A clean, convenient and quiet place, comfortable bed, WiFi, perfect for the budget conscious student or young couple. Third floor walk-up would challenge seniors, but the room faces an interior courtyard so it is usually very quiet and curtains can ensure darkness. You aren't going to cook here, but there are mugs, spoons and a hot pot for making tea, all rinsed in the bathroom sink. Cafe and bar is on the other side of the block, with a convenient market on the opposite corner that is open early and late... buy a tourist swiss-style knife with a corkscrew for 3 euros and some paper plates, napkins and plastic utensils. Also in the area are peep shows and other "Adult" entertainment. Metro line 4 is three minutes south (Etienne Marcel) with direct connections to Cite and Michel... the heart of Paris. Buy the ten ticket pack for zones 1 & 2... each ticket is good for about an hour of travel. Day passes are only for the marathon traveler. Another three minutes south of Marcel is the Place de la Innocents, a lovely square with fountain and a used book stall with bargain boxes in front.