We really appreciated Okiema letting us drop off our bags before check in so we didn't have to carry them around the French Quarter with us, that was definitely something we were dreading. The neighborhood genuinely is nothing to worry about. We did not have any issues with any of the local residents, some said hello and that is pretty much the extent of it. As with many major cities, New Orleans can change atmospheres within a couple blocks but this is not a dangerous area at all. It is however a couple blocks from Willie Mae's restaurant, which Food Network voted best fried chicken in America (I don't know if I would agree with that statement but it was still very good and obviously very fresh). The house looks identical to the pictures posted on the listing and we appreciated the chocolates, small water bottles, and beads left out for us. The wifi does have a tendency to go in and out, more so on the TV than your cell phone, BUT you should be spending most of your time exploring the city anyways. She also had multiple towels prepared for us all, which was also appreciated. The house is a short ride to the French Quarter, averaging an $8 ride using Lyft/Uber which split amongst multiple people is pocket change in the grand scheme of vacation expenses. She does provide a list of places to eat and things to do which helps when you feel stumped. The house did get a little hot at times even though we adjusted the thermostat but considering humidity averaged 40% with temps upwards of 100 during our trip I'm not surprised the sun warmed it up from the outside. All in all it was a very good stay and we enjoyed our time and I do highly recommend Okiema for an affordable and trustworthy place to stay during your NOLA trip.