New Orleans
Playful, high-energy lifestyle hotel. Pop Art meets New Orleans flair — crimson accents, custom local artwork, patterned floors, and eclectic décor throughout. It feels like an insider's clubhouse more than a traditional hotel, with a built-in nightlife scene of live DJs, drag brunches, and live music events.
Golden Hour at the Pool Club (early evening) gets you discounts on drinks and food — hit that sweet spot before the DJ crowd arrives
Why It Matters
Voted #1 Hotel in New Orleans by Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards 2024, and #4 in 2025. The property is notable for its two-chamber room concept (a Virgin Hotels patent), a rooftop pool bar that doubles as one of the city's best day-party venues, and a music/events program that runs seven days a week. It's one of the few hotels where non-guests genuinely want to spend their evenings.
Virgin Hotels New Orleans sits in the Warehouse District at 550 Baronne Street — opened in 2021, it has 238 rooms built around Virgin's signature two-chamber design, where panelled French doors split the sleeping lounge from the dressing room and vanity. The rooftop Pool Club on the 13th floor is one of the best day-party spots in the city, drawing as many locals as hotel guests. Close enough to the French Quarter to walk it, far enough to skip the worst of Bourbon Street madness.
Where You'll Stay
5 room types available
Chamber Double Queen
Same two-chamber layout as the Chamber King, also starting at just under 300 square feet. Two queen beds in the sleeping lounge instead of one king. Good for friends traveling together who still want the dressing room separation. All the same tech and bathroom finishes apply.
Two QueensChamber King
The entry-level room, but it doesn't feel like one. Just under 300 square feet split across two zones: a dressing room with a full makeup vanity, well-lit mirror, and oversized shower; and a sleeping lounge with an ergonomically designed lounge bed, red SMEG mini-fridge, 55-inch smart TV, and café-style desk at built-in window seating. French-panelled doors divide the two spaces. Red Flower bath amenities in the bathroom. Rainfall showerhead standard.
KingCrescent City Penthouse Suite
On the 14th floor with views across the New Orleans skyline. Features a large lounge with a built-in bar, dining table, and sprawling couch — set up for entertaining. The view of the French Quarter from the balcony is a genuine draw. One of two penthouse options.
KingGrand Chamber King Suite
A three-room suite with a separate living room, dressing room, and sleeping lounge. Steps out to a private balcony with city views. Essentially two rooms connected — good for groups wanting shared lounge space with sleeping privacy. More of a lateral expansion than a vertical upgrade in luxury.
KingRichard's Penthouse Suite
The flagship suite, named after Sir Richard Branson. At 1,097 square feet on the 14th floor with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Pool Club and downtown New Orleans. Features a kitchenette, full living area, and separate master bedroom. Floor-to-ceiling windows make it feel like the city is part of the room. The go-to for milestone events and pre-wedding parties.
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Eat & Drink
4 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Third-floor gym with Technogym cardio machines equipped with internet connectivity and interactive programming. No additional fee for hotel guests.
Thursday through Saturday evenings the Pool Club transitions from daytime lounge to nightlife venue with DJ performances under the stars. 21+ after 7pm.
Over 6,600 square feet of flexible meeting and event space including The Manor (galas and large events), Sandbox and Founder's Room (tech-ready meeting rooms), The Shag Room (private dinners), and Dreamboat (weddings and receptions). Group rates available for blocks of 20+ rooms.
Weekend rooftop pool parties on the 13th floor with live DJs, frozen cocktails, and small bites. Open to hotel guests and non-guests (day pass required). One of the most popular rooftop events in the city. Pool is open 10am–7pm; bar stays open later (until midnight on Fri/Sat).
Special brunch programming at Commons Club timed around New Orleans Saints home games. Good for football fans who want to pre-game in style before the short walk to the Superdome.
Weekly live music series at Commons Club every Friday. Local and touring artists perform in the bar area. Free for dining and bar guests.
Themed drag brunches at Commons Club on select weekends throughout the year. A NOLA staple that the hotel leans into with full commitment — expect performances, bottomless bubbles ($39 mimosas, $79 Veuve), and full brunch menu.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
ADA-accessible rooms with roll-in showers, tubs with grab bars, wider doorways, and lowered countertops and amenities.
Over 6,600 square feet of flexible event space including The Manor, Sandbox, Founder's Room, The Shag Room, Dreamboat, and Pool Club. Supports groups up to 120 for meetings, galas, weddings, and corporate retreats.
Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi throughout the property. No bandwidth throttling or hidden charges.
Breakfast in-room dining available 7am–11am featuring the Funny Library menu. Orders via the Lucy app, hotel YES! Team, or in-room TV. Contactless delivery to door or through the chamber's sliding door.
Signature red SMEG mini-fridges stocked in every room. Items priced at street prices rather than hotel markup — a genuine Virgin Hotels differentiator.
24/7 valet parking via the front driveway. Overnight rate is $55/night plus tax. Public day parking also available on-site.
All sizes and breeds welcome. Pet amenities (pet-menities) provided. One-time $100 non-refundable pet fee per stay. No breed or size restrictions.
Outdoor rooftop pool on the 13th floor with wrap-around lounge deck and city views. Open 10am–7pm daily. Compact — more social than a lap pool. Non-hotel guests welcome with day pass.
On-property dry cleaning and laundry services available.
ATM available on property.
24-hour front desk and dedicated Junction concierge team available for flexible check-in/check-out and local recommendations. No fees for early check-in or late check-out — arrange by calling ahead.
Virgin Hotels' proprietary app connects guests' personal devices to room controls (AC, lights, TV, locks) and hotel staff. Order room service, adjust the room, or request anything — all through one app.
Third-floor gym with Technogym internet-equipped cardio machines. Open around the clock. No fee for hotel guests.
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