NEW ORLEANS – Kimpton Hotel Fontenot is marking its five-year anniversary, celebrating half a decade of immersive guest experiences, community connection, and creative programming.
Launched in the midst of the global pandemic on May 11, 2021, Hotel Fontenot didn’t just open its doors, it became the social heartbeat of the neighborhood. The team shares the hotel has earned recognition as a top destination in the city, including consecutive placements in the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards since 2023, the TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Award in 2025, and being named one of the Best Hotels in New Orleans by the MICHELIN Guide in 2025, further establishing it as a cultural anchor.
Signature moments over the past five years include “Da Love Birds” at Peacock Room, featuring local music icon Robin Barnes each Thursday; immersive seasonal fashion pop-ups and runway-style experiences by local artist Zay Morris; and experiential workshops such as “Pottery & Pours” at King Brasserie and “Puppies & Pilates” on the Terrace. The hotel has also hosted a number of buzzworthy, over-the-top pop-ups, including its tattoo partnership with Tiny Zaps, further reinforcing its role as a creative hub offering unexpected, memorable experiences and attracting travelers from around the world seeking a one-of-a-kind NOLA-inspired tattoo.
Ongoing programming continues to build on this foundation, including Peacock Room’s “Down to Flock” Peacock Brunch, King Brasserie’s “Two Buck Shuck,” and weekly Wine Down Wednesday, each offering guests recurring, locally inspired experiences that keep the property’s social and culinary energy evolving year-round.
Hotel Fontenot’s culinary offerings have also garnered acclaim, from the stylish, moody Peacock Room to the refined French-inspired King Brasserie and the warm, cozy Gospel Coffee + Boozy Treats café, offering guests a full spectrum of experiences under one roof. Notably, King Brasserie has earned recognition from prestigious organizations including Wine Spectator, underscoring the hotel’s commitment to exceptional dining and hospitality.
Anniversary No. 5 Overnight Package
This celebratory experience pays homage to the hotel’s community-first spirit while offering guests a thoughtfully curated stay layered with meaningful, personal touches, from a handwritten in-room poem penned by General Manager Jesseca Malecki as “words from the hotel’s soul,” to a continued commitment to long-standing local partnerships the hotel has supported since opening. These include The Roots of Music, with a $5 donation given back from every booking, as well as a special overnight giveaway for a member’s family. From year five and beyond, Hotel Fontenot and The Roots of Music continue to bring their partnership full circle, maintaining the same spirit of giving that has defined their relationship since opening. At its heart, the package reflects Hotel Fontenot’s ongoing dedication to its guests, its local community, and the culture of New Orleans.
The package includes:
- For every booking, a $5 donation to The Roots of Music, a New Orleans-based nonprofit dedicated to empowering local youth through music education and mentorship
- A Champagne welcome amenity
- A special in-room poem by the hotel’s General Manager—from her heart to yours
- A surprise-and-delight branded anniversary gift
- A complimentary dessert of your choice at King Brasserie with any dinner reservation
- A $5 mini bar credit to grab-and-go one of your favorite snacks
“It’s a true honor to be celebrating five years of Hotel Fontenot,” said Jesseca Malecki, general manager. “This anniversary is a celebration of the people, artists, and community that have shaped Hotel Fontenot into what it is today, and beyond that, the incredible team behind it all. We’re proud to continue creating meaningful experiences that reflect the energy and creativity of New Orleans for our guests, and to keep building on that for years to come.”
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