Thanks NoSaint. I'm actually a certified meeting planner in another life so love negotiating with hotels.You're right - the Quarter is 1 block away, but I always count the blocks to Bourbon Street.
Looking forward to whatever ideas you locals come up with for pre-game parties. And please keep it close by - most will not have vehicles.
Dragos - here I come!!! Broiled oysters yummmmm!
Let me know if I can help with anything else.