Apartment with kitchen, steps from Saenger Theatre
Along with a rooftop terrace, this smoke-free aparthotel has a seasonal outdoor pool and concierge services. WiFi in public areas is free. Each apartment provides a flat-screen TV with digital channels, plus a kitchen with a fridge, a stovetop and a dishwasher. 2 bathrooms, an electric kettle and a hairdryer are among the other amenities available to guests. Housekeeping is available on request.
Sonder The Schaeffer offers 38 air-conditioned accommodations with designer toiletries and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Accommodation at this 3.5-star aparthotel has kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, kitchenware and utensils and dishwashers.
Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Housekeeping is provided on request.
Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include a seasonal outdoor pool.
During your stay at Sonder The Schaeffer, you're just a quick walk from Canal Street. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus a rooftop terrace and concierge services. This comfortable aparthotel has 38 apartments. A kitchen and 2 bathrooms are available in each apartment.
Each apartment offers a kitchen, 2 bathrooms and a flat-screen TV
Free Wi-Fi in some public areas
Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool
Amenities include a lift and a rooftop terrace
Steps from Saenger Theatre and 3 minutes on foot from Canal Street
Sonder The Schaeffer offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace, and concierge services. WiFi is free in public spaces.
This 3.5-star New Orleans aparthotel is smoke free.
Languages
English, French, Spanish
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Seasonal outdoor pool
Internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
No on-site parking available
Family friendly
Free cot
Kitchen
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Hob
Bathroom
2 private bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Entertainment
40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
Streaming services
Outdoor areas
Outdoor furniture
Rooftop terrace
Comfort
Air conditioning
Pets
Service animals only (pets not allowed)
Suitability/Accessibility
Lift
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Concierge services
Housekeeping (on request)
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
38 units
Housekeeping (on request)
Individual furnishings
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with special check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
Guests are recommended to download the property's Sonder mobile app before check-in
Access methods
Access code, private entrance
Pets
No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots (infant beds)!
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Cleaning/housekeeping/linen are available for an additional fee
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property does not have a front desk. Prior to arrival, guests must complete online registration with the property via a secure link. Guests will be asked to provide the property with a copy of their government-issued photo ID before arrival.
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email before arrival with check-in information and an access code. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance. Guests are recommended to download the property's Sonder mobile app before check-in.
We should mention
The seasonal pool will open on 31 May and close on 30 September.
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
Property is also known as
Sonder The Schaeffer Orleans
Sonder The Schaeffer Aparthotel
Sonder The Schaeffer New Orleans
Sonder The Schaeffer Aparthotel New Orleans
Sonder The Schaeffer Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 135 out of 226 reviews
10 - Excellent
135
Rating 8 - Good. 55 out of 226 reviews
8 - Good
55
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 226 reviews
6 - Okay
23
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 226 reviews
4 - Poor
9
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 226 reviews
2 - Terrible
4
9.2/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
ASHLEY
15 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Perfect place, would stay again
This was a perfect place to stay since we always seemed to have left overs the fridge and oven came in handy. Bed was super comfortable and a fantastic location.
Loved the renovations with very high ceilings, decor, everything you need in a kitchen, very comfortable beds/bedding, location, living room area, private bath in one bedroom and second bath for two other bedrooms, washer-dryer in unit, and keypad entry to both entry and room.
elizabeth
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
6/10 Okay
Christopher
Travelled with family
31 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The good...excellent communication, location, and comfort. The Sonder app was great, I was able to chat with a representative in real time and everyone that I interacted with was so helpful and understanding. The beds were very comfortable, huge plus, and the location was excellent if you want to access the FQ but don't want to be in the FQ. I was also able to easily walk to watch the Pelicans and Saints play in their respective adjacent stadiums.
The bad...our key pad didn't work properly and it took 20-50 times before the keypad accepted our room code. It was apparently due to the keypad going off line. This part was the worst as it took my family and I 15-30 minutes of trying to get the keypad to work every single time we wanted to get into the room. There was some intense moments of my kids needing to use the restroom and me stressing to open the door. It was also annoying having to get up late at night to let someone in when they came in late. After 5 days we were given a key FOB but that was after me expressing multiple times how unpleasant it is not to have a functioning keypad. The other bad was that there were nails sticking up from the floor in a few spots and we now have a few socks with holes in them from a snag. Last bad note was that the faucet in the bathrooms barely extend into the sink so washing your hands and face was not easy.
