The Pool at Bienville House

"Take your continental breakfast around the pool rather than in the blah breakfast room"

"The pool and proximity to the aquarium and other family-friendly attractions make this a good choice for travelers with kids in tow"

"Stand-out features include four sun decks, an outdoor heated saltwater pool and lush courtyard area, along with comfortable rooms with niceties like 300-thread-count bedding and wrought-iron balconies"

"The wrought-iron balconies that ring the tiled lobby give way to a lovely courtyard with swimming pool; interior period design matches the promise of the Federal-meets-French-Creole exterior"

"The prize here is the Penthouse suite at 850 sq ft, which has a whirlpool tub and a big balcony overlooking the street"