I looked at the reviews on this listing and they were either great or horrible.... nothing in between. As a host in the past myself and also a guest often, I find people are so quick to make judgements about a place that has charm but is not your typical hotel space. I found Marcus' place super charming, the neighborhood really interesting and friendly though on first look some might be scared off. I loved the ease of getting to the French Quarter as well as all downtown. I'd stay here again for certain.