5 Stunning Corporate Retreat Locations in New Orleans in 2024
New Orleans, known for its iconic jazz music, the famous Mardi Gras, and charming southern culture, it’s a place that is excellent for holding corporate retreats.
It offers top benefits as an off-site retreat location with spacious venues and lots of team-building activities, from an evening jazz boat cruise after a day of catching up with your colleagues, to a French Quarter scavenger hunt to test your team's history knowledge.
To help you plan your New Orleans corporate retreat, we'll be going over our five top corporate retreat picks chosen by our specialist TeamOut trip designers and discuss why this location can make an excellent corporate retreat destination for your team.
For those who want a more luxurious corporate retreat, welcome to the Four Seasons Hotel New Orleans.
Nestled by the Mississippi River and located strategically in the French Quarter the Four Seasons Hotel NOLA is a gateway to explore all the major attractions in the city.
There is plenty to check out nearby such as the popular Drago’s seafood restaurant or even try out the NOLA escape room, just a 6-minute walk away.
The hotel itself is one of the newest buildings in the city, it offers refined rooms equipped with modern amenities and breathtaking river views, with a riverwalk located just behind the hotel.
Ideal for large teams seeking luxury, its suites with living rooms and upgraded features are perfect for hosting gatherings or break-out sessions.
The on-site Chandelier bar for sipping a martini and Miss River restaurant will make you not want to leave the hotel!
Stunning view of the Mississippi River on the rooftop poolside
✅ What makes it unique
Proximity to key attractions such as Vue Orleans and Jackson Square
Omni Royal Orleans is an excellent mix of elegance and old classic culture located just in the intersection between St. Louis and Royal Streets. The foot traffic may be busier around this area, but the hotel still feels secluded enough for business.
You will find spacious meeting spaces like the large ballroom Grand Salon Complex and Vieux Carré Complex which are ideal for medium-sized teams.
The rooms themselves are decorated with French and Creole decor, with French doors overlooking the courtyard or iron balconies with a view of St. Louis.
It should be noted that the standard rooms in this hotel are petite rooms, around 175 square feet, so smaller than a standard luxury hotel room, but perfect for the charm.
It has a high-quality restaurant on-site named The Rib Room as well as the Touché Bar for light snacks and meetings.
If you're looking for that classic NOLA feel but with excellent service/ambiance and proximity to attractions such as Bourbon Street or the streetcars at Toulouse Station, this is the right pick for your corporate retreat.
Another cool rumor about this hotel is that Hugh Hefner used to stay there for the Mardi Gras festival (pretty cool, right?).
Part of the Unbound Collection by Hyatt, Eliza Jane makes history come alive.
It was converted from four warehouses; the Daily Picayune newspaper, Gulf Baking Soda company, Peters Cartridge shop, and Peychaud Bitters factory, and keeps reference to them through its design.
The rooms are cute and quaint, with very stylish decor.
For those companies wanting to mix work with leisure effectively, the Eliza Jane provides both breakout spaces for discussions in the attractive Press Room bar or the beautiful outdoor terrace and has easy access to relaxed group outings like live music events or the Clue Carre which is NOLA’s first live escape room.
The Couvant French restaurant is raved about at this hotel for breakfast too. Its only drawback is the lack of a pool.
Overall, if you're looking for incredible architecture and culture, The Eliza Jane is a great location for your retreat.
The newest gem in the French Quarter's crown is One11 Hotel located on Iberville Street.
This hotel is designed with earthy colors and gold accents blending with the bustling vibe of NOLA.
It stands out as an ideal spot for teams who want to be close to nearby attractions with the famed Cafe Du Monde just a 10-minute walk away in the French Market and the Aquarium of the Americas only a 5-minute stroll away.
Here you’ll find everything needed for meetings with suite rooms available, a lounge, a rooftop terrace, and places for downtime with a heated rooftop swimming pool. There is included access to the Canal Place fitness center, only a 3-minute walk away too.
We would say the One 11 is best for smaller team corporate retreats who want to be in the city but are still tucked away.
Architecture at one11
✅ Why choose One11
Modern meeting spaces amidst historic surroundings
Last but not least is the Ace Hotel. This hotel channels NOLA’s soulful vibe, located within the Warehouse District, an area well-known for melding arts with enterprise.
It’s the place to be if you want the NOLA jazz vibe, with a music venue located on the same street and just a bike ride away from the lively Bywater and Marigny neighborhoods.
It has plenty of spacious areas for team meetings such as the rooftop area, dining room, and green room. The rooms are very comfy and tastefully decorated.
Entertainment will not go amiss in this hotel, with different musicians and bands showing up regularly, plus a cozy coffee shop on-site for some morning java.
It’s an ideal choice if you want to give your team a creative boost.
Bar area at Ace Hotel New Orleans
✅ Perfect for
Creative brainstorming sessions
Networking against a backdrop of cultural heritage
Modern art and jazz vibes
Must Do Team-Building Activities In New Orleans
Of course, location, venue, and accommodation are the most important factors when planning your corporate retreat in New Orleans.
But, so is what you're going to do with your time.
We’ve listed some essential team-building activity ideas to consider in your agenda below that we feel you wouldn’t want to miss out on.
Clue Carre (First live escape room in NOLA.
Explore the French Quarter and Garden District.
Swamp boat ride and plantation tour.
Walking food tours.
NOLA ghost tour.
Evening jazz cruise.
Frenchmen Street for classic music.
Historical site viewing at Jackson Square, St. Louis Cathedral, and the National WWII Museum.
Want to Plan Your Next Offsite in New Orleans? Ask Our Experts
Planning a corporate retreat in New Orleans can seem quite overwhelming at first.
The city has a very rich culture, from vibrant music scenes to world-renowned cuisine, the options are endless. And that’s why at TeamOut, we make it simple for you.
We’ve explored this iconic city for various team-building activities and corporate events plus have firsthand insights that will ensure your company retreat meets the goals you want to achieve and most importantly, is enjoyable.
TeamOut specializes in bringing these experiences to life without any hassle on your part.
We have a team of retreat planning experts who offer end-to-end solutions tailored specifically to your needs and budget.
From booking the perfect venue, making custom activities that resonate with your company culture, and ensuring every detail is covered.
With TeamOut you can:
Enjoy access to exclusive retreat locations and deals across New Orleans at unbeatable prices.
Benefit from customized activity agendas that boost creativity and team spirit (no back-to-back workshops or boring trust falls - we promise!).
Rely on our seamless organization that covers every detail, from catering options tailored to everyone's needs or unique entertainment choices.
Ready to start planning? Book a free call with one of our experts today! Let us help you organize an event that’ll be talked about long after it’s over.
Thomas Mazimann, a French entrepreneur and former international kayaking athlete, transitioned from sports to tech after moving to the U.S. He co-founded TeamOut, revolutionizing team gatherings.
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