It was truly a joy staying at Jessica's homey cozy apartment. It was super clean and comfortable, stocked full of fresh sheets and towels, bathroom things, and even breakfast snacks. Her place is perfectly decorated and felt like a very authentic New Orleans experience.
Jessica's apartment is about a 10 minute walk to the Convention Center, with coffee shops along the way, and only some 5 minutes away from St. Charles Street where I would hop a streetcar to go to the French Quarter or get off on my way back. Though it's also an awesome walk there through the Warehouse district, with its museums and galleries.
I've stayed in New Orleans hotels and even B&Bs before, but staying at Jessica's apartment was like a mix of everything that's best about a hotel, B&B, and home.