffee shop/cafe is also on site.

  • Roux: on-site restaurant serving brunch and other meals (cooked-to-order breakfast is available for a surcharge)
  • One bar/lounge for evening drinks
  • Coffee shop/cafe for snacks and light fare

Bourbon Orleans concentrates on classic Quarter dining options in a single on-site restaurant and bar.

Pools & signature amenity: Rooftop pool vs outdoor pool

Virgin Hotels New Orleans – Pools & signature amenity

Virgin’s signature amenity is the heated 13th-floor rooftop pool and Pool Club bar with skyline views.

  • Heated rooftop pool kept at 84°F and open daily for hotel guests
  • Pool Club offers terrace seating, Pool Club bar service, and limited public access (21+ rules apply)
  • Reservations or passes may be required for non-guests during busy hours

Virgin’s rooftop pool is the main draw for guests who want skyline views and a social pool scene.

Bourbon Orleans Hotel – Pools & signature amenity

Bourbon Orleans has an outdoor ground-level pool and poolside amenities.

  • One outdoor pool with sun loungers, umbrellas, and free pool cabanas
  • Pool is part of the hotel’s on-site recreational offering alongside a small fitness area
  • Poolside lounging fits guests who want a quieter pool experience in the Quarter

Bourbon Orleans provides a traditional outdoor pool that complements its historic setting.

Wellness & nightlife: Fitness, events and nearby scene

Virgin Hotels New Orleans – Wellness & nightlife

Virgin offers a 24/7 complimentary fitness center but no on-site spa; the rooftop Pool Club and Commons Club provide nightlife on property.

  • 24/7 fitness center with Technogym equipment (complimentary for guests)
  • Multiple on-site event spaces and rooftop Dreamboat for weddings and parties
  • Rooftop Pool Club and Commons Club create late-afternoon and evening social options

Virgin combines around-the-clock fitness with on-site nightlife and event venues.

Bourbon Orleans Hotel – Wellness & nightlife

Bourbon Orleans provides fitness facilities, event spaces, and immediate French Quarter nightlife at the hotel’s doorstep.

  • Fitness facilities listed among amenities
  • Extensive event and conference space including ballroom and six meeting rooms (approx. 4514 sq ft total)
  • Direct access to Bourbon Street nightlife and Quarter entertainment

Bourbon Orleans pairs event facilities with prime Quarter nightlife access.

Who Wins? Best Pick by Travel Style

Best rooftop pool & skyline views
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Virgin Hotels New Orleans

Virgin Hotels New Orleans — heated 13th-floor Pool Club with skyline terrace and cocktails.

Best location for French Quarter access
Bourbon Orleans Hotel, New Orleans, Louisiana

Bourbon Orleans Hotel

Bourbon Orleans Hotel — steps from Bourbon Street, Jackson Square, and classic Quarter attractions.

Best for modern dining and nightlife on-site
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Virgin Hotels New Orleans

Virgin — Commons Club plus a rooftop bar and a lively evening program.

Best for historic character
Bourbon Orleans Hotel, New Orleans, Louisiana

Bourbon Orleans Hotel

Bourbon Orleans — a longtime French Quarter hotel with period features and local feel.

Frequently asked questions

Virgin Hotels New Orleans vs Bourbon Orleans Hotel: FAQs

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Which hotel is closer to Bourbon Street?

Bourbon Orleans is right in the French Quarter and steps from Bourbon Street; Virgin is about a 10-minute walk away.

Which hotel has the rooftop pool?

Virgin Hotels New Orleans has a heated rooftop pool on the 13th floor; Bourbon Orleans has a ground-level outdoor pool.

Do either of these hotels have an on-site spa?

Virgin does not have an on-site spa; Bourbon Orleans’ supplier listing does not publish a spa — Not published.

Which is better for events and weddings?

Both properties offer event space: Virgin has modern indoor and rooftop venues (Dreamboat, The Manor) and Bourbon Orleans lists ballroom and roughly 4514 sq ft of conference/banquet space.

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