The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel is a beacon of New Orleans hospitality located just steps away from the French Quarter.

Located a short distance from the city’s vibrant French Quarter, The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel has been a beacon of luxury and hospitality since 1893. When guests step foot inside the elegant Grand Dame Hotel, they are instantly transported back in time. The interior features extravagant details including gilding, marble, and chandeliers while the guest rooms and suites are outfitted with contemporary amenities and rich, warm decor.

The restored landmark is also home to The Waldorf Astoria Spa, a luxurious oasis known for its exceptional service and serene ambiance. The spa’s team of experts are committed to proving personalized spa journeys for each guest and the extensive treatment menu offers a wide variety of services ranging from massages and body treatments to hair, makeup, and nails.

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The spa also recently unveiled a new Recovery Lounge and Contrast Therapy program which merges cutting-edge technology with restorative practices. The Contrast Therapy Lounge has two infrared saunas and a cold plunge tub, while the Recover Lounge includes four Mind Sync Anti-Gravity Loungers with complements such as KNESKO collagen masks, red light therapy masks, and Smart Goggles.

We chatted with Jill Haidler, Spa Director of The Waldorf Astoria Spa at The Roosevelt New Orleans, who shared more information about the spa’s amenities, treatments to try, and more.

Displaying over 130 years of grandeur, the Grand Dame hotel invites guests to step back in time.

Why You’ll Love It: Guests frequently commend the Waldorf Astoria Spa for its exceptional service and tranquil ambiance. Many highlight the professionalism and skill of the therapists, noting personalized treatments that cater to individual needs. The serene environment offers a peaceful retreat from the city’s lively and party-like atmosphere.

The hotel’s rooms and suites feature contemporary amenities and rich, warm decor.

Key Features: The spa offers a comprehensive range of amenities designed for relaxation and rejuvenation, including:

Treatment Rooms. Private spaces for various therapies, including couples massages, etc.
Contrast Therapy. Saunas and Cold Plunges to detoxify and relax. Known to boost physical performance, decrease inflammation, sharpen mental focus, and improve sleep, contrast therapy is ideal for those seeking renewal and rejuvenation.
Relaxation Lounge. Mindsync Loungers (zero gravity) that offer harmonic meditation, red light therapy, pneumonic compression therapy (with boots) and vibroacoustic sound therapy for pre- or post-treatment unwinding. There’s a handful of enhancements to the Mindsync Lounger, including SmartGoggles providing eye and temple massages designed to relieve eyestrain and energizing Knesko collagen face and eye masks. This self-guided journey features advanced wellness technologies tailored to individual needs to enhance recovery, reduce stress, and restore vitality.
Fitness Center and Rooftop Pool Access. Spa guests can utilize the hotel’s fitness center and rooftop pool deck during spa hours.
Locker Rooms. Equipped with personal lockers and showers for guest convenience.

The Waldorf Astoria Spa is a luxury oasis and one of the most sought-after spas in the South.

Insider Tip: To fully enjoy the spa’s amenities, it’s advisable to arrive at least 30 minutes before your scheduled treatment. Valet parking is complimentary, so this allows ample time to relax pool side or use of the Contrast Therapy or Recovery Lounge, setting the stage for a more immersive and calming experience.

Bonus: Guests are often pleasantly surprised by the complimentary beverages offered post-treatment, such as champagne or mimosas, enhancing the overall relaxation experience.

Guests can spend time in the spa’s tranquil relaxation lounge before and after their treatments.

Snacks Served: While specific offerings may vary, the spa typically provides light refreshments such as infused water, herbal teas, and fresh fruit. These options aim to promote hydration and well-being during your visit.

The spa’s team of experts are committed to providing personalized spa journeys for each guest.

Splurge Treatment: The spa’s signature Vitality Massage is a stand-out indulgence in New Orleans. This personalized 80-minute rejuvenating massage merges artistry and wellness, tailored to each guest’s needs, and is unique to the Waldorf Astoria Spa.

Enter to the soft scent of our custom perfume blend which transports you to calm, followed by a rhythmic massage, inspired by the bayou’s calming pace, which soothes the body. Warmed stones are then applied to target tension and revitalize muscles, while a locally sourced sugarcane scrub and reflexology foot massage relieve aches and restore balance.

Complete the experience with gentle chimes, grounding you in the city’s natural beauty and rich musical heritage, leaving you refreshed and rejuvenated.

Infrared Saunas are among the new offerings at the spa’s new Recovery Lounge and Contrast Therapy program.

Insider’s Favorite: While individual preferences vary, many guests and staff alike recommend The Diamond Experience Facial. This luxurious facial slows aging while locking in lasting moisture, leaving your skin feeling youthful and fresh. Dramatically reverse premature aging while increasing firmness and elasticity that will smooth fine lines, rejuvenate and rehydrate your skin.

The Recovery Lounge also includes zero-gravity loungers with offerings such as harmonic medication featuring vibroacoustic sound therapy.

Most Unique Treatment: The CBD Detox Mud Wrap is a distinctive offering that fuses the therapeutic benefits of CBD with a detoxifying mud wrap, aiming to soothe muscles and gently cleanse and illuminate the skin.

With its organic blend of ingredients from earth and sea, this specially-formulated mud wrap combines CBD, coffee, and Himalayan salt scrub with a mask made from moor mud, olive green clay and lavender oil, finished with an ultra-rich CBD creme leaving your skin hydrated and your body restored. This treatment is 80 minutes.

The Contrast Therapy program also includes a cold plunge.

Featured Products: The spa utilizes high-quality skincare and beauty products from renowned brands, including Natura Bisse and Comfort Zone, ensuring effective and luxurious treatments.

For more information about The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel, visit their website. Follow on Instagram: @therooseveltneworleans

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