This apartment was absolutely perfect for our trip. This was my first international stay and I could not have asked for anything better.
To start with, the check-in process was perfectly streamlined and simple. Emmanuel reached out a couple of weeks prior to our stay with the instructions - he provided us with the code to get into our building, and left our keys in a secure but easily accessible location. He was even kind enough to allow us to check in early as our flight arrived early morning and we didn't want to tow our luggage around everywhere.
The apartment itself is everything you'd expect from a studio in the center of Paris. It is small but very cozy. If you know what to expect, you will not be disappointed. It came fully equipped with dishes, linens and toiletries that we needed. The decoration made us feel at home. In addition, there is a large map of the city on the wall, which helped us to plan our daily routes.
The true value of the apartment comes from its location. It is less than a 5 minute walk to the nearest metro station, which is very central and has access to a large portion of the city's subway lines. The Forum nearby was a great resource as we stopped by the Monoprix for some last-minute needs and a few groceries. There are also a number of restaurants and boulangeries just outside the door. La Fresque (which is literally next door) was a lovely place for one of our dinners.
The environment around the apartment was excellent. With its proximity to a large shopping center, there is a lot of hustle and bustle nearby. It made us feel that we were staying in the middle of it. Thankfully, the apartment also felt very secluded and quiet as the window opens into a courtyard off the street.
Emmanuel was great with communication both before and during our stay. He made sure to check in on several occasions, but was not overbearing.
Overall, I would absolutely recommend staying here. If/when I return, I would love to stay again in this apartment.