3. The Biggest Hotel Fitness Room in New Orleans. End-stop. Okay, so most people do not go to The Big Easy to work out but if you, like Bridey, require regular cardio to stay sane (and like to watch The Real Housewives while you get your sweat on), then you will LOVE the Royal Sonesta's very recently remodeled fitness facility with more than 10 ellipticals, treadmills, and standing and recumbent bikes, all equipped with personal televisions.