My wife and I spent 6 nights at Ben's place and loved it. Just off Royal and 1.5 blocks from Jackson Square it's easily walkable to everything from Frenchman St. to the Central Business District, as well as being right around the corner from everything else. Bourbon St. (not our favorite) is only 1/2 block away, yet there was no real disturbance from that direction (just some fine music). The flat being on the third floor helps you feel a bit removed from the action below, and the living room and balcony let you enjoy the city while the spacious bedroom in the back is peaceful and comfortable. We'd definitely stay there again.