Holiday Inn Express Covington-Madisonville  

Just off I-12 in Covington on the North Shore of Lake Pontchartrain, about 30 minutes from New Orleans and the airport. Easy access to the Causeway and nearby state parks, local breweries, vineyards and weekend markets makes it a convenient base for city and nature days.

A modern, practical property with 84 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators, microwaves, 42-inch TVs, desks and in-room coffee makers—clean, simple décor built for work or weekend escapes.

Wake up to a complimentary hot buffet breakfast, take a dip in the outdoor pool, sweat it out in the state-of-the-art fitness center, and stay connected with free Wi-Fi and on-site tour/ticket assistance.

Conference space (about 441 sq ft) and meeting rooms, a business center, laundry and dry-cleaning services, free self-parking and high-speed internet make it a smart choice for corporate travelers.

Complimentary daily buffet breakfast gets the day started; a short drive delivers you to local Southern restaurants, breweries and vineyards for lunch and dinner.