BOUR416 Apartment

Parisaddress: 41 quai de Bourbon 75004 Paris

Comments

[Sam McCaw]

We were very happy with this apartment, stairs and all! It is in a great location.
Walking distance to many cafes and restaurants and shops and train stations.
A nice view of the river too.
The apartment had everything you need. Free wifi, washing machine, microwave, great shower.
It was amusing that the river cruise boats light up the apartment with their spot lights. We would stand in the windows and wave :)
The booking process was easy and we were well informed with emails and the agent met us promptly when we call them to let us in and show us how everything operated.
We really enjoyed our stay here and would come back again.

[Irene]

We spent 3 nights in this studio Sep 19-21,2014 and it was the perfect location and a lovely place to stay. The view of the Seine river and the city is worth the 6 flights of stairs. Steps from restaurants and shops. One block from Notre Dame. The building and apartment are charming, but if you're not ready for a small stair climbing workout every time you return to your room, consider a different option. We had trouble with the washing machine holding our clothes hostage (probably us not knowing how to use it)aside from that it was perfect. We enjoyed it very much and would stay there again. ParisAddress was great. This was our first time in Paris and were a little nervous but our taxi car was waiting for us at the airport, our agent was at the apartment and everything went off as planned. I highly recommend this company.

[Melanie]

A friend and I stayed in this apartment for a week during December of last year. The apartment itself is great - it's absolutely wonderful for a small group of people. It is located in an area of Paris that is quiet and not overtly touristy. But it is located a distance from the big tourist attractions. That being said, number of metro stations are very close and it is only a short train trip to these major attractions.
The only negative about the apartment is that it is essentially in the attic of the apartment building. We were asked the carry (read: not drag) our bags up six flights of stairs and then an additional, steep staircase to the apartment. It wasn't a major problem, but it is something that you should be aware of. It did require a certain level of fitness to move our luggage in and out.
The only major problem we had during our stay was our Parisaddress contact. The guy was really nice, but during the tour of the apartment he broke the handle on the washer/dryer and then failed to get a repairman into the apartment during our stay. We were quite upset about this because our main reason for getting an apartment was to wash our clothes. He also failed to explain to us how to use the key to get into the apartment. It requires an uncomplicated movement to open the door, but because we wasn't aware of this, we were locked out of the apartment for a period of time. The information booklet provided was also lacking in information. Instructions on how to use the heater, for example, were not provided.
I would recommend this apartment to my family and friends.

[Robert Cox]

My wife and I stayed in this lovely little apartment for 2 weeks in July 2013. We thoroughly enjoyed it there and agree with the positive comments of others. Everything about the apartment aligned with the description on the website. The only partial negative was the noise from revellers in hot weather who partied until the early hours on the quayside below. Unfortunately, we needed to keep the soundproof windows open for ventilation.
Robert Cox
Brisbane, Australia

[Pauline O'Carolan]

The three weeks I spent in the apartment were extremely happy weeks. There could be few more convenient or beautiful locations in Paris. I walked to the Louvre, the Musee d'Orsay, the Opera Bastille, the Marais, Shakespeare & Co, other areas on the Left Bank with ease. The Pont Marie metro station was a short walk. The island abounded with shops and restaurants and I soon found my favourite places to go.

As to the apartment itself it was warm, comfortable and tastefully decorated. I have a very trim waist after three weeks of the famous stairs. No one unfit should stay in the apartment as they were a challenge, especially leaving and having to get luggage down them unaided. The view was so glorious I couldn't get enough of it. Paris Address was very easy to deal with and efficient.

[Susan Harwood]

This apartment has everything a dedicated Francophile could want -a view to linger on, a location to meet all needs. You can walk from here to everywhere (and I did),browse in great boutiques nearby and afar, people-watch in local cafes, find a great hairdresser; windowshop. The sounds of locals (and tourists)enjoying the view from the bank of the Seine far below drift in, as do the exclamations of delight from the myriad number of bateaux mouches that sail by (day and night). I loved this apartment - and found it to be just the location if you enjoy wandering, meandering and browsing at your leisure - and if you don't want or need to use the Metro it is perfect - so accessible. If you want to taste the famous icecream from one of the shops around the corner, you can avoid the tourists - just wait till the crowds leave. The apartment is elegant, lovely, well fitted out; but the stairs are definitely only for the fit (a great way to work off the excess after quaffing too many tarts but still a challenge if you have spent a long day at Mt St Michel and arrive home late!).The car booked through the same agency to meet me at the station on arrival, and another to take me to the airport, were both well organised and efficient. I ate and bought food locally - cheap and great variety. This was a place to more than rest my head - with the decor, ambience, view and location, it makes you feel ALMOST French.

