
The Barnett
Best for guests who want a boutique, design-forward stay close to museums, restaurants and a lively rooftop bar.
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The Barnett is a 234-room JdV by Hyatt boutique hotel in a restored 1928 Art Deco building in the Warehouse District, aimed at travelers who want downtown culture, dining and a social rooftop scene. Four Seasons Hotel New Orleans is a high-profile 5-star riverfront luxury hotel on Canal Street for travelers who prioritize full-service luxury, river views and large-event capability.
Updated · about 0.8 km apart

Best for guests who want a boutique, design-forward stay close to museums, restaurants and a lively rooftop bar.

Best for travelers who want traditional 5-star riverfront service, a full-service spa, and extensive meeting or event space.
When The Barnett wins: Choose The Barnett if you want a smaller, design-driven hotel in the Warehouse District with five on-site dining options, near-nightly live music and a heated rooftop pool and bar that create a downtown social scene.
When Four Seasons wins: Choose Four Seasons Hotel New Orleans if you prefer a larger 5-star property with river views, a full-service spa, extensive conference and ballroom space, and the polished service of a global luxury brand.
Bottom line: The Barnett is the boutique, culturally focused pick for guests who want downtown energy and rooftop atmosphere; Four Seasons is the safer choice for travelers prioritizing formal luxury, spa services and larger meeting/wedding needs.
| Category | The Barnett | Four Seasons Hotel New Orleans |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Boutique, Art Deco design and neighborhood-focused | Traditional 5-star riverfront luxury |
| Location | Warehouse District, a short walk to the French Quarter and museums | Canal Street riverfront, steps from casinos and the riverwalk |
| Size | 234 rooms | 341 rooms |
| Pool(s) | One heated rooftop pool (High Five) | Outdoor pool and poolside bar (1 outdoor pool listed) |
| Restaurants & bars | Five on-site venues including Seaworthy and rooftop High Five | One main restaurant (Chemin à la Mer), bar and poolside bar listed |
| Spa & wellness | Not published | Full-service spa, massages, facials and treatment rooms |
| Event & meeting space | Over 16,000 sq ft of event space; Barnett Hall 4,000 sq ft; 17 meeting rooms cited | 29,000 sq ft conference space across 9 meeting rooms |
| Accessibility & family policy | Welcomes children of all ages; primary check-in guest must be 21+; accessible rooms available | All ages welcome; check-in min age listed as 18; multiple accessibility features |
| Known for | Restored 1928 Art Deco building, live music venue Good Measure, rooftop views | Riverfront address, polished 5-star service and proximity to Canal Street/Bourbon Street |
| Parking & fees | Valet-only parking (about USD 50/day) plus destination fee reported | Valet parking (surcharge listed; USD 75/night in listing) |
The Barnett sits at 600 Carondelet Street in the Warehouse Arts District, a short walk from museums and the French Quarter.
Choose The Barnett for a neighborhood, museum- and nightlife-forward location with easy streetcar access.
Four Seasons is on Canal Street at 2 Canal Street with direct riverfront proximity and very close access to the Convention Center and casino.
Choose Four Seasons for riverfront convenience and immediate access to Canal Street attractions.
The Barnett offers 234 rooms and suites in a restored Art Deco building with modern amenities.
Expect design-forward rooms with local character and practical family options.
Four Seasons has 341 air-conditioned rooms with tablet computers, LCD TVs and premium bedding.
Expect larger-scale, traditionally finished luxury rooms with many river-view options.
The Barnett has five distinct on-site dining and drinking venues covering casual to formal service.
The Barnett is strong if you want multiple in-house dining choices and a lively rooftop bar scene.
Four Seasons lists Chemin à la Mer as its signature restaurant plus bar and poolside service.
Four Seasons offers fewer on-site outlets but a single polished signature restaurant and bar program.
The Barnett’s rooftop High Five pool is a focal point for guests and locals, open year-round and heated.
Pick The Barnett for a social rooftop pool and bar that’s part of the hotel’s nightlife identity.
Four Seasons features an outdoor pool and poolside bar as part of its full-service luxury offering.
Choose Four Seasons for a classic hotel pool experience tied to wider luxury services and river views.
The Barnett mixes a 24-hour fitness center with near-nightly live music on site.
Good pick if you want late-night live music plus a full gym; spa services on property are not confirmed.
Four Seasons includes a full-service spa and quiet lounges alongside classic luxury nightlife options.
Choose Four Seasons if you want a hotel spa and a more formal evening atmosphere rather than nightclub-style live music.

The Barnett — restored 1928 Art Deco building, neighborhood restaurants, rooftop bar and live music.

Four Seasons Hotel New Orleans — riverfront address, 29,000 sq ft conference space and ballroom facilities.

The Barnett — five distinct dining and drinking venues from seafood cottage to rooftop.

Four Seasons Hotel New Orleans — full-service spa with treatment rooms and a range of services.
If you want to be in a neighborhood with easy walking access to museums and the French Quarter and prefer boutique character, pick The Barnett. If you want riverfront location and traditional 5-star services, pick Four Seasons.
Yes. The Barnett and Four Seasons both welcome children, though The Barnett requires the primary check-in guest to be 21 or older; Four Seasons lists a minimum check-in age of 18.
Four Seasons lists about 29,000 sq ft of conference space; The Barnett offers over 16,000 sq ft with a 4,000 sq ft Barnett Hall.
An on-site named spa could not be confirmed in public sources. Four Seasons does list a full-service spa.
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