As many others have said, John is a treasure trove of local knowledge. He pointed us to the best music, the best food, and the best areas of town to explore. The room wasn't the swankiest but he gave us so many good tips on what to do, we were barely in it. There's also not much to do in his neighborhood, but it's a 30 minute walk or less away from Frenchmen, Marigny, Treme, and the Quarter. If you're looking for something other than the typical tourist experience, this is the place to stay. I would absolutely stay here again and look forward to it!