This apartment, with two bedrooms, and two very nice bathrooms, is perfect for two couples. Additional guests would have to occupy the living room, which could make it awkward if guests keep different hours.
The kitchen and dining area are roomy and well equipped.
The apartment’s tall widows in the LR and BRs open and look out over the small street just around the corner from Place de la Republique. Metro stops at the Place and up the street about seven short blocks give easy access to several lines. The street is usually pretty quiet, but the garbage trucks and occasional nighttime reveler can be loud if you keep the windows open.
There are two good bakeries and two mini-markets nearby, along with many restaurants and bistros. It is a modest area, in the 10th just above the 2d. Head south and west four the nicer shops.
The apartment was very clean and tidy, with the “hippie” accents advertised.
The apartment, like most in Paris, has no a/c, and it was 102-106 while we were there. The host supplied three large fans, which made all the difference.
The host is very helpful and attentive. She responded to messages instantly and gave good advice. You can arrange to drop your bags until check in and to leave your bags after checkout.
The cost, with the Airbnb and other fees was about $400 per night or $200 per couple. That is a good value compared to two rooms in an average 3–star hotel, which would offer neither the space nor the kitchen facilities.