The place was great. A/C was on so the place was nice and cool. A bottle of champagne w/ chilled glasses in the fridge. New orleans themed treats in the fridge- including sandwiches and cake. The apartment features a combination door lock, so key is not necessary. The place is actually larger than it appears on photographs, very spacious. And the balcony is great for lounging or if you smoke. Bathroom is really lush with a huge shower and a large jacuzzi tub. Large screen TV w/ cable. Laundry facilities just outside the door in the hallway. They've thought of everything. The location is really convenient, very near the freeway. Lots of cool restaurants in the neighborhood. I recommend Buffa's (great food, open 24/7, live music, breakfast, drinks) on Esplanade. Dizzy's on Esplanade. Manchu is walking distance, corner of Esplanade and Claiborne (good takeout wings and fried food).