This place would suit travellers planning to be out a lot seeing the sites, and for the price it's a great size. However, we found it loud (sirens, metro, traffic) and not especially well equipped - there were no knives, and only a couple of spoons and forks, the oven spark didn't work and there was no lighter/matches, the washing up sponge was dirty, kitchen cupboards complete chaos - so if you are planning to cook and eat in perhaps look elsewhere. Check-in and out was good. The immediate location is not pretty (though bakery opposite is fab) but you're a very quick walk from Canal St-Martin which is a lovely area with lots of great cafes and shops. The metro is right outside and is only 15 mins to Montmatre and even closer to Gare De Nord, a little further to other sites but still pretty convenient. Tarek has great taste in books and there's plenty to read!