Thought I would post a follow-up on this stay. I read in a different thread someone recommended against this hotel because of its location. We actually LOVED this hotel. Yes, it is a slightly far walk from the Quarter or Riverfront. However, it is a very short, convenient, and inexpensive cab ride anywhere in the area. On one outing, we took a cab to the Riverfront and strolled our way back through the various areas and made our way all the way back to the hotel, during the daytime of course. I wouldn't recommend that walk, but it is doable. Again, though, it is a very short cab ride anywhere in the vicinity. The hotel itself is very nice, with great restaurants. The room was great. Upon our next visit, I'll have no problem wanting to stay there again. I definitely understand the economic benefit to parking in one of the O'Keefe garages. That said, we still went with valet. Yes, it was more expensive. It was extremely convenient, though, with unlimited in and out. We made our way around the city with ease. For our needs, the valet was a good idea. Thanks again for all of the helpful advice and suggestions.