As a first time visitor to Paris, I highly recommend Romain's spot! Actually I take that back, Romain's spot is great choice whether its your first, fifth or twentieth time in Paris! First off, a lot of places in Paris are very small! Although his place wasn't huge it was just right for the two of us! Upon our search we found that a lot of places were studios and everything was in one room including the shower. Here everything has its own room. Shower, bedroom, kitchen, toilet! Romain's place was clean and exactly as described. Although we didn't meet Romain his sister Claire was the perfect host and was there when we arrived! You will have 4 flight of stairs to go up and NO elevator so be prepared however it does make for good exercise! Can't wait to go back!