Elise’s place is a cute little spot in the heart of Montmartre. Step out the door and you’re there, surrounded by people, restaurants, and art galleries. Here are my pros and cons of the apartment.
Pros:
• Location - Montmarte is an incredibly beautiful area. There is a bus that stops feet from the apartment and numerous restaurants, shops, and galleries right outside the door.
• Hospitality - Elise is very friendly and responsive. Check in and check out were both very easy. She also provides quite a few suggestions of local spots to explore.
• Cleanliness - The spot was nice and clean. It’s also well lit by a large window that also serves to let in some nice, fresh air.
• Comfort - Typically when we see a sofa bed, we expect it to be small, uncomfortable, and sometimes difficult to set up. The apartment’s sofa bed is actually quite comfortable, and it’s incredibly easy to set up and put back. Sheets and pillows were clean and comfortable as well. The lighting was also pleasant.
Cons:
• Location - Montmarte is both good and bad. While it’s a beautiful slice of Paris and art history, the metro is a little walk down hills, which means a walk back up coming home. This was fine with us, but for those who’re less mobile and want to depend on trains (as opposed to the bus or Uber), it’s a consideration. The neighborhood is also very busy. This may be a good thing or bad, depending what you’re looking for. However, with the window closed, the apartment is plenty quiet.
• Size - The apartment is small. It’s fine for one person or a couple, though. Also, the shower cube is very small. At 6’ I was able to shower ok, but if you are especially big, it could be an issue.
All in all, we loved our stay at Elise’s place and wouldn’t hesitate to stay there again. In fact, we already have recommended the spot to friends, who plan to book soon.