Come to l''autre cote du lac; the "other side of the lake;" and revel in the romance and history of resort towns Abita Springs and Mandeville; established when steam-powered boats and trains brought the fashionable and elite 24 miles across Lake Pontchartrain. You''ll find a softer side to Greater New Orleans on the Northshore; where St. Tammany Parish is the natural choice for families; outdoors enthusiasts; gourmands; golfers and arts-lovers. Hotel is conviently located just off of I-12 and close to shopping; dining; Wal-Mart; and entertainment. Downtown New Orleans is just 30 minutes away. All rooms feature free High Speed Internet access; coffee maker; refrigerator; microwave; iron; and hair dryer.