The location of Benjamin's place couldn't be better. The metro and public transportation is close by, it's an easy walk to the Pompidou, Louvre, etc. and there are great restaurants and bars right outside (including a great Moroccan place across the street and a boulangerie literally downstairs so you can smell bread in the morning!). Being in such a location does bring noise - you'll hear Parisians at night at the café on the corner. And just a few notes about the apartment - the washer in the bathroom photo had a sign on it that said "Do Not Use" when we arrived (not sure if it's currently broken or always unavailable). Also, some of the decor/furniture has changed from what's in the photos - e.g. there's a basic futon instead of the white sofa in the photos. It doesn't change the overall functionality of the space - but just an FYI.