This apartment is newly renovated, beautifully appointed and very comfortable. We wish that we could have stayed longer. Being close to Gare du Nord and Gare de l'Est, it's easy to get anywhere in Paris -- or France, for that matter -- quickly and easily. It's a bustling neighborhood with lots of amenities, restaurants, grocery stores. But the apartment itself is dead quiet, a haven in the bustle of the city. Check-in was a breeze, and instructions were detailed and specific. Highly recommended.