Hilton Hotel Riverside New Orleans, New Orleans, Louisiana

With its close proximity to the French Quarter and many popular tourist attractions, the Hilton Hotel Riverside New Orleans is among the best hotels for families staying in New Orleans, Louisiana. Its location in the heart of Crescent City, on the banks of the Mississippi River, means families can easily walk or push strollers the three blocks to the historic French Quarter and nearby kid-friendly attractions. The family-friendly and modern hotel features guest rooms and suites furnished with top quality beds, a spacious work desk, big-screen TVs, refrigerators and an in-room Lavazza coffee maker. Families who stay in a suite will enjoy larger living spaces and can choose between pull-out sofa beds or two guest rooms with in-room dining and a wet bar. Among the kid- and teen-friendly amenities are two heated swimming pools, a video game area and gift shops that stock milk and snacks. Teens and adults will appreciate the Hilton Hotel’s full-service health club with tennis, basketball and volleyball courts. On-site dining options are aplenty. Prep for the day with a yummy, classic Hilton breakfast buffet at La Croissant, which also serves a la carte items; or stop by the River Blend Café for breakfast items to bring back to the room while the family is getting ready for a day of sightseeing. The café also serves lunch. The Crescent City Marketplace is the place to stock up on fruit, snacks and beverages. Not to be missed is the on-site Drago’s Seafood Restaurant, serving Charbroiled Oysters, a favorite among patrons and restaurant critics alike. Delectable lobster dishes, Mama Ruth’s Gumbo and po’boys piled high are among the entrees that families of all ages will enjoy.