[Ross and Marianne James]

We recently stayed at 41 Quai de Bourbon - first visit back to Paris for many years. Yes, the stairs were quite formidable (and I would like to add here that we are not exactly a young couple, however we are fit!) - but well worth the wonderful views and beautifully decorated apartment. We did have a third person stay for a few nights and this was not a problem - it was great to have the option. Even though it was winter and at times very cold outside, we did not need very much heating. All in all I would not hestitate to recommend this apartment. It is such a great location and our experiences of the Isle St Louis as well as Paris itself were just magical.

[Mary Ann Grainger]

Our dream vacation of 12 days in Paris in August 2011 was just that - a dream come true. The apartment was beautiful, authentic, romantic, reasonably priced, perfectly located, with an amazing view. It even came with our own accordian player who would serenade us from the bridge below as we lay in bed humming along to "La View en Rose". Did I mention it was romantic?

Eric met us to hand over the keys as arranged, and even had a bottle of bubbly in the fridge to welcome us to Paris. After going over everything with a friendly and efficient manner, Eric bid us adieu and we were never in need of him again.

Location, Location, Location. This apartment was ideally located on the Seine, beside Notre Dame, Marais and the Latin Quarter. On Isle St. Louis itself there are stores where you can keep your kitchen well stocked, and lovely cafes and restaurants for any type of meal you desire. Just a short walking distance away there was - well everything!

We loved the Velib bicycles and used them pretty well exclusively if we needed to go somewhere further than a half an hour's walk. Otherwise, we just hoofed it everywhere.

Speaking of hoofing it, I would be remiss if I didn't mention the famous stairs. Yes, there are a lot of them. Yes, you plan your forays into the world so that you don't have to make too many trips back up them during the day. But somehow the stairs just added to the charm of the place - providing an extra laugh to share and remember.

[Mike and Sandy Renaud]

Our one month stay in your Paris apartment was wonderful. On entering the building it was rather dingy and dusty but they were adding new lighting to the stairwell. As soon as we entered the door of our apartment it took our breath away, not because of the 7 flights of stairs but because of the spectacular view! The Seine at our doorstep, boats on the river, a cathedral right across along with Hotel de Ville, people walking across the ponte and leafy trees russling at the side of the window. At night it all lit up like a fairytale!
The apartment had everything we needed and was comfortable and spacious. The bed was firm and comfy which is so important to me. We kept our windows open at night but one drawback was the loud noise from parties on the banks of the Seine almost every night. The building was very quiet and we felt completely safe.
Everything was so convenient with boulangeries, markets, a fromagerie, and so many lovely restaraunts to choose from. Our favourite was the "Med". Delicious food and not to pricey.

We loved the bathroom for good lighting and storage. We felt the kitchen could have been improved by removing the door as it just got in the way of the fridge. A new frying pan is definitely needed, plus an alarm clock.
The biggest disappointment was our 'welcome'. The 'Agent' who met us was in too big a hurry and didn't give us a proper orientation. A bottle of wine to greet us would have been a nice touch also. But the view made up for all the letdowns and we would highly recommend this lovely apartment. Plus we came home much fitter after our daily dose of 116 stairs.

[Alexander Schied]

This is a great apartment if you don't mind the steep staircase (which I didn't). It's beautifully decorated and fully equipped. The service by Parisaddress was very friendly and efficient as always. Overall, I give five stars out of five.

[Kathryn Locke]

This is the second time we have used Parisaddress to book apartment accommodation in Paris. Each time our experience has been fabulous. The professionalism of the staff and quality of the apartments has been excellent. Merci L'equipe Paris Address

[Lynne van Veen]

I recently spent a wonderful six nights at 41 Quai de Bourbon. The apartment was excellent with atmospherice views over Paris and we would sit each night by the window enjoying the sparkling lights of the city. The apartment was clean, safe, quiet and in an excellent location. Making the reservation was secure and easy and I would most definitely use this company again when we return.
I would like to suggest that a few basic items in the kitchen would have been helpful, especially coffee filter bags for the machine and a few extra toilet rolls. Otherwise wonderful!