Overall, I would stay again and recommend but if Sonder reads this please fix these small but essential flaws!
Three bedroom was perfect for us. Walkable to French Quarter but in quiet area. Plenty to do close by and nice bar in lobby.
Walter
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Chris
Travelled with family
30 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Great Deal for the Price. Nearby weekly Parking
This was pretty much a perfect location that's close to everything. The French Quarters was very walkable. Lots of restaurants (touristy but convenient). There's a weekly parking ramp DIRECTLY across the street. We booked for parking with in/out privileges for a huge savings . pmsiparking.com Can't beat that. Works great for small suvs or cars. Kinda tight for a bigger truck. 6'4" clearance.
We booked the 3 BR 2 BA apartment. We're impressed by how nicely done and clean it was. Each room and livingroom had it's own AC unit. Kinda have to figure out how to use it when you get there. Once it's set it's great.
Great Kichen area with Range, Oven, Microwave and Coffee maker.
The Apt is reachable through the Bar entrance 24/7. They close up the bar after hours. You're given a 6 digit code that opens your Apt door, door to common hall and external building after hours. The Sonder app can open them but the external keypads work better with fingering than the app. Walls were fairly thin but neighbors on this trip were quite quiet.
We did check out the small pool area. Looked like a great gathering place it was in July vs December.
The area in general was fine. There were panhandlers and vagrants but they never bothered us.
We loved the apartment. Everything was nice. The only issue we had was the thermostats not working. After reaching out the issue was fixed and everything was fine
Shelbi
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kirit
Travelled with group
23 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Overall a great experience! Rooms, common area were very clean and comfortable... kitchen was well stacked with good!
Will surely return again.
Kirit
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Christie
Travelled with group
21 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Christie
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Angela, Courtenay
Travelled with group
18 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
As a group of 5, we found the space clean and beds all very comfortable. The decor and dining furniture need to be updated and/or replaced. The dining chairs literally need repair as the backs fell apart.
The location was excellent and lots of easy access to the French Quarter, restaurants, music and shopping.
The service(texts)was great when we had any questions, fast and easy.
The room could use extra pillow and a couch blanket for cooler nights.
Overall the room was comfortable and fit our needs. Thank you.
My only complaint is the lack of soundproofing between units. Easy to hear snoring of a neighbor and also if the area outside the building is loud this will be easily conducted into your unit. Otherwise we loved the place.
Absolutely an amazing stay .. close to everything walking … beds are so so comfortable… hotel was the best part of the stay
lorrie
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
6/10 Okay
Robert
Travelled with family
12 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Key pad needs to be replaced. Frustrating for everyone trying to enter the property.
Limited furnishings. Bedrooms too small to walk around the bed without banging leg into side of bed.
Robert
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
6/10 Okay
David
Business traveller
8 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Location and communication great. Layout good. Plumbing fixtures loose. Shower doors leak. Cheap, uncomfortable furniture throughout.
Neighbors upstairs from us had a melee with screaming, abusive language, and a lot of crashing around, on our first night after midnight. With no desk staff or security, we didn't know how to address the issue.
Entry through the first floor lounge was a weird vibe. People hanging out at all hours it was open. That felt unsecure as well. Might be a New Orleans thing.
David
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
Travelled with family
6 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, room comfort
The microwave stopped working but there was an immediate response on the app Chat and the was fixed.
The number of bath linens was inadequte for a 3 bedrm. 5 person reservation, a chat brought more the next morning.
On our 3rd and 4th night the upstairs apt. was very noisy. like someone , kids? running, banging well after 10:00 Pm quiet time. after midnight.one night. I was reluctant to report at the time fearing retribution (?) from the occupants. That is on me, so I would suggest other report this type of problem. The 3 bedroom 2 bath on the edge of the French quarter is hard to find and the cost was reasonable with a common area to spend time with the group.
The property was clean and the apartment met our needs but the malodorous smells in the elevator and hallways were a bit off putting. If those issues were removed, I would give an excellent rating.
Had a great time - walking distance from Bourbon Street but away from the chaos. Fantastic apartment with very comfortable beds.
Would highly recommend