SIx of us thoroughly enjoyed our stay for a concert at Smoothie King Center. We parked our cars on the street in front of our unit and either walked, rode streetcar or Ubered for the entire weekend. It's an easy walk to the St. Charles street car for a ride over to the Quarter or out to Audobon Park and the zoo. It takes a bit of time but it was pleasant and cheap. Also easy walk down to a great area to shop and eat on Magazine Street. Highly recommend The Rum House. Food, drinks and atmosphere were equally great on a perfect Spring weekend. Yes, the neighborhood is a bit sketchy but everyone was very polite and no one bothered us on any of our walks. In town in any big city is a bit sketchy...you learn to go with the flow if you want to be downtown. And must mention how comfortable the beds were!! When we finally fell into bed, it was the best sleep ever :-) Would definitely stay again!