Joe's place is located is a quiet and warm neighborhood. It's just far enough from the cacophony of frenchman street to provide for a tranquil sleep, but close enough to walk to frenchman's live music venues without breaking a sweat (about 5 min). The neighborhood has a handful of warm and relaxed cafe's, coffeeshops, and bars that are clearly predominantly patronized by New Orleans residents (as opposed to tourists). The feel is one of a friendly bohemian community living their lives closely connected with each other through conversation, art, music, and an ethic of geniality.
I'm the kind of person that likes to take adventures into the hustle and bustle of the city, but spend my downtime in quiet, warm areas. Joe's place was the perfect answer for what I like.