I am so glad to have stayed at Alain's place in Paris. Everything was top notch. Alain kept in contact with me before my arrival to arrange for someone to meet us at the apt. for check-in and helped orient us to the place. The best part about this apartment was the location! It was extremely central: 2 min. walk to metro station (Line 1) and 5 min. walk to the Louvre and Les Halles. The apt. was newly renovated and clean with fresh towels and slippers. Really enjoyed my stay here and would definitely stay here again next time I visit Paris. Tip: I believe Alain owns floors 1-4. There are no elevators so if climbing stairs is not your thing, maybe consider one of the other lower floors. The trade-off is that the 4th floor has a better view.