Location location location! First time to Paris and feel we experienced a true Parisian atmosphere outside the main tourist areas. It was a bit intimidating, especially since we don’t speak French, but a good decision to stay where we did.
My husband, 11 year old daughter and I didn’t see many children in this local (def. a lively young adult scene, esp at night) that might have been the best part. High energy!
The apart worked for the three of us, but not sure about any more than that.