Wanting to relax is something very natural for many of us. Of course, when we want the real concept of relaxation, it is best if we go someplace where we can totally unwind and leave all our stress and worries behind. And one of the best ways to do this is to stay at great hotels.

When in the area of Louisiana, it would be good news to say that there are great hotels in downtown New Orleans. Here are some fast pointers that can help you arrange a stay at the most relaxing downtown hotels in New Orleans.

When we say Downtown New Orleans, we are actually referring to the places along the Mississippi River. This includes Canal Street, the French Quarter, Bywater, Treme Faubourg Marigny, 9th Ward and other neighborhoods.

Downtown New Orleans Map

http://www.atneworleans.com/body/map-downtown.htm

Downtown New Orleans Official Website

http://www.neworleansdowntown.com/site.php

When searching for the most relaxing downtown hotels in New Orleans, be sure that you take a number of considerations in mind.

First, consider your budget in relation to the number of days you will be staying at the hotel. Long stays can often be had at cheaper rates. Bigger groups can also allow you to enjoy lower prices.

Comprehensive List of Downtown New Orleans Hotels

http://new.orleans.hotelguide.net/hl1dt.htm

Second, think of the amenities that you want to enjoy so you can easily categorize the form of relaxation you can get. Are you looking for a hotel spa, country club style accommodations, a massage package or others?

Information from Best New Orleans Hotels Website

http://www.bestneworleanshotels.com/

Of course, a relaxing stay at downtown New Orleans would not be complete without great dining. It would be good to research on the great dining spots and restaurants as well as on the best tourist spots to visit.

List of New Orleans Downtown Restaurants

http://new.orleans.diningguide.com/dl1dt.htm

New Orleans Night Gimmick Guide

http://new.orleans.nightguide.com/nl1dt.htm

There are a number of great hotels located in the city of New Orleans having a variety of features and amenities. Mentioned below are some of the fine hotels in New Orleans along with their room rates.

Sheraton New Orleans Hotel

http://www.sheratonneworleans.com

The 49 storey Sheraton hotel is located in New Orleans's Canal Street. It has room rates starting from $ 79 per night.

Marriott New Orleans

http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/msyla-new-orleans-marriott

This twin tower hotel is located on the corner of French Quarter on Bourbon Street. The room rates of the hotel start from $ 84 per night.

Royal Sonesta hotel

http://www.sonesta.com/ROYALNEWORLEANS

The hotel is located along the lively Bourbon Street in the French quarter and has room rates starting from $ 109 per night.

Country Inn & Suites

http://www.countryinns.com/neworleansla

This 5 storied hotel is located 3 blocks form the Bourbon Street and prices of the rooms start form $ 79 per night.

Intercontinental New Orleans

http://www.new-orleans.intercontinental.com

This 4 star rated hotel is located 2 blocks from the French Quarter in the heart of New Orleans. The room rates at this hotel start from $ 79 per night.

The Inn on Bourbon Ramada Plaza Hotel

http://www.innonbourbon.com

The hotel is located in one of the busiest corners of Bourbon Street in New Orleans. You can book rooms at this hotel starting from $89 per night.

To book New Orleans hotel rooms at some of the best hotels in the city you can visit the following websites:

http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotels-g60864-New_Orleans_Louisiana-Hotels.html

http://www.expedia.com/NewOrleans-Hotels.d178292.Travel-Guide-Hotels

http://www.neworleansfinehotels.com/

http://www.planetware.com/new-orleans-hotels.htm

http://www.neworleanshotelstoday.com/

The Pontchartrain Hotel is named after one of the courtiers of Louis XVI. The hotel having been launched in 1927 made a continuation of the vibrancy that characterized this area of the New Orleans. The community grew out of the Lake Pontchartrain and has seen a myriad of advances.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pontchartrain_Hotel

http://www.pontchartrain.net/templates/System/details.asp?id=40334&PID=491196

The hotel earns its prominence from the hosting of many famous personalities of the old and the new era. Richard Burton is one of those who graced the rooms of the hotel.

http://www.thepontchartrain.com/history.html

The Pontchartrain Hotel has recently been undergoing reclamation with a lot of its ancient features being brought back to existence. The Caribbean restaurant for example, brings back memories of the days when the hotel served a nice palette of traditional American dishes inspired by the talent of the sea faring masters.

Among the hotels New Orleans LA, the Pontchartrain Hotel is more readily associated with the reclamation of the city's heritage.

The hotel's restaurants have hosted great pianists such as Philip Melancon. The dishes served in these eateries were unique with a very comfortable atmosphere established for the guests.

Announcement was made in 2008 that the hotel would be converted to a home for retirees.