We had a great time in Allen’s apartment. There were four of us and we were very comfortable. It’s a roomy place.
Entering the building through IHOP felt strange at first, but then we looked forward to checking out the scene every time we came and went. We walked everywhere around the Quarter, and had no need for a car. Parking is a bit of a nightmare, but luckily, I found a spot on the street and fed the meter from my phone. That’s about $30 per day (no charge on Sunday), and there are garages around for about $40 per day.
If I had to pick a downside, it would be the nightly noise on Canal St. I definitely expected SOME, but it’s bonkers down there! It’s very entertaining, but you can definitely hear some noise inside. Luckily, the bedrooms are on the far side of the apartment, but I slept on the couch (very comfy, especially after a batch of New Orleans Hurricanes, with plenty of extra linens), so I could hear it all pretty clearly. Still, it did not dampen our trip, whatsoever! Just be prepared and bring some earplugs, if you might be on the couch.
All-in-all, we had a great stay. Check in/out was a breeze. It was nice to have an affordable place where four of us could stay together. I would stay again.
Thanks, Allen!