Julien's place is exactly as described (yes, 5 flights of stairs, toilet down the hall) but it was PERFECT for my husband and I to spend 3 nights this summer while visiting Paris for the 1st time. it has AC (so crucial for Paris' hot summer) and a comfy sofa bed that served the purpose! we left at 730AM and didn't return until midnight every night, so the perfect location (so walkable to many attractions and next to a metro!) for us to crash. The value is unbeatable, would absolutely recommend. Also Julien was very communicative and the check in/check out was SO EASY! will be back!!