This was my first time with Airbnb and I could not have had a better experience. Romain was the perfect host – he really cared about my time there, gave great recommendations, and offered up a beautiful flat with the BEST BED and an awesome shower! The kitchen had everything you could need (inc coffee machine!) and there's a convenience store just around the corner (although there are so many eateries nearby, I didn't bother cooking; just stocked up on essentials).

The location is just off Les Halles and, while it's a busy, bustly area, the flat was tucked away behind a gated entrance that means you can't hear the street, or neighbours, in fact. It was a calm oasis, and my only problem was that I wanted to spend all day chilling in the flat rather than sightseeing! Perfect for a business trip or a couple looking for an intimate getaway.

Romain really understands the needs of travellers, I reckon, so is at pains to provide you with all you need. Sadly I couldn't take him up on his kind offer of a tour of the neighbourhood - work called! - but I knew he'd be on the end of the phone if I needed any advice or recommendations.

Re price, I felt it was a fair amount to pay - friends/colleagues who stayed in nearby hotels paid the same or more (and were envious once they saw the flat). I've been to Paris a few times and always paid more for my hotels.

All in all, couldn't fault the experience and have already made hearty recommendations to colleagues. Although I'd typically be tempted to try other places on revisiting a city, just for the sake of change, in this case, I'm certain that I'd try here first.