The location is perfect for touring Paris. You can see most of the central sites without even getting on a Metro car, if you like to walk. The Metro is also very close and access to the airport and other regional trains is very easy. The neighborhood of the apartment is the idealistic, busy, pretty, Parisian neighborhood that many travelers would hope to experience. Dining, shopping, laundromat and pharmacies are all within a short walking distance of the apartment. The apartment was clean and things were easy to find. The space is comfortable for two, or possibly a couple with a small child. If you are accustomed to travel in Europe or New York City, then the size is what you would expect in such a central location. Highlights were the bed, which was a full-size Murphy (hard to find!) and the kitchenette with a refrigerator, toaster and microwave oven. It was great to have the option to have a few meals in while spending a whole week in Paris. There was a washer, but it was small, so we hiked to a convenient laundromat. Challenges for some would be the three flights of spiral staircase you have to climb at the end of a long day of touring. We had carry-on luggage only, but larger bags would have been difficult to carry up. The neighborhood was loud until 2 am even in December. This didn't bother us very much, but it might some. Communication with the hosts was timely. We were in Paris during the demonstrations and they were sure to keep us informed of any possible challenges in our travel plans.