Monica is an excellent Airbnb host and a beautiful person who went above and beyond to ensure we were able to experience New Orleans and have a wonderful stay. We were prevented from getting there by the Louisiana floods but thanks to Monica we were able to work out alternative dates to stay and still enjoy beautiful NOLA. We loved every minute of it and despite a lot of people telling us it wasn't safe, we never had a problem. Just be aware of your surroundings, stick to well lit and populated places and travel with company... in saying that I did spend a day alone and was fine overall except I went to walk down Basin St to buy Sightseeing bus tickets but detoured when a group of guys looked me up and down then split up so that my path was blocked. I was on the bike so I immediately turned around and rode off. The use of the bikes were great and there's plenty of places to lock them around the French Quarter. It's also a nice way to really take everything in. I also recommend looking up 'free tours new orleans' & booking a tour. You just tip whatever you like (no pressure). They were very knowledgeable guides and interesting tours. Monica's place itself is comfortable, clean and has all the basic amenities you need. She renovated it after Katrina and I think she did a fantastic job. It's close to shops, restaurants and the tram stop. We would definitely stay here again.