Our first trip to NOLA was really made special because of our stay here. Traveling here can be crazy during Mardi Gras and Rebecca went out of her way to give us local information to avoid the many parades happening when we arrived. When we neglected to adequately follow those directions, she was patient in waiting for us and greeted us with a smile, even though we were delayed by an hour. When we got in, I was secretly expecting the photographs to be misleading but they are NOT. Those high ceilings and shower were so pleasant. The age of the building is apparent, but you really see character around every corner. Its that perfect balance of real and character that you expect in a place like NOLA. Magazine street (just around the corner) had excellent shops and unique restaurants. Really a wonderful experience. Really.