Alain's place was a good size for a studio, the kitchen was well-equipped. A little far from metro stations, but I liked the location as there was a bakery, cheese shop, and grocery store right outside, with cute restaurants closeby. For negatives, the apartment was a little bit messy/cluttered. Also consider that it is a smoking apartment, so the smell of cigarettes is strong for a non-smoker. However, Alain was a very kind host and did everything possible to make sure I was comfortable.