Having worked for a French company for 4 years I've come to Paris a number of times, and I started to feel more like a local and get to find my favourite area to live, that area has to be near MARAIS. Therefore everytime if I stay at an Airbnb then I'll look around Châtelet station, it's so convenient - 1 stop to Gare du Nord, so many shops and restaurants around, lively and artistic neighbourhood near Centre Pompidu, walking distance to the Lovre and Opera...
However among all the Airbnb we've stayed in the area, Raphaele's place is simply the best!
First of all its exactly like the pictures if not looking better of the newly renovated flat. Everything is brand new (apart from the purposely preserved old historical beams to add character) and tastefully decorated. Bed is so conformable with high quality bedding, 4 nice thick bath towels provided, kitchen is fully equipped with induction hob, great shower room... The list just go on and on. There's a Carrefour city literally opposite the street. We stayed during the World Cup win and all we experienced are excitement no mess at all :)
The last but not the least, Raphaele and her husband are super hosts. We had a connection problem with the TV and they came immediately to fix it for us. They also gave us lots of tips of where we can see the matches and other local information. Communication was perfect and even they put a nice welcome message on a letter board!
What more can I say but that we'll definitely be back!! If you are in Paris no matter for the first time or for many times, stay in Raphaele's place and you'll understand :)