It’s hot out there. But we don’t have to tell y’all that. We do love our state, but summers can be long and a bit on the sweltering side. However, there’s good news. Throughout Louisiana there are numerous hotels offering awesome ways to cool off. We’ve compiled a few.

Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino

Lake Charles

Matt Young, director of public relations for Visit Lake Charles, calls Golden Nugget’s H2O Pool + Bar complexes “a sanctuary of enjoyment.” Visitors may relax in one of the casino resort’s 250-plus chaise lounge chairs or 30 daybeds scattered throughout the palm-lined property. Pool amenities include hot tubs, waterslides and a lazy river, plus a bar where visitors may pick up a drink or lunch item. “And as the sun sets, gather around one of seven fire pits for a cozy evening ambiance,” Young said. The waters open year-round are heated in non-summer months.

Hours: Pool hours are 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. The Lazy River is open 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday. The H2O Bar is open noon to 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday.

Margaritaville Resort Casino

Bossier City

At Margaritaville in Bossier City, visitors may enjoy a view of the Shreveport skyline and Red River while swimming in a tropical ambiance, soaking in the hot tub and imbibing tropical cocktails and perhaps a cheeseburger in paradise. The casino pool is open daily for guests who want to close their eyes and pretend they’re sailing with Jimmy Buffett. A good way to get you there is a poolside cocktail, such as Ocean’s Cruise made of Pyrat Rum, Blue Curacao, pineapple juices and cherries.

Hours: For those 21 and older 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday. For those 18 and under, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. No children under the age of 5 are allowed in the pool area.

Hotel Monteleone

New Orleans

Go for the cool and refreshing waters, relax in the lounge chairs but don’t miss the incredible view. Hotel Monteleone is on Royal Street near its intersection with Canal so from its roof, one can gaze up and down the Mississippi and receive a wonderful sight of the French Quarter skyline. Visitors may grab a unique cocktail, lunch entreé or cold treats such as popsicles or ice cream sandwiches at Acqua Bella poolside bar.

And if you’d rather visit during months outside of summer, the pool is heated.

“The pool is open for business year-round, weather permitting,” said Andra Imbornone, Hotel Monteleone marketing manager.

Hours: 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily.

L’Auberge Casino Resort

Lake Charles

This long-standing casino resort is known for many things — top-notch performances in its concert hall, oversized casino floor, spa. But many come just for its lazy river. There are other ways to get cool — a heated family pool and an adult pool — but the lazy river is pure fun. Float along and pause at the swim-up bar, then repeat. Stocked cabanas and daybeds may be rented and L’Auberge offers ongoing pool promotional packages throughout the year, said Taylor Bradley, L’Auberge advertising manager. The Mimosa Mayhem, for instance, includes two bottles of Wycliff Brut Champagne, a carafe of fresh juice, two buckets of hard seltzers and a fruit and cheese platter.

Hours: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday through Friday and 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday.

photos courtesy: NOPSI

NOPSI Hotel

New Orleans

Enjoy sweeping views of the city at NOPSI Hotel’s rooftop pool and bar, Above the Grid, but be sure to stay for sunset. The ninth-floor lounging-style pool provides the perfect perch to watch the setting set pour colors over New Orleans, and sometimes the hotel provides live performances. Above the Grid offers small bites and handcrafted cocktails, the perfect after-dipping accompaniment while lounging in a cabana. Hours: Above the Grid is open to the public from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through Wednesday and 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Thursday through Saturday. The pool closes at 8 p.m.

Jung Hotel

New Orleans

The historic Jung Hotel, claimed to be the largest hotel property in the South, now offers guest accommodations and residences at its location on Canal Street, several blocks from the French Quarter and Caesars Superdome. The rooftop pool on the sixth floor looks out over Canal, providing a vista of the avenue and the Medical and Central Business districts.

Hours: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily.

St. Francisville Inn

St. Francisville

The pool at the historic and elegant St. Francisville Inn might be on the small side but it’s delightful, surrounded by a lush garden. Guests may utilize the pool in summertime and enjoy items from the Inn’s restaurant along with refreshing poolside drinks. The St. Francisville Inn is owned and operated by the Louisiana Hospitality Group, which also runs The Royal Inn and allows guests at that property pool access. Guests must be 13 and older to stay at both inns so the pool rules apply there as well.

Hours: No set hours, but guests using the pool at odd hours should adhere to the rules about noise.

Paragon Casino

Marksville

The entire property remains a great destination for cooling off in the summer, unless you take in the hiking trails and 18-hole golf course. But even so, there are three swimming pools to choose from. Two outdoor pools are available — one at the RV park which includes a splash pad where adults and children alike may frolic and sunbathe, not to mention lounge in a private poolside cabana. Our favorite is the tropical-themed indoor Quiz Quiz Pool located in the Atrium with a swim-up bar, waterfall and hot tub.

Quiz Quiz pool and bar hours: 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 2 p.m. to 10 p. m. Friday and Saturday.

Ace Hotel

New Orleans

Yes, this ninth-floor oasis boasts of having astonishing views of downtown New Orleans from its location on Carondelet by Lafayette Park, as well as Alto, a cool poolside bar. And they would be correct. But most adult swimmers who visit the Ace pool and garden come for the hip vibe that Ace Hotels provide. Guests 21 and older may purchase limited day passes (ID required) to the outdoor heated pool and bar and rent a lounge chair or daybed, then indulge in piña coladas and craft pizza from Alto’s pizza oven.

Hours: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday but may close early due to inclement weather.

photos courtesy: L’Auberge Casino Hotel Baton Rouge

L’Auberge Casino Hotel

Baton Rouge

Six private cabanas, full-service bar and, of course, that cool pool wait at the rooftop of L’Auberge Casino Hotel south of Baton Rouge. An adults-only swimming hole, it’s the perfect place for those 21 and older to soak up the delicious waters — and there’s an astounding view of the Mississippi! Pool day passes are available in the summer for $30 a day which includes a beverage. The passes must be booked before 10 a.m. for same-day admission. Hours: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily during the summer.