Proche du MARAIS & Bastille – Dans une petite rue privée - Calme

We truly enjoyed our few days in the studio apartment. On a little cobblestone courtyard street, with Parisian families all around, the apt. felt like a respite from the hustle and bustle of our tourist days. We loved the neighborhood, with wonderful patisseries and brasseries so close by. The market near the Bastille is fantastic!

We spent a week exploring Paris by foot and metro and this apartment was situated perfectly for that adventure. Away from the more touristy areas but conveniently located around the block from a metro station, it was easy to get around the city. And, after an 11 hour day of walking, it was a pleasure to come home to a room that overlooked a quiet courtyard. We did not cook but the coffee maker was a welcome accessory for a morning cup of Joe before heading out to a proper cafe for espresso and pastry. The shower had plenty of hot water and good pressure and the WiFi worked flawlessly. Sebastian was very easy to work with from the moment we placed our reservation and he was very helpful upon arrival with his advice on the neighborhood.

We stayed here for nine days. The first thing we noticed was the patisserie at the corner. We discovered even more. We visited three marchés in the neighborhood, encountered many charming locals, and found numerous restaurants, sights, and shops within walking distance, but we are walkers. The apartment is very comfortable for two, though it will sleep more, perhaps children or very close friends. Paris is a big city, in that there is a lot of activity at all hours, but this place is shielded from the hubbub, so we slept soundly every night. Be advised the apartment is on the second floor, as the locals enumerate it, so be prepared to walk up three flights to get here.

We wouldn’t hesitate to return. The studio was a perfect fit for us being well equipped, comfortable and clean. Sébastien was incredibly helpful with tips on places to visit and recommended eating establishments. The studio was big enough for 2 but would be cramped for 3. There are 2 flights of stairs and no elevator which might be difficult for some people. We are seniors and managed fine. We loved the location in a really authenticly Parisian part of town. Lots of places to eat nearby and walkable to the metro,69 bus and many attractions.We will definitely stay again next time we are in Paris. Thank you Sébastien for your helpfulness.

This apartment is good for guests who desire a more genuinely Parisian experience in a neighborhood not centered around tourism. Everything you need is right outside the door--bread, cheese, coffee, wine, groceries, drugstore, restaurants. An easy walk to Bastille and a short bus ride to Pére Lachaise. Temperature cooled down nicely at night in early September, but the unit heats up during the day, so might be a bit too warm in high summer for those accustomed to A/C. Overall, very nice.