I would love this to be a perfect review. I travel frequently & I’m not in the habit of giving anything less than positive feedback.
The apartment is exactly as per the photos. And in the centre of Le Marais. The hosts are initially friendly & pleasant.
Unfortunately though, my overall enthusiasm was greatly marred. I temporarily misplaced the keys - entirely my fault, I respectfully apologised, & I took full responsibility. Bizarrely I was told that there was no second set of keys available to me under any circumstances. The hosts admitted the cleaner did have a set of keys but under no circumstances would they be made available to me to use temporarily. Nor was it possible to make a copy of the key - apparently as it turned out the hosts did no longer have the key code, which is a standard requirement for re cutting of keys.
My only option therefore was to have a locksmith replace the lock & provide a new set of keys at an outrageous cost of €800 to me - unbelievable.
For anyone claiming to provide a professional & long term accommodation & hospitality service - as the hosts claim - an emergency replacement key, or a feasible & affordable option to have a new key cut, would never be an issue. Unfortunately it reflects the reality of the amateur & unprepared attitude of the hosts..particularly for an apartment that is priced on the high side for what it really is.
Again, I travel monthly, I am a perfect guest, & this is my first ever less than positive review. But, I feel a level of responsibility to other guests to be frank & forthcoming.