Miriam's place is perfect for anyone interested in the French Quarter, Marginy/Bywater or Canal St. area. It is a short drive or cheap cab fare ($8-9)to the center of the French Quarter. It was nice to stay in a residential neighborhood that was so close to the main roads leading to most of the local points of interest (Cemeteries, Jackson Square, Frenchmen Street, Canal Street and Esplanade). When we arrived, there was a great variety of brochures, city guides, bus/streetcar routes and local menus in the apartment. I basically planned my entire 3-days with the help of the Frommer's Guide to New Orleans that was on the writing desk.
The beds were comfortable, the kitchen is huge and had all the necessities, there is a French Door that closes off the two bedrooms, the bathroom was cozy and there was plenty of hot water. Miriam kept in contact with us a week prior to our trip and quickly answered my texts when I needed suggestions for navigating the city. She also offered to let us park in the driveway, which was nice. The overall apartment is very spacious and the neighborhood was relatively quiet.
I chose to stay here because friends stayed with her for a few days last year and recommended her place to us. I would gladly do the same for anyone who wants a cheap, clean, safe place to stay that is away from the crowded city but close enough to all of the main attractions.