Fodor's Expert Review Windsor Court Hotel

Located just four blocks from the French Quarter, this elegant luxury hotel has plenty of upscale amenities—think plush carpeting, marble vanities, and well-appointed dressing areas set in spacious guest rooms. But it's not just the rooms that make a stay here such a treat. The Grill Room's dishes are renowned, and Le Salon serves a decadent afternoon tea. The Polo Club Lounge has one of the best martini menus to be found anywhere, as well as a selection of imaginative appetizers and live jazz music. The heated outdoor pool, full-service spa, and glass-enclosed gym make it difficult to leave such a refined cocoon. When you do opt to explore, the hotel is within easy walking distance of the riverfront and fabulous shopping options.