[Richard F poirier]

Nous avons loué récemment un de vos appartement (BOUR416 sur l'Île-Saint-Louis) du 2 au 10 septembre 2010. Quel endroit de rêve ! Génial, à proximité du quartier latin, du Marais sur les bord de la seine.

Outre les escaliers qui sont très surprenantes, surtout pour accéder au dernier palier, nous le recommendons à tous. Les lieux sont très propres et les commodités très agréables. Un bijou au coeur de Paris et très abordable.

Richard et Catherine,
Québec

[Joycelyn Koehler]

My husband and I were able to book 41 Quai de Bourbon on short notice for a 4 night stay in September 2010 and do not regret our decision. I felt like a Parisian with my very own home right in the middle of the city.
First, the view is magnificent. Day or night it was a joy to marvel at the boats passing along on the Seine and watch the people walking on the streets below.
Second, the location makes a number of the metro lines very accessible. You can reach almost all the areas of Paris and the major sights (including the airport and Versailles) without transferring lines which can be a real time saver. We used the St. Michel, St. Paul, and Pont Marie stops.
Third, the apartment is well-provisioned with everything you can possibly need -- wifi, flat screen TV, telephone for local calls, refrigerator, microwave, washer and dryer, hair dryer, etc. The only thing you may need to bring is an alarm clock and a frying pan.
We found the apartment building very quiet. We only saw other residents from the other apartments on the Saturday that we arrived. We never heard anyone else, maybe because we were on the top floor. The street is very safe. My only negative comment is that we did see men (plural) urinating on the street against several buildings one night, but that seemed to be a very common occurrence in Paris and not limited to this street.
While the stairs may have prevented us from making too many trips in and out of the apartment, we would not hesitate to stay at this address again if it were available for our next visit. We would highly recommend it to any of our friends who are reasonably fit. We climbed many more stairs in Paris than the ones here -- Notre Dame, Arc de Triomphe, Tour Eiffel. It was great exercise.
The people from ParisAddress were very accommodating and easy to work with before our arrival. We were met with no fuss even though we were an hour late for our meeting time because of delays with the RER. And for the departure you simply leave the keys in the apartment and close the door.
Book this apartment and start making plans for an unforgettable vacation!

[Tamara & Stuart Yee]

We enjoyed our stay at 41 Quai Bourbon (Jan 17-22) enormously. Yes there are
'the stairs' to negotiate and with luggage that is nothing to scoff at, but
once you open that door and take a look out the window the stairs are
instantly forgotten.

The location is excellent, being central to many Parisian attractions and
when you are too tired to walk or you want to venture further afield there
are train stations close by. Sadly the Batobus were on their annual low
season break during our stay but I could see that this would have been an
ideal mode of transport for guests at Quai Bourbon. The 'Velib' bike hire
system across Paris was also a fabulous inexpensive way to get around (NB:
you need a Credit Card with a micro chip for the security deposit) with
pick-up & drop off locations close by.

We really appreciated the internet access and about the only thing I can
suggest to the owners would be to make it wireless, everything else is first
rate. We shared the apartment with our 10 year old son which did make
things cosy but not uncomfortable. Intelligent design and inclusion of
clever fixtures and fittings make the small kitchen and bathroom a pleasure
to use.

I cannot speak highly enough about the professionalism of the staff at Paris
Address. Their communication was excellent with appropriate contact leading
up to our stay and prompt responses to all questions. They were on time and
thorough with our arrival paperwork and apartment orientation and
instructions.

If you can cope with a few flights of stairs then book this apartment. You
won't be disappointed!

Tamara & Stuart Yee, Australia

[Heliomar Manzo]

Me and 2 friends of mine stayed there from december 26th to january 4th.
After almost die climbing the stairs, we were amazed about wat we found! A beatifull apartment, very well decorated, with a confortable bed and sofa. Everything was new (the fridge, the wash machine, the microwave and so on. The view was a bonus. And what a bonus! I would stay there again easily. But we can not tell: the stairs are the sacrifice you will have to face, before get the reward.

