Maison Orleans/Hotel De L'eau Vive, situated three blocks from the French Quarter, is in the heart of New Orleans. At the resort, enjoy the rooftop sun deck or you can explore the French Quarter and Garden District. These areas contain parks, museums, and restaurants that serve everything from classic French cuisine to spicy Creole dishes. Shopping abounds on Canal Street. On Royal Street, you will find antiques shops and in the French market, vendors sell various goods from open air booths. Ten miles from the resort is Lake Pontchartrain, where you can boat, fish, and water ski.