This place is sparkling clean and in a nice area. There is a conveniently located wine bar right across the road, less touristy than others. There are also two local restaurants nearby, within a minutes walk if you are too lazy to venture far or are time-poor. The street is very quiet at night and close to Republique, which is convenient. Short walk to Bastille too, and if you had to walk from Gare de Nord or Gare de Lyon because you don't like the metro (or are coming in from train from, example London), then this is very achievable. Josselin is a very accommodating host and not intrusive.