New Orleans, Louisiana, is often thought of as a playground for adults. Some people may not realize that the city offers numerous family-friendly activities, such as a children's museum, zoo and insectarium. When traveling with kids, families may look for specific amenities in a hotel, from large rooms to kid-friendly programs. New Orleans is home to several hotels that are good for children.
The Embassy Suites Hotel is in New Orleans' Arts and Warehouse District, offering 346 two-room suites and 24 standard rooms. Some suites sleep up to six people and feature cable TV, an alarm clock, a dining area, refrigerator and microwave. Each morning your family can dine on a free, cooked-to-order breakfast. The property includes an outdoor pool, sun deck, gift shop and fitness center. Guests also have access to a racquetball and health club two blocks from the hotel.
The Embassy Suites Hotel
315 Julia St.
New Orleans, LA 70130
504-525-1993
embassyneworleans.com
Loews Hotel of New Orleans aims at creating stress-free vacations for families. The Loews Loves Kids program offers kids clubs, camps and entertainment. Each child receives a Fisher-Price toy as a welcome gift. Child care can be arranged through the concierge. All accommodations are two-room suites and include a CD player, hair dryer, natural bath products, coffeemaker, minibar, on-demand movies, high-speed Internet access and two phone lines. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are available at an on-site restaurant. Guests can take advantage of the indoor swimming pool, complete with "kidbanas," a fitness center, spa, laundry service and valet parking.
Loews New Orleans Hotel
300 Poydras St.
New Orleans, LA 70130
504-595-3300
loewshotels.com
The Sheraton New Orleans is within walking distance of Bourbon Street in the French Quarter. Kid-friendly features include in-room video games, a swimming pool and cribs/rollaway beds. The 1,110 guest rooms include high-speed Internet access, coffeemaker, hair dryer, iron, ironing board and cable TV. Rooms with refrigerators are available on request. For families needing extra space, club rooms and suites are offered. Room service is available 24 hours a day. Guests have access to a laundry service, gift shop, two restaurants, a business center and sun deck.
Sheraton New Orleans Hotel
500 Canal St.
New Orleans, LA 70130
504-525-2500
sheratonneworleans.com
