Hilal and Malika were on vacation, therefore me and my sister were received by one of their friends, Elody, who is very helpful and kind. The neighbors are also friendly, since we arrived a little bit earlier before the checkin time, the owner of L'Embellie Design shop and staff at Italian restaurant showed their warmth when we were waiting near the entrance of the building.

The studio is homey, not very spacious but definitely comfortable and equipped enough for two. It's on the ground floor so travelers can easily drag their luggage in. It's so tranquil that I almost take a nap right away after everything was settling down.

The location is great, not just because it is very close to metro. It is the atmosphere around that area that I like most. You can get everything you may need on the busy Rue de Belleville, and find some exquisite crafts along Rue de la Villette which leads you to the beautiful park Buttes Chaumont.

If you are the traveler who wants to live like locals, this place is a nice choice.