Overall: The unit was nice, and it was a great, convenient location for our stay. We enjoyed it and would book it again, but using knowledge we gained during our stay, we would be more prepared for our next stay.
We really enjoyed how spacious the unit is. Nothing was crowded or packed in, even though it’s a fairly small apartment. Additionally, the space was very clean, and the linens and towels smelled very fresh. The unit also has a strong AC unit that keeps the space very cool in stark contrast to the very hot and humid climate of New Orleans. Furthermore, Samuel was communicative and reached out to us before and during our stay. One of the problems we saw on reviews was that the door code did not work for previous guests; however, that is not a problem we encountered, though Samuel provided a backup plan in case it didn’t work, which was nice. Also, the TV was easy to use and worked well. Finally, the location is great for using public transportation. We bought two 3-day jazzy passes for RTA, which were a total of $16. That’s less than 2 quick rides in a Lyft! There’s a bus stop a block away that we used multiple times over what ended up being 4 days instead of 3; it saved us TONS of money!
With the positive aspects of the unit, there are some inconveniences about the space as well. I didn’t say “issues” because they didn’t make a strong effect on our experience, but there are some noticeable opportunities for improvement that, if addressed, will make for a better stay for future guests. There are a few features that need minor maintenance: a slow-draining sink in the bathroom, a non-working fan in the bedroom, and blown light bulbs in the kitchen. Also, there are some additional items that need to be included: extra towels/washcloths (we received 4 towels, 1 hand towel, and only 1 washcloth that was hidden in the bathroom cabinet), dishwasher detergent so that guests can run the dishwasher, dish soap to go with the sponge (instead of just hand soap at the kitchen sink), an ice tray for the freezer since there’s no ice maker, hangers in the closet, and hooks in the bathroom for hanging clothes and/or towels. Next, the Wi-Fi isn’t great. There are 2 networks that you can connect to, and you’ll need to connect to both–one for the front of the unit and one for the back. Finally, there aren’t many surfaces to place items (the space isn’t falsely advertised at all; it’s just something you may not realize from the pictures). After filling up the trunk and the chair in the bedroom, we had to put the rest of our bags on the floor. It wasn’t the end of the world, but I didn’t like that I had to put my bags on the ground. An added dresser would make a big difference. I imagine that these inconveniences could be addressed before your stay if you reach out to Samuel about them in advance.
Again, we really enjoyed our stay and would book it again, but we would be sure to bring some items from home since we didn’t have them. For the price, it’s a great deal!