NEW ORLEANS – From relaxing, tropical oasis’ to poolside DJs and frozen cocktails, below are some NOLA spots to bask in the sun and dip in the pool:
- An ideal reprieve from the Louisiana heat, the Hotel Monteleone’s rooftop pool and sundeck offers guests picturesque views of the French Quarter skyline and lounge chairs for soaking up the sun. The Acqua Bella Poolside Bar offers refreshing beverages including frozen cocktails and light bites like a New Orleans Style Lucky Dog, Cesar Salad, Ice Cream Sandwiches and more. Access to the pool is reserved exclusively for hotel guests so taking advantage of special summer rates and booking a staycation is the way to do it!
- Located on Bourbon Street, The Royal Sonesta New Orleans’ outdoor pool is one of the largest in the French Quarter, boasting a lush tropical courtyard and poolside bar. Sonesta Sundays kick off May 12 in partnership with Bacardi, where every Sunday throughout the summer hotel guests and locals can enjoy tunes from a live DJ and specialty drink offerings from the beloved rum brand. Non-hotel guests can purchase a discounted pool pass on Eventbrite.
- Soaring 11 stories above downtown New Orleans, guests can dive into relaxation in the Aloft New Orleans Downtown’s spacious outdoor Splash Pool while listening to the Crescent City’s famed jazz melodies and admiring views of downtown.
- Situated in a secluded courtyard, the pool at the Hyatt Centric French Quarter New Orleans is equipped with lounge chairs, umbrellas and an outdoor bar where guests can relax and recharge. Non-hotel guests can purchase a day pass on ResortPass.
- A boutique hotel in the French Quarter, Bienville House’s courtyard is a sunlit sanctuary trimmed with wrought-iron balconies, lush greenery and a heated saltwater swimming pool, offering an intimate oasis for a peaceful pool day. Pool access is reserved for hotel guests, but affordable summer rates make a staycation the perfect solution.
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