A clean, functional studio that easily fits 1-2 people. It is quite near the Gare du Nord and Gare de l'est, which makes it very practical to get around Paris and also to the CDG airport (since there is a RER train line from the Gare du Nord to CDG). This was the main reason I chose it. The neighborhood is vibrant but the street is quiet. Plenty of shops and cafes and restaurants nearby. Great sound-proofing--with the window closed, I barely heard a thing from outside or the surrounding apartments. The mattress, although on a pull out couch, was of good quality and comfortable. The wifi worked without a hitch and seemed quite fast. You are not far at all from the Canal St. Martin. Overall, a practical and comfortable choice.