i didn’t actually meet hugo but dealt with his friend niels who was an incredibly welcoming and gracious host. niels gave lots of tips about the neighborhood and even suggested some apps to discover local restaurants. the place is super cute and sparklingly clean and conveniently on the second floor - great if stairs are an issue for you. SUPER COMFY BED! earplugs are provided if you are sensitive to street noise —it’s on a small street but a few doors down from one with a bit more traffic. the location is great! cute trendy cafes all around and steps from the metro and a beautiful park/square, bike/scooter rentals and all amenities. i actually opted for the B69 bus a block away as this takes you straight to hotel de ville and all the stops on rivoli (chts through some great areas—free sightseeing bus!), rather than the metro line which runs a bit further north of the rivoli/marais. overall a great deal for the location and having your own place with a kitchen!