I think it depends on how long you want to stay, and what you want to do when there. We stayed at the KOA, and really had no complaints. However, it took between an hour to an hour and a half on the bus to get to downtown. The first two days we enjoyed it as a tourist experience. After that, it is just a long way. The shuttle was completely booked up when we arrived, so it was not an option. Looking back I think I would have booked a couple nights at the French quarter Rv resort for the days in New Orleans, and then picked something outside the city. We also stayed at Fontainbleau State Park and enjoyed that, but it would be a long drive into the city. If you like to bike the Mississippi River trail is easily accessed from the KOA.