Kimpton Hotel Fontenot

For an authentic celebration in The Big Easy, Kimpton Hotel Fontenot, located in downtown New Orleans, Louisiana, is here to welcome you like a local. With stunning interior decor, delicious cuisine, committed staff, and various local amenities, you will have everything you need for a successful wedding.

Facilities and Capacity

Besides ceremonies and receptions, Hotel Fontenot can host a number of other celebratory events, including rehearsal dinners, birthdays, anniversaries, holiday parties, and more. The venue boasts a stylish contemporary aesthetic that is sure to wow guests. With a maximum capacity of 400 guests across 235 comfortable rooms and suites, you and your loved ones will be set to enjoy New Orleans.

Prepare for your day in one of the luxurious suites and then grab a cup of coffee—or something slightly stronger—at ‘Gospel Coffee and Boozy Treats’ before exploring the history and stories that ring through the streets of the French Quarter. By night, sip an elaborate cocktail in Peacock Room, a bright and lively addition to New Orleans’ nightlife. Peacock Room and King Brasserie are also available for private welcome receptions, rehearsal dinners, afterparties, and farewell brunches.

Historic 1844 Building

With the unveiling of The Historic 1844 Building in Spring 2023, weddings, galas, and meetings alike will be set against the backdrop of old New Orleans meets elevated remodeling and styling. Canray Ballroom, with its beautiful chandeliers, exposed brick walls, and elegant carpet, is the perfect blank canvas for any special event, while the newly refurbished outdoor terrace allows the opportunity for a wedding ceremony, cocktail hour, or reception while overlooking downtown New Orleans and enjoying the Mississippi River breeze.

Services Offered

Hotel Fontenot offers an award-winning culinary team, led by Chef Samuel Peery, along with a variety of wedding packages that will cater to your budget and requirements.