It was our first time using Airbnb and it was Marc's first time hosting. A lot of online trust was involved but we trusted our instincts and Marc showed us that he was very genuine and even gave us better directions from CDG airport back to his place. Marc's constant assurance that he will be there to answer any of our questions did made us feel more comfortable traveling first time to Paris and he was able to reply rather quickly over airbnb msg system. He catered the check-in and check-out process to our needs and that is one big difference that a hotel will not be able to provide.

Upon arrival, he gave us tips on where the shopping districts are, where we can find quality dining experience, how to order delivery if need to, lifehack tips on how to get an extra pizza by picking up in person, and even tips if we wanted to rent a car. He was very resourceful in getting us information and it almost made us feel bad since we had so many questions.

The apartment was very well kept and his pictures did not do justice to the real place. We really enjoyed how the bedroom window will open up to a small courtyard that is shared with a 4-star hotel and has vines growing on the walls and birds chirping in harmony. One of those bedrooms that you will fall instantly in love with just from the window. Toilet was very clean, kitchen was well equipped, and he even had extra towels for us. He did take the effort to give us a tour of the apartment and left us with fruits and drinks. The small balcony in the living room opens up to a nice street that is sunny during the day and breezy at night. It does make you want to call his place a 2nd home. We did not have time to watch his big screen TV but he did teach us how to operate it. Carrefour is just downstairs and it provided us with all the fresh fruits we needed during our stay. You can get basically anything at Carrefour or you can walk further to a Monoprix on Kleber Street. His place is also conveniently located between both the Arc and the Eiffel Tower and we enjoyed the night strolls to the Eiffel. Restaurants on Kleber Street are not amazing though so if you are looking for a better dining experience, take his advice. There are breakfast area nearby and the metro is very near as well. Neighbors were very quiet. Building itself is clean and well kept.

I must say that our successful experience in Paris for a week was without doubt owed to Marc and his apt for the most part. I actually went through more than 350 listings and messaged 33 hosts before finally deciding on Marc's apt. It was not a blind pick but a very thorough research process. Best place ever.