Marcia was the perfect host. I arrived very early in the morning and was planning to go around Paris till it was time to check-in. But it was upon Marcia's kind gesture that she had invited me to head straight to her apartment. I am very thankful to be able to drop off my bags, and rest. She also helped me with my itinerary, which was really helpful. Ask Marcia about the walk from the Promenade Plantèe (an elavated garden built atop the old Vincennes Railway from the 1800s) to the Bastille - highly recommend it! This is how I first discovered Paris. Marcia's home is clean, ecclectic. The room was simple, clean and perfect for me. She has great taste in music and she's really enjoyable to speak with. Marcia's home is 2 mins from the metro. I reached home late and it was very safe. There is also shops all around so it's easy to get groceries, or cafes. I will definitely stay with Marcia again - no doubt about it!