Is The Barnett worth it? Honest pros and cons
Yes — The Barnett is worth it for travelers who want a centrally located, design-forward hotel with a heated rooftop pool, several on-site restaurants and live music. It’s especially good for guests who value easy access to the French Quarter, the National WWII Museum and a lively hotel bar and rooftop scene; families and business groups will also find useful meeting space and family-friendly policies.
In this guide
Location and neighborhood — easy access to New Orleans sights
The Barnett sits at 600 Carondelet Street in the Warehouse Arts District (Warehouse District/CBD), a short walk to Lafayette Square and roughly 15 minutes on foot to the French Quarter. The St. Charles Avenue streetcar line is close by for sightseeing into the Garden District and Uptown.
Because of its central spot you can reach the National WWII Museum in about five minutes on foot and Caesars Superdome in a few blocks. Nearby practical stops include Bearcat Cafe, Rouses grocery and a CVS for basics.
- Address: 600 Carondelet St, New Orleans, LA 70130
- ~15-minute walk to the French Quarter
- St. Charles streetcar within a block for easy transit
| Nearby spot | Typical walk time |
|---|---|
| Lafayette Square | 1 min |
| National WWII Museum | ~5 min |
| French Quarter | ~15 min |
Rooms and what to expect
The hotel has 234 guest rooms and suites housed in a restored 1928 Art Deco building; rooms mix vintage architectural details with contemporary finishes. Exact room types include Suite, 1 Bedroom, Patio; Room, Patio; Room, Corner; Room, 2 Double Beds; Room, 1 King Bed; Room, 2 Queen Beds; Deluxe Room; Room, Patio (Shared); and Suite (1 Bedroom).
Wi‑Fi is complimentary throughout the property. The hotel is non-smoking indoors and offers accessible rooms and features for guests with mobility needs.
- 234 rooms and suites
- Complimentary Wi‑Fi in rooms and public areas
- Accessible rooms and wheelchair-accessible public spaces
| Sample room names | Bed type |
|---|---|
| Suite, 1 Bedroom, Patio | 1 King Bed |
| Room, 2 Double Beds | 2 Double Beds |
| Deluxe Room | 1 King Bed |
Dining, bars and live music
The Barnett offers five on-site dining and drinking venues, including Seaworthy (seafood in a historic Creole cottage), Brutto Americano (modern Italian with Southern influence), All Good New Orleans cafe, The Lobby Bar, and the rooftop High Five bar and pool area. Hours vary by venue; for example, Seaworthy serves dinner and has a daily happy hour, while All Good serves breakfast and lunch.
Good Measure is the hotel’s live-music room with near-nightly performances ranging from jazz to DJ nights, so guests can experience evening entertainment without leaving the property.
- Seaworthy: seafood in an 1832 Creole cottage (dinner hours listed)
- Brutto Americano: brunch Sat–Sun and dinner Wed–Sun
- All Good New Orleans: cafe with breakfast and lunch service
- The Lobby Bar: craft cocktails and Italian-accented small plates
- Good Measure: near-nightly live performances
- High Five: rooftop bar with poolside drinks and small plates
| Venue | Typical service |
|---|---|
| Seaworthy | Dinner; oyster happy hour 4–6 PM |
| All Good New Orleans | Breakfast & lunch; coffee & grab-and-go |
| High Five (rooftop) | Poolside bar, seasonal small plates & cocktails |
Rooftop pool, fitness and on-site amenities
The Barnett has one heated outdoor rooftop pool (High Five Pool/Pool Deck) with sun loungers, a terrace, greenery and nearby pool-bar service. Pool hours and bar/grill hours vary seasonally; the property publishes pool access generally 11:00 AM–7:00 PM for guests and notes pool-bar hours separately.
A 24-hour fitness center is available with Peloton bikes, cardio machines, free weights and strength-training equipment. The hotel also provides luggage storage, 24-hour front desk service, and laundry/dry cleaning services.
- Heated rooftop pool with sun loungers and terrace (open year-round)
- High Five Pool Bar / Grill offers seasonal small plates and cocktails
- Fitness Center open 24 hours with Peloton bikes
| Amenity | Notes |
|---|---|
| Rooftop pool | Heated; generally open 11:00 AM–7:00 PM |
| Fitness center | Open 24 hours; Peloton bikes and weights |
| Wi‑Fi | Complimentary throughout property |
Families, pets and age policies
The Barnett is a boutique, adults-skewing hotel that nevertheless welcomes children of all ages. Up to 2 children aged 17 or younger stay free using existing bedding in a parent’s room, though the main guest checking in must be at least 21 years old.
Dogs are permitted (up to 2 per room, 50 lbs each) with a pet fee that varies by booking channel; service animals are exempt. Pool access rules restrict day guests to those 21 and older.
- Children: up to 2 children 17 & under stay free in existing bedding
- Minimum check-in age: 21 for the primary guest; under‑21 guests must be with a parent/guardian
- Pets: dogs only, up to 2 per room (50 lbs limit); fee varies by channel
| Policy | Detail |
|---|---|
| Minimum check-in age | 21 for primary guest |
| Children | Up to 2 children 17 or younger stay free |
| Pets | Dogs only; up to 2 per room; fees apply |
Events, meetings and weddings
The Barnett offers more than 16,000 sq ft of event space across multiple rooms, including Barnett Hall (4,000 sq ft, divisible, capacity listed up to 500) and a variety of smaller venues such as the Barnett Dining Room and Barnett Green Room. The hotel accommodates conferences, weddings and private dining with both indoor and courtyard outdoor spaces.
If you need a wedding-ready block or a large meeting footprint the property’s 234 rooms and the range of meeting rooms make it practical for multi-day events, and on-site catering and private dining options are available.
- Total event space: over 16,000 sq ft across many rooms
- Barnett Hall: 4,000 sq ft (can be divided; cited capacity up to 500)
- Barnett Dining Room: private dining/meeting room with fireplace; capacity ~40
| Venue | Size / capacity |
|---|---|
| Barnett Hall | 4,000 sq ft; up to 500 |
| Barnett Dining Room | ~690 sq ft; capacity ~40 |
| Barnett Green Room | 960 sq ft; capacity ~100 |
