What's more fun than a heated outdoor pool? One with LED lights and a waterfall.

Warm, gooey cinnamon rolls at the complimentary hot breakfast make our morning.

4-year restoration transformed this historic church, schoolhouse, rectory and convent into an incredible boutique escape.

Interiors of this historic French Quarter gem toe the line between classic & contemporary. Amenities are on point too, of course.

Tucked under the been-there-forever oaks along Esplanade Avenue, steps from Frenchmen Street (the locals’ Bourbon Street).

Name doesn't lie: all rooms are indeed suites, with comfy beds and fully-equipped kitchens.

Warm, gooey cinnamon rolls at the complimentary hot breakfast make our morning.

Super friendly stay off I-12 with dozens of businesses, shops and restaurants in the area.

Throws in a free breakfast, on the house.

Beautifully renovated historic Creole Victorian is all hanging ferns, wrought iron and balconies – built around 2 grotto-style pools. (Freestyle away.)

Small-town atmosphere near the big city – and also a short drive to the Space Center.

Attractive hotel by the airport, reachable via the free shuttle.

Just off I-10, only a 15-min drive to the French Quarter.

Warm, gooey cinnamon rolls at the complimentary hot breakfast make our morning.

Just off I-10, you can zoom to downtown and the French Quarter in 15 min.