Sylvia's place is one of the best places we have stayed at on our numerous trips to NOLA.
There is a grocery mart, restraunts, bars and art markets all right there...no need to go to Bourbon St! Frenchmen St is the place to be and you have a great view of it all from the balcony at Sylvia's place.
Sylvia is a great host and is full of NOLA info. You haven't truly experienced NOLA until you stay here :)