Located in New Orleans' famous nightlife district, the W French Quarter Hotel offers an oasis like atmosphere. Overlooking Chartres Street and two blocks from raucous Bourbon Street, this boutique hotel provides a central location, just three blocks from the St. Charles Streetcar line, four blocks from Jackson Square and six blocks from Café du Monde.

Underneath gothic arches and Venetian chandeliers, the hotel's Italian eatery, Bacco, serves specialties such as crawfish ravioli and mussels with sweet vermouth. Other public spaces are similarly inviting, including a "living room" lobby with games, books and playful contemporary furnishings. Piped in dance music further adds hypnotic appeal.

Business meetings and social events are handled with care, with such conveniences as high speed Internet access, plasma screens and flexible meeting space. Intricate wrought iron gates surround an intimate courtyard and outdoor pool. Gas lamps and oak trees lend the area a convivial feel. An exercise center is available at a partner W property six blocks away on Poydras Street.

Black and white photos add urbanity to the 98 earth toned guestrooms. The sleek décor, 350 thread count linens, pillow top mattresses, CD players and high speed Internet access. Special extras include gumball machines, minibars, Bliss toiletries and two waffle weave bathrobes.

The W French Quarter Hotel delivers high end service with its Whatever/Whenever program. A 24-hour concierge, same day valet and twice daily maid service are at guests' fingertips with the touch of a phone button.