THE BLUE PEARL, Paris

This apartment sits in a central neighbourhood with an excellent location score of 9.1. The Arc de Triomphe is a 12-minute walk away, the Eiffel Tower 1 km, and the Musée de l'Orangerie 2 km. The Louvre Museum is 4 km distant. Two metro stations provide easy access across the city, and Orly Airport is 17 km away. Within a 300-metre radius there are at least eight restaurants and cafés, including Le Bizetro, Pastry Cyril Lignac, and Noura Marceau, making dining very convenient. The property is on an internal courtyard, so while it is quiet with no street noise, there is no outside street view - only a roof outlook. The surrounding area is safe and walkable, ideal for exploring attractions on foot without needing a car.

The apartment comprises one separate bedroom with a double bed, a spacious living room with a sofa bed, a dining area, and a kitchenette. The private bathroom features both a walk-in shower and a bathtub. Parquet floors run throughout. The sofa bed is only suitable for children up to about 30 kg; for heavier adults or two people it sags deeply, so the apartment works best for two guests (using the bedroom) and possibly two small children on the sofa bed. The shower may leak water onto the bathroom floor, creating a slipping risk, so extra towels or a mat are needed. The internal courtyard location means no street-facing windows, only a view of a roof. The unit includes a washing machine, dryer, ironing facilities, tea/coffee maker, and a flat-screen TV with streaming services. No air-conditioning - only two small noisy fans; ventilation is limited.

There is no restaurant, bar, or breakfast service on property. The apartment has a kitchenette with a microwave, toaster, coffee machine, refrigerator, kettle, and cookware - suitable for self-catering. Guests should bring their own dish soap and trash bags as these are not stocked for longer stays. The immediate area offers a variety of eateries within a 300-metre walk, including Le Bizetro, Asie House, Ancora Tu, Substance, and the Pastry Cyril Lignac, which are ideal for breakfast, lunch or dinner without needing to travel far.

The apartment itself has no pool, spa, gym, or garden. However, the surrounding area offers a range of activities such as cycling, horse riding, archery, squash, and even karaoke and movie nights. Boating is also available nearby. These are external options suited to active guests looking to explore Paris beyond the main attractions.

Internet is free and available in all areas. The property has a lift, though it may occasionally be out of service. Express check-in and check-out are offered. Security features include CCTV in common areas and a private entrance. Parking is not available, which is typical for central Paris. Pets are not allowed. Accepted payment methods are American Express, Visa, and MasterCard. The host provides a key lock box located at a nearby grocery store, with instructions sent on the day of arrival. There is no daily housekeeping; cleaning is limited, and guests have noted issues with mould in the bathroom and a lack of basic supplies such as dish soap and extra towels, so you should plan accordingly for self-sufficiency.