I think this is one of the best possible places to stay in Paris. The Ile St Louis is the oldest part of Paris (along with the Marais just to the north of it), but is still a real village rather than a tourist place full of noisy bars. I used to live there. It is a short walk through Notre Dame to get to Place St Michel and the Sorbonne: the Louvre and the Musée d’Orsay are about 20/25 minutes walk away, as are the smart shops of St Germain. The apartment is small,in an old building, and charming. It has a bathroom with a bath as well as a shower, and a small but well equipped kitchen (which we didn’t use: we are in Paris: surrounded by brilliant restaurants).... Maxim is a kind and considerate host, and an enthusiast for the area....