Thursday, March 24, 2011

Lake resorts near new orleans

Lake resorts near new orleans


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The massive Lake Pontchartrain rests in southern Louisiana- the historic town of New Orleans borders the lake's southern shores. Though New Orleans is a tourist friendly city filled with jazz music, Creole cooking and a lively art culture, most resorts in and near the town don't focus solely on the lake. However, a selection of New Orleans resorts lie within a 20-minute drive to all the attractions on the lake's shores.

  1. Quarter House Resort

    • Located in New Orleans' famous French Quarter, the Quarter House Resort is just over seven miles from the shores of Lake Pontchartrain and attractions such as Lake Oaks Park. According to the resort's official website, the Quarter House offers vacation ownership--or timesharing--options, allowing vacationers to own property without the need to maintain it, giving them the option to save money by swapping with other seasonal guests. Conversely, guests may choose one-to-five night stays. This five-star resort boasts such amenities as full furnishings, complete kitchens, walk-in showers, televisions, DVD players and Jacuzzi tubs. Guests enjoy an onsite swimming pool, a courtyard, maid and concierge services, phone service and laundry facilities. The resort serves complimentary continental breakfast on weekends, in addition to a free wine and cheese party on Wednesday evenings. If vacationers tire of the lake, the shores of the Mississippi are within walking distance of the resort. The Quarter House accepts reservations online- rates vary depending on season and the size of the room.

      The Quarter House Resort

      129 Rue Chartes

      New Orleans, LA 70130

      504-523-5906

      quarterhouse.com

    Wyndham La Belle Maison

    • The Wyndham La Belle Maision resort in New Orleans is a little more than seven miles to Lakeshore Drive and West End Park on the shores of Lake Pontchartrain. This Big Easy resort--in the Warehouse District only two blocks from the French Quarter--offers urban-style lodgings in the converted building of the historic Franklin Printing Company. Onsite amenities include an outdoor saltwater spa, exercise equipment, massage therapy, a sauna and laundry options. In addition to lake activities, nearby attractions include tennis, fishing, shopping, gambling, golfing and live entertainment. Wyndham offers studios as well as one- or two-bedroom units. Rates and availability vary- make reservations online.

      Wyndham La Belle Maison

      515 Gravier St.

      New Orleans, LA 70130

      866-430-9932

      extraholidays.com

    Astor Crowne Plaza

    • Only six miles from lakefront attractions such as Tourmaline Park and the five parks surrounding St. Pius X Church, the Astor Crowne Plaza on the border of New Orleans' French Quarter rests at the junction of the famous Canal and Bourbon streets. Outside of the lake, guests will find easy access to Harrahs Casino, the Aquarium of the Americans, Jackson Square and shopping on the Mississippi riverfront. Amenities at the Astor Crown include balcony dining, three ballrooms, D. Brennan's Restaurant, a seafood bar, a rooftop pool, a fitness center, a lounge bar and an executive bar. Rates vary by room and season and reservations may be made online.

      Astor Crowne Plaza

      739 Canal St. at Bourbon

      New Orleans, LA 70130

      888-891-9563

      astorneworleans.com


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