My boyfriend and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Ysabell’s place. We are in our 50’s and accustomed to staying in fine hotels, so AirBnB was a new experience for us. The apartment is lovely and spacious, with all the comforts one would hope to have - strong WiFi, well-appointed kitchen, two vanity areas, and cool ambient lighting. The immediate and nearby neighborhood looks exotic (risqué) in a Bourbon Street sort of way, but is actually completely quiet, safe, and comfortable. We enjoyed walking around at all times of day and night.
Being located near the Pigalle Metro station was excellent, making the entire city accessible with ease. We ventured far afield every day and were always able to come “home” quickly when we were tired.
Interestingly, given the sex shops and massage establishments all around, the only negative we experienced in the neighborhood came from the elementary school nearby. The apartment has sliding doors overlooking a lovely courtyard, but be aware that opening them for fresh air comes at a cost of listening to children screaming throughout the entire school day. Seriously, it seems they spend the entire day in recess. Fortunately, this is not a factor late in the afternoon or at night, and closing the glass doors effectively shuts out the noise. Just be aware of this if you plan to spend weekdays lolling about the apartment.
This was my first experience with AirBnB, but it will likely not be my last. Ysabell is a wonderful host and immediately responsive to all requests. The apartment is comfortable and modern, and I highly recommend it.