New Orleans Downtown Marriott at the Convention Center in Gretna

In a 19th-century cotton mill, this upscale hotel is across the street from the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, 9 minutes' walk from the National WWII Museum and 1 mile from street performances in Jackson Square.Modern rooms offer flat-screens, desks and coffeemakers. WiFi is available (fee). Some have access to a club lounge with free continental breakfast and evening appetizers. Suites add separate living areas.There's an old-world restaurant and bar that serves Creole and French fare, as well as a Starbucks coffee shop, an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Other amenities include 19 meeting rooms and a business center.