by Staff

New Orleans Beaches: Are they Nice?

The only time you will be able to see any kind of beach in the city itself is when the Mississippi River gets really low then you can see a beach.   There is a beach out at the lakefront of Lake Pontchartrain. This is an undeveloped area and used to be part of the amusement park Pontchartrain Beach which was demolished in the 1980’s.   There are some nice beaches about an hour away on the Mississippi Gulf Coast where

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The Lakefront

  Lake Pontchartrain is the northern limit of the New Orleans. Out here are numerous excellent restaurants right on the water. This is a place where many citizens like to go and sit and enjoy a lazy morning or afternoon. Here you’ll also find Lakeview, where you see many modern homes, and Bucktown, a popular little area for excellent seafood restaurants.   The lakefront area is one of the newer areas of the city. Much of it was originally swamp that

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Mid City

  You are not likely to find a lot of grandiose homes in the Mid City area. This is mainly a place of middle class families, with more modest homes. But make no mistake many are over a century old and much sought after for their unique New Orleans character. You’ll find wonderful restaurants and the Fair Grounds where we hold the Jazz and Heritage Festival every year. The very beautiful City Park is in this area with the New Orleans

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The Parkview Guesthouse

Check Parkview Guesthouse Availability ⟶ The Park View Guesthouse, offers timeless elegance with superior southern hospitality to make your stay unforgettable! The Park View Historic Hotel is located on St. Charles Avenue, overlooking Audubon Park. Built in 1884 to welcome guests to the famed World International and Cotton Exposition, the Park View is listed on the National Register of Historic Landmarks. Situated in Uptown New Orleans, just steps away from Tulane University and Loyola University, the Park View is convenient to

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The Chloe Hotel

Check Chloe Hotel Availability ⟶   Inspired by the rich history and creative culture of New Orleans, The Chloe Hotel is a renovated 19th-century mansion turned boutique hotel. Just steps from the stunning Garden District, our central location invites guests to enjoy a local’s side of NOLA, while creating an inviting oasis for locals, themselves.   Artfully designed by local decorator and designer Sara Ruffin Costello, the true character of The Chloe is discovered through unlikely details. From hidden bookshelves, to

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The Columns Hotel

Check Columns Hotel Availability ⟶   The Columns is not just an ordinary hotel. Built in 1883 as a private residence, it was converted into a boarding house during World War I. In 1953, a local family turned it into a hotel and the bar on the porch became very popular.   Listed on the National Park Service’s National Register of Historic Places, The Columns has been part of New Orleans long enough that it’s become a landmark in its own right. 

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Pat O’Brien’s

Originally a speakeasy during Prohibition, Pat O’s is housed in a building constructed in 1791. The speakeasy ran until the repeal of Prohibition. (Although in New Orleans no one really stopped drinking.) Pat O’Brien officially opened the bar on December 3, 1933. He developed a friendship with Charlie Cantrell and after many years of fun and lots of poker games, the two men purchased the building that is now home to Pat O’Brien’s Bar at 718 St Peter street. Originally built

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The Pontchartrain Hotel

Check Pontchartrain Hotel Availability ⟶   A GARDEN DISTRICT GEM: The legendary Pontchartrain Hotel reclaims its place as the ne plus ultra classic New Orleans hotel.   Located in the Garden District of New Orleans, adjacent to its charming streetcar route, the Pontchartrain Hotel is a one-of-a-kind full service luxury New Orleans hotel. This historic circa-1927, 14-story architectural gem, provides modern luxurious amenities, minutes away convenience, and old school home away from home attention to all your needs.   A sanctuary

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The Roosevelt Hotel

Check The Roosevelt Hotel Availability ⟶   Recognized worldwide for its grandeur and luxury, The Roosevelt New Orleans has a proud history of delivering impeccable service tailored to each and every guest. Over 125 years after the hotel’s opening the legacy that lives on today.   The hotel is across Canal Street from the French Quarter and is only a hop, skip and a jump away from all the FQ action.   Few hotels can say their history is rooted in

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The Windsor Court Hotel

Check Windsor Court Hotel Availability ⟶   Here is an elegant escape in the heart of a legendary city, Windsor Court Hotel offers the quintessential four-star New Orleans experience. Committed to classic luxury with contemporary comforts, a recent $15 million renovation included modernizations to the property and its 316 guest rooms and suites, all of which offer private balconies or bay windows with Mississippi River or city skyline views.   Onsite amenities at the pet-friendly palace include an on-the-go eatery, fine

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