Our family of four decided to visit Paris for a few days while staying in Switzerland for couple of weeks. This was our first time visiting Paris and didn’t know where to go or where to stay.
We found this place through Airbnb at the lat minute. I got too busy at work and didn’t get a chance to book it until just two weeks prior to our visit.
You’ll have many more choices if you book early. Having said that, this place was great for a family of four. Had two queen beds in two separate rooms….and a couch bed. Had one bathroom with shower, sink, and a toilet. Upstairs bathroom only had a sink and a shower…but no toilet. You’ll have to come downstairs to use the toilet. The spiral staircase is very narrow and steps are very small. But you’ll get used to it.
The host provided us with two portable fans. The unit does not have any air conditioning nor any windows to open to let the air in. I ended up opening the door to let the fresh air on daily at night.
The host was great! She would reply to you immediately. Very helpful.
The location is little bit outside of all the main tourist attractions. Originally we planned to use Uber for all our transportation needs but they kept refusing to give us a ride….or don’t show up even when we had reserved the service. Finally we were so fed up, we used Metro and busses. You’ll have to walk about 1/4 miles to 1/2 miles but once you figure it out, public transportation will take you everywhere. Metro #6 is very close by…you can take #6 from train station to the apartment or vice versa. Also you can take the same going through opposite way to Arc de Triumph. Also same metro can be used for Eiffle tower.
If you book an Uber, they may not come…even when a driver is assigned. Or if they come and you reserved for four people, they can refuse the service. Then they will try to charge you. You’ll have to dispute it with Uber.
One night we walked back from
Eiffle Tower….it was a long 45 minutes walk…but not bad! We got to see the neighborhood and all of its charm.
Sit down at a local outdoor cafe and just relax…enjoy your drinks and people watching.
Now knowing and experiencing this apartment….would I stay here again? I’d say “Yes” especially when you have four in your party. But if I’m going to travel with just my wife….I’d try a hotel closer to attractions.