Michael is exceptionally welcoming and interesting. Traveling solo as a female, I tend to prioritize airbnb homes with women. But, Michael's reviews were top notch, so I stayed at his place for two nights and the other reviews are spot on.

The location is excellent, just a short walk into the French Quarter. The apartment is cute and you feel like you're on your own. The bathroom does link up with his bedroom, so that could be uncomfortable for some, but it's fine (there's a door and it can be locked and, for those who simply prefer more privacy, it's seriously fine - the bathroom is large). I never felt even remotely uncomfortable in his space or on the streets he recommended I take to go to the French Quarter. You will feel welcomed and at home.

The parking is an enormous bonus. I arrived in the morning and couldn't check in until later in the day. Although there is free 2-hour street parking, it's bound to be taken. I felt like I was driving in Manhattan and, ultimately, had to pay $15 for parking for the day ... and that was a quarter of the price many places were charging. So, snagging this place with parking is ideal. Jut don't book last-minute, as I did, so you might be able to park your car earlier in the day and not have to pay for public parking.

I would recommend Cafe Rose Nicaud on Frenchman Street, just around the corner from Michael's. I would not recommend the ferry trip to Algiers. The trip lasts approximately 3 minutes and the views aren't that spectacular. Go to the top of one of the hotels if you'd like a good view/photos. There's not much to see in Algiers, as far as I could tell and most people who road the ferry with me felt the same. There are lots of tours - including one of the cemeteries and one that shows the impact of Hurricane Katrina. They're a bit pricey but the $4 you spend on the ferry and the overall time it takes to wait for the ferry to arrive means the pricey tours are more worthwhile.

If you're looking to check out New Orleans and want to be near the French Quarter, this is a great space for it.