I can't say enough how we loved the balcony gazing at the Sacred Couer by day and night when it is lit up was magic. Having trees right out your window is rare, adding to the ambiance also. There is a market across the street and restaurants. After a long day sometimes we bought a ready meal or sandwich to relax on the balcony. The high ceilings, molding, wood flooring, colors, and the windows that cut all noise were a treat. We had our brawny son lift our bags up the 5 flights of stairs, they got this out-of-shape woman fixed up in 2 weeks. The balcony, trees, and view made the stairs worth it!!! Montmartre is the best area. My husband loved the map to the bakeries! Metro we navigated fine but buy a street map before going of downtown paris. Loved it!!