Upon entering the Monteleone, guests walk into an ornate lobby filled with elegant antiques, Oriental rugs, plush furnishings and architectural flourishes. For fine dining, guests can enjoy the upscale ambience of the hotel's Hunt Room Grill while enjoying Louisiana seafood, Sirloin Forestiere, and sautéed snapper. Buffet and a la carte breakfasts, crab cakes, poor-boy sandwiches and almond- crusted redfish are among the choices at Le Café.

The 17-story Monteleone's 573 rooms, which feature views of the French Quarter, are decorated in earth-tone colors, gilded mirrors and Audubon prints. Additional amenities include premium bedding, satellite TV, high-speed Internet access, minibars, coffeemakers and complimentary designer toiletries. For getaways, guests can retreat to the rooftop to swim in the heated pool and work out in the fitness facility. The Monteleone also offers the tranquil Spa Aria, business services and wireless Internet access. Leisure and business travelers enjoy the modern rooms and timeless ambience.