The Loews New Orleans Hotel is in the central business district across the street from Harrah's Casino, within three blocks of the French Quarter, the Riverwalk, and Morial Convention Center. Inspired by the rich history of the City of New Orleans, the hotel interior design elements are derived from a mixture of Creole, West Indies and Colonial French and the influence the Mississippi River has on the city. Business friendly amenities include high speed wireless Internet access in the lobby (surcharge and a 24 hour business center with printing, copying, faxing, and high speed Internet access (surcharge. The Loews New Orleans hotel has 17,000 square feet of meeting and event space, including a 4,700 square foot ballroom, with event catering and audiovisual equipment available. A 50 foot indoor lap pool, spa tub, and well equipped fitness center are located on the eighth floor. A spa provides massage and beauty treatments (surcharge. The Loews New Orleans hotel lobby houses a Creole restaurant and cocktail lounge. Valet parking is the option at the hotel ($26 $35 per day with in out privileges