Very convenient to Gare l'Est. Friendly staff. Room was small (especially bathroom), but very clean, comfortable and looked to be recently updated. Bright decor and quality bed, linens and pillows. Newer windows open easliy and when closed, good at significantly reducing street noise Only issue was that a/c was unavailable. Room was a bit toasty, so choice was between open windows to cool off or keep them closed to keep street noise at bay. Overall, exceeded expectations.