My husband and I loved Maria's Flat; it was very comfortable and had everything we needed...we never ran out of hot water. It was extremely clean and it felt like home. Maria and her husband waited for us at the metro station and helped us with our luggage; they were really kind, welcoming and willing to assist with anything. They had a small wine bottle, cookies and orange juice on the table for us :) truly amazing hosts!!! The flat is less than a block away from a metro station, a great bakery and pharmacy; really convenient! The area in general is very safe; the flat is on the 4th floor and there is no elevator, but it didn't bother us at all. If I could, I would go back to Paris in a heartbeat and stay at Maria's, no doubt about it!!!