Really close to the metro (<2 min walk) in one of the Parisian chinatowns. We got to the eiffel tower is about 35 mins via metro and to Marias in 15 mins, so not far away at all to the sights, even though you're not living smack in the centre of paris. the area is safe - though expect streetwalkers peddling their trade. getting into the apartment requires several steps/ doors to unlock. super ethnically diverse in a good way (they've got the best pot stickers nearby). as for the apartment itself - the living area is beautiful with a display shelf of the owner's music and books, a Mac for use, and the best balcony overlooking the street. it's 6 floors up so if you were like me and carrying 70 lbs of luggage you might want to drink a protein shake before the climb. i was staying with an older family member and she was pretty winded after the climb so you might want to decide based on your own profile. check-in was done by an agent, who communicated swiftly over whatsapp.