Our host's roommate was there to welcome us and there was no issue with us checking in later than we expected. She was very friendly and gave us some tips on what to see,etc. The apartment was clean and comfortable for four of us. Although there was a pull out couch for two additional people, I would not recommend it as the space is fairly small. Then again, you aren't staying in Paris to sit in an apartment all day. The location was not in the middle of Paris it was on the outskirts. However, the subway system in Paris makes it fairly easy to get around very quickly. There were a few grocery stores around us and plenty of restaurants close by. They spoke english as well which was definitely a bonus for us!