If you are in need of a comfy bed and a cozy place to spend a night in Paris, this place is excellent! Two of us spent 3 nights in this apartment in cold December (2013) and it was a pleasure coming "home" every night. The space is a bit tight if traveling with more than 2 people and large bags but big enough to unwind from long days of wandering the streets and enjoy a small Parisian homemade dinner - some cheese, deli meats, pickles, and wine. The reason for 4 stars is because of pealing paint after some water damage that hasn't been fixed up yet*. Again, if you need a space to crash at night, I would highly recommend this apartment. However, if you are visiting Paris and plan to stay inside for a long period of time, this place might get a bit too small through out time. The surrounding area has many cafes, bars, and supermarkets to keep your thirst and hunger at bay. It reminded me a lot of West Village in New York City.