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Getting Married in New Orleans

Engine's inventory of wedding hotels in New Orleans puts you within reach of properties with substantial reception and banquet space across the city. The New Orleans Marriott, with its Grand Ballroom spanning about 27,000 square feet and capacity for up to 3,100 guests, leads the list of hotels you can search, compare, and book through Engine. Couples, wedding planners, and out-of-town guests use this page to find hotels with the event space and guest rooms they need for their big day.

New Orleans brings storied French Quarter architecture, live jazz, and exceptional food to every celebration, and these hotels offer ballrooms and event spaces suited to receptions of many sizes. You can search, compare, and book guest rooms at these hotels on Engine. For a block of 9 or more rooms for out-of-town guests, Engine Groups handles the room-block booking; for 8 or fewer, you book self-serve.

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Compare wedding hotels in New Orleans

Same order as the list above: ranked by event space, with a tilt toward hotels that list wedding services, a reception hall, or banquet space. Space and amenity details come from each hotel's own records. A dash means the hotel's data doesn't list that detail, not that it's unavailable.

# Hotel Event spaceGuest roomsWedding servicesReception hallBanquet spaceGuest rating
1 New Orleans Marriott 27,089 sq ft 1,333 Yes Yes Yes 4.4 (2,911)
2 Sheraton New Orleans Hotel 22,551 sq ft 1,110 Yes Yes Yes 4.2 (3,207)
3 InterContinental New Orleans by IHG 8,425 sq ft 484 Yes Yes Yes 4.3 (2,860)
4 Four Seasons Hotel New Orleans 8,026 sq ft 341 Yes Yes Yes 4.8 (727)
5 The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans 7,448 sq ft 527 Yes Yes Yes 4.6 (1,003)
6 New Orleans Marriott Warehouse Arts District 6,966 sq ft 331 Yes Yes Yes 4.4 (2,184)
7 Omni Royal Orleans Hotel 6,868 sq ft 345 Yes Yes Yes 4.3 (2,090)
8 JW Marriott New Orleans 6,270 sq ft 501 Yes Yes Yes 4.6 (1,089)
9 Hotel Monteleone, New Orleans 6,236 sq ft 570 Yes Yes Yes 4.8 (2,717)
10 Kimpton Hotel Fontenot by IHG 5,767 sq ft 202 Yes Yes Yes 4.7 (1,002)
11 The Westin New Orleans 5,466 sq ft 462 Yes Yes Yes 4.7 (3,018)
12 Drury Plaza Hotel New Orleans 5,538 sq ft 214 Yes Yes Yes 4.8 (2,212)
13 The Royal Sonesta New Orleans 5,000 sq ft 483 Yes Yes Yes 4.4 (3,579)
14 The Jung Hotel and Residences 4,100 sq ft 207 Yes Yes Yes 4.3 (3,547)
15 NOPSI Hotel, New Orleans 4,000 sq ft 217 Yes Yes Yes 4.4 (2,481)
16 Embassy Suites by Hilton New Orleans 3,952 sq ft 280 Yes Yes Yes 4.1 (2,307)
17 Hilton Garden Inn New Orleans Convention Center 2,700 sq ft 286 Yes Yes Yes 4.2 (2,986)
18 Bourbon Orleans Hotel 2,712 sq ft 218 Yes Yes Yes 4.6 (4,159)
19 Brent House Hotel 2,606 sq ft 137 Yes Yes Yes 4.4 (2,168)
20 Loews New Orleans Hotel 2,131 sq ft 285 Yes Yes Yes 4.7 (1,780)

Frequently asked questions

How do I find wedding hotels in New Orleans close to my ceremony venue?
Start by mapping the distance between your ceremony location and the hotels you're considering. Many couples choose properties in the French Quarter or Central Business District for walkability to churches, parks, and event spaces across the city. Engine lets you search and compare hotels by neighborhood, so you can narrow your options based on where your ceremony will be.
What should I look for in a hotel for my wedding reception and guest rooms?
Look for a property with enough event space to host your reception and enough guest rooms to accommodate out-of-town family and friends. For example, the New Orleans Marriott offers about 27,000 square feet in its Grand Ballroom and 1333 guest rooms, while the InterContinental New Orleans has about 8,400 square feet in its La Salle Ballroom and 484 rooms. Amenities like catering, on-site coordination, and getting-ready suites vary by property, so confirm those details directly with the hotel.
What should I compare when choosing where to block rooms for wedding guests?
Compare nightly rates, proximity to your ceremony and reception, and the total number of rooms available for your group. Check whether the hotel offers complimentary breakfast, parking, or shuttle service, since those can make a difference for guests traveling from out of town. Engine shows pre-negotiated rates and lets you compare properties side by side.
How far in advance should I reserve a block of hotel rooms for my wedding?
Most couples book their room block six to nine months before the wedding date, especially if your event falls during a busy season or coincides with a festival in New Orleans. Booking early gives your guests more time to plan and helps you secure the rates and room count you need. If your wedding is during peak travel times, consider reserving even earlier.
How do I book a block of rooms for out-of-town guests?
If you need nine or more rooms, Engine Groups will handle the booking for your guest-room block. For eight rooms or fewer, you can book them yourself through Engine's platform. The hotel's event space for your reception can be booked through Engine Spaces, Engine's marketplace of hotel meeting and event spaces across the U.S. and Canada, or you can arrange it with the hotel directly.

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