I was intrigued to find out of the history of the room as it used to be part of the maid's quarter in the posh establishment. I didn't get to meet Shelley but she was helpful when I had a bit of troubles unlocking the door. The directions are clear and the location is a dream as it is of a walking distance of the Arc de Triomphe and the Eiffel Tower. The dark passage to the top floor spooked me out a bit but it became an adventure for me. The amenities looked fairly modern. I appreciated the wallpaper and the clean bed. The room is small and you are to share the toilet with the floor but it is the best bargain you can possibly get for a stay in Paris.