What's included — and what costs extra at Le Méridien New Orleans
Quick answer: Le Méridien New Orleans includes access to the rooftop pool deck (loungers and umbrellas), 24-hour front desk service, use of the 24-hour fitness center, and complimentary Wi‑Fi in select public areas like the lobby. Extras commonly charged: a mandatory destination fee per night, in-room Wi‑Fi, 24-hour valet parking, pet fee (if applicable), reservable cabanas and poolside purchases, and most food/drink items unless covered by the destination-credit policy.
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Arrival, check-in and front-desk services
Standard check-in at Le Méridien New Orleans is 4:00 PM and check-out is 11:00 AM; express check-out is available. The front desk operates 24 hours a day, and late check-in is offered up to midnight subject to availability.
Basic front-desk services—like luggage storage, safe-deposit boxes at the front desk, and multilingual staff—are part of your stay without an extra per-service charge, though some concierge services (tour bookings, car service) may carry fees.
- Minimum check-in age: 21 (government photo ID and credit card required).
- Luggage storage and basic check-in/check-out services: included.
- Concierge-arranged services (tours, transfers): often charged separately.
| Service | Included or extra |
|---|---|
| 24-hour front desk | Included |
| Late check-out/express check-out | Included (express check-out available) |
| Concierge-arranged transfers/tours | Usually extra |
Rooms and what’s included
The hotel offers a range of room types including Classic Room, Superior Room, River View, Room, City View, Corner, and several suites (Executive Suite, Corner; Urban, Suite, River View, Corner; Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, River View). Standard room inclusions are housekeeping, in-room coffee/tea setup, and access to hotel public spaces.
In-room high-speed Wi‑Fi is a paid amenity; complimentary Wi‑Fi is available in select public areas such as the lobby bar/Hub. Specialty requests (extra rollaway beds, cribs) and certain room upgrades may incur extra charges.
- In-room Wi‑Fi: paid daily charge.
- Public-area Wi‑Fi (lobby/Longitude 90): complimentary.
- Extra bedding or certain special requests: may be charged; check at booking.
| Room feature | Included or extra |
|---|---|
| Housekeeping | Included |
| In-room high-speed Wi‑Fi | Extra (daily fee) |
| Room upgrades/view guarantees | May be extra |
Dining and drinks: what you pay for
Le Méridien New Orleans has two main on-site dining outlets: Longitude 90 (lobby bar/café, 6:30 AM–11:00 PM) and LMNO Restaurant (breakfast, lunch, and weekend dinner). Breakfast, lunch, dinner, cocktails and room service items are charged to your folio unless covered by a promotional package or by destination-fee credits noted by Marriott.
The hotel offers 24-hour room service; those orders and any minibar/pool-bar purchases are additional. Vegetarian and vegan options are available on menus, but menu items are not included in standard room rates.
- Longitude 90: coffee, grab-and-go breakfast, lunch/dinner and cocktails (open daily 6:30 AM–11:00 PM).
- LMNO Restaurant: Cajun- and Creole-inspired New American fare (breakfast, lunch, weekend dinner).
- 24-hour room service: available and charged per order.
| Dining outlet | Typical hours / notes |
|---|---|
| Longitude 90 | Daily 6:30 AM–11:00 PM; grab-and-go and cocktails |
| LMNO Restaurant | Breakfast & lunch; weekend dinner; reservations accepted |
Rooftop pool, fitness center and poolside services
The hotel’s outdoor rooftop pool sits on the 4th floor and is open to guests; the deck offers complimentary lounge chairs and umbrellas. A poolside bar operates on the deck for drinks and light bites; those purchases are charged to your bill.
Private cabanas are available on the pool deck but are reservable for an additional fee through the concierge. The fitness center is open 24 hours and is located adjacent to the rooftop pool; access to the fitness center is provided to guests without a separate charge per visit, while onsite fitness classes or partnered services (if offered) may cost extra.
- Rooftop pool: guest access included; hours vary (some sources list 7:00 AM–10:00 or 11:00 PM). Reconfirm hours with the hotel.
- Poolside bar purchases and cabana reservations: extra.
- Fitness center: open 24 hours and available to guests; equipment includes cardio and strength machines.
| Amenity | Included or extra |
|---|---|
| Pool access and lounge chairs | Included for guests |
| Pool cabana reservation | Extra (concierge) |
| Poolside bar purchases | Extra |
Parking, destination fee and other mandatory charges
Le Méridien New Orleans applies a mandatory destination (resort) fee charged locally per room, per night; the hotel’s loyalty-page materials indicate this fee is applied as a credit toward food & beverage and other perks. The exact amount can vary across booking sites and should be confirmed at booking.
On-site parking is valet only and is charged separately (Marriott lists a daily valet fee; third-party listings vary). If you arrive by car, expect to pay the nightly valet rate; oversized vehicles may incur a higher valet rate. Other common extras include pet fees and in-room Wi‑Fi.
- Mandatory destination fee: charged per room, per night (amount varies by source).
- Valet parking only: charged per night; no self-park garage on site.
- Pet fee (if bringing a dog or cat): non-refundable fee per night or per stay—confirm current amount with the hotel.
| Charge | Included or extra |
|---|---|
| Destination/daily fee | Mandatory (charged locally) |
| Valet parking | Extra (daily fee) |
| Pet fee | Extra (non-refundable; confirm amount) |
Business, meetings and special events
Le Méridien New Orleans offers a range of event spaces from the Esplanade Ballroom to smaller meeting rooms and an outdoor Palm Garden. Meeting-room rentals, A/V services, catering and wedding packages are contracted separately and are charged as event services.
Event capacities and room sizes are published for planners; for weddings and conferences you’ll coordinate details and pricing through the hotel’s Catering Sales Manager. Expect event-related charges for room rental, food & beverage, setup, and AV support.
- Esplanade Ballroom: 4,992 sq ft with up to 500 reception capacity (event pricing extra).
- Multiple meeting rooms and outdoor options available; capacities vary by space.
- Event catering, AV, and room rental: charged separately—contact the catering team to request quotes.
| Event space | Sample capacity |
|---|---|
| Esplanade Ballroom | Reception up to 500 |
| Marigny 1 & 2 | Reception up to 150 |
| Palm Garden (outdoor) | Up to 130 guests |
