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New Orleans Meeting & Event Venues

Refined indoor space perfect for weddings and special events in New Orleans.

A Space for Any Occasion

Break away from the ordinary and elevate your next event. Our hotel offers a range of versatile spaces, from elegant ballrooms to intimate meeting rooms, each designed to inspire creativity and foster collaboration.

  • Over 20,000 sq. ft. of event space
  • 20 meeting rooms
  • Largest room at 5000 sq. ft.
  • Max reception capacity: 600
  • Max seated capacity: 540

Meeting & Event Venues

Iberville & Esplanade

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The Iberville and Esplanade board rooms are sophisticated spaces for small meetings, remote work sessions, or intimate private dinners of up to 20 guests. Both versatile spaces can be customized to suit your specific needs.

Ideal for:

  • Presentations
  • Conference Meetings
  • Business Lunches
  • Private Dinners

Iberville & Esplanade

Floorplans and capacity

Venue layout diagram showing table arrangements and entry points for an event at the Royal Sonesta New Orleans.
Venue layout diagram showing table arrangements and entry points for an event at the Royal Sonesta New Orleans.
Venue layout diagram showing table arrangements and entry points for an event at the Royal Sonesta New Orleans.
Venue layout diagram showing table arrangements and entry points for an event at the Royal Sonesta New Orleans.
Venue layout diagram showing table arrangements and entry points for an event at the Royal Sonesta New Orleans.
Venue layout diagram showing table arrangements and entry points for an event at the Royal Sonesta New Orleans.
Venue layout diagram showing table arrangements and entry points for an event at the Royal Sonesta New Orleans.
Venue layout diagram showing table arrangements and entry points for an event at the Royal Sonesta New Orleans.
Venue layout diagram showing table arrangements and entry points for an event at the Royal Sonesta New Orleans.

Banquet rounds

Up to 20 guests

Venue layout diagram showing table arrangements and entry points for an event at the Royal Sonesta New Orleans.

Board room

Up to 14 guests

Venue layout diagram showing table arrangements and entry points for an event at the Royal Sonesta New Orleans.

Classroom

Up to 12 guests 

Venue layout diagram showing table arrangements and entry points for an event at the Royal Sonesta New Orleans.

Cocktail rounds

Up to 20 guests 

Venue layout diagram showing table arrangements and entry points for an event at the Royal Sonesta New Orleans.

Crescent rounds

Up to 12 guests 

Venue layout diagram showing table arrangements and entry points for an event at the Royal Sonesta New Orleans.

Hollow square

Up to 10 guests

Venue layout diagram showing table arrangements and entry points for an event at the Royal Sonesta New Orleans.

Theater

Up to 20 guests 

Venue layout diagram showing table arrangements and entry points for an event at the Royal Sonesta New Orleans.

U-shaped

Up to 8 guests

Event Catering

Close-up of a fine-dining dish served at the New Orleans Royal Sonesta.
Refined indoor space perfect for weddings and special events in New Orleans.
Close-up of a fine-dining dish served at the New Orleans Royal Sonesta.

Our expert culinary team will craft a personalized menu to suit your taste and event style. From elegant plated dinners to casual buffets, we'll ensure every dish is a culinary masterpiece. Let us handle the details so you can focus on celebrating with your guests.

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