My taxi ride from the airport took 1,5 hours longer than usual, but they waited and let me in when I arrived.
The electricity had gone out in the area for the 2 first days, so they got me candles and let me stay there those 2 days for free.
It is 5 blocks or so away from Mercado San Telmo with many good restaurants and cafés.
I had a great time in the area, and stayed for 1 week.