We had a great time is Paris. The view is amazing, though you pay for it with all the stairs! The view looking out into the street is nice as well. It is a lively neighbourhood but we always felt safe. You can hear a bit of noise from Gare du Nord and occasional ambulances from a nearby hospital but we were never that bothered by either. He left tips for local food, and how to get around. It is near a couple metro stops which brought us everywhere we wanted to go, and it was also a convenient location for taking the train from the airport. We also enjoyed caring for Gigi (the fish). I would recommend this flat, but again be aware of the stairs! Thank you for a good stay Pasquale!