The Bar/Lounge at Hyatt Centric French Quarter New Orleans

"" The old Holmes clock, now located in the hotel's Clock Bar, was for decades the favored rendezvous point for tout New Orleanians"

"Batch Bar has more of a lounge vibe than the casual Hard Rock facing Bourbon Street: be sure to try Batch's bacon-infused bourbon Manhattan"

"Ralph Brennan's excellent Red Fish Grill and Batch Lounge is a local favorite for fresh seafood dishes, intimate conversation and authentic New Orleans cocktails"

"Three on-site restaurants, including a Hard Rock Cafe, as well as an upscale bar called Batch (which ages its own bourbon/whiskey and serves it in mini-barrel casks at your table) make this hotel a great choice for those in town for business or pleasure"

"The redesigned air-conditioned guest rooms feature 12-ft ceilings and are quite large (310-325 sq ft) compared to those in other New Orleans hotels, and all have smart new contemporary style with gray and plum-tone accents that barely stand out against the neutral colors"