[Anne Walters]

We echo all of the positive responses written about 41 Quai Bourbon. The apartment suited our needs perfectly and the 6 flights of stairs (even the final steps which are more like a ladder) just gave our fitness levels an edge for all of the walking that is an essential part of being in Paris! The apartment is very well designed and little touches like the remote skylights are a real bonus. The bed is fairly basic but surprisingly comfortable and the kitchen and bathroom cleverly utilise space and are well provisioned. There is plenty of natural light and the night lighting is very cleverly planned to give the feeling of separate spaces within the apartment. The view from the two large windows is spectacular and the placement of the apartment at the western tip of Ile St Louis means that you have the feeling of being quite private. Double glazing on the windows also provides a brilliant shut down of the persistent police sirens that seem to suggest Paris is always in the grip of some emergency! It is a great little apartment for two and the fold out bed means another one could be accomodated although the apartment is clearly made for a couple. We loved staying there and the 41 Quai Bourbon will be our selection for our next visit to Paris. The management of the apartment was also very professional and we appreciated the thoroughness of the staff when booking, in emailing prior to our arrival to confirm times, and in cheerfully greeting us on time at the apartment.

[Lesley & Robin]

my husband and i stayed here from 4 september through 16 september and we had an amazing time! this studio was absolutely perfect for us and we could not have asked for anything better.

the apartment was beautifully decorated and neat, and the view over the seine and onto the right bank was stunning. sure, you have to climb 116 stairs to get to it, but it is totally worth it! plus, those stairs helped counteract the effects of our daily bread and pastry binges :)

the location on ile saint louis - literally smack dab in the middle of paris - was perfect. you can walk to most of the popular spots in central paris, and when you're feeling a little beat there are several convenient metro stops close by.

some other things we liked included... internet access; relatively spacious bathroom/shower (it is europe though, so don't expect a giant shower stall or tub); plenty of storage; berthillon ice cream; sitting on the banks of the seine with a bottle of wine; street performers on pont saint-louis; listening to m-fm on the radio; seeing notre dame every day... i could go on and on!

this place felt like a second home to us... if we could have stayed forever, we would have! all in all, the perfect spot for adventurous travelers who want to be in the center of one of the most spectacular cities in the world. we both hope to be back soon...

[Grace]

We stayed in mid-July for a week and had a delightful time. The stairs (especially that last flight which was close to being a ladder) were a bit much that first time up with the suitcases, but after that it wasn't a big deal. Still, if you're not able to handle stairs, this is not the apartment for you.
The view across the Seine is wonderful and we never tired of it. We were there on July 14, so we had the unique experience of waking up to the jets flying down the Seine - quite an amazing experience.
We didn't cook in the apartment at all, but it was great being able to fix breakfast each morning. There is a boulangerie (and a grocery store) just minutes away, so we had fresh bread each morning. The washer/dryer combo was great as we travel light. We really appreciated the ventilation from the skylights and windows.
Our son slept on the sofa/sleeper and we folded it away the first few days when we wanted to sit. There really was plenty of room for all of us. The bathroom has plenty of storage space which is not all that common in hotel rooms.
The location is very convenient for seeing the sites of Paris. One note of caution ... there were people picnicing/partying along the quai below our windows almost every night and you can hear them if you leave the windows open as we did. This is probably not an issue in winter, but something to consider if you are a light sleeper visiting in summer.
Our dealings with the renting agency went very well. They were quick and responsive during the booking process. We did have a slight problem contacting them the first night (needed bedding for the sofa/sleeper), so you should make sure you know how to do that.
Overall, we had a fabulous experience. The apartment was great, the agency easy to deal with and being met at the airport with the arranged taxi made life so much easier.

[Kirk McMurray]

We had a delightful stay in the apartment. The 116 steps up will undoubtedly put many off (and the last few feel like you are climbing a ladder), but we loved the view we were rewarded with each time we entered the apartment and looked out across the Seine.

The downstairs lobby as you first enter the building is rather dark and dank, but the stairwell has windows and they lighten the trips up and down both literally and figuratively. Never in the course of our stay in the building did we see or hear any other residents. One night there were rowdy celebrants in the building next to us and we could hear their laughter and shouts and feel their jumping about. It was fairly short-lived at least and I would term the apartment essentially quiet, thought as another reviewer mentioned, you can hear traffic noise and other city sounds (sirens especially). Also, until midnight or so you periodically have the entire room flooded with light as the boat cruises go by and illuminate the buildings for the benefit of the tour. We kind of enjoyed that, but it wouldn't be for everyone. Likewise, in June the sunrise is early and it promptly floods the apartment with light. If that is an issue, you'd want a sleep mask. Or a different apartment.

We found the facilities to be great and especially appreciated that closing the windows blocked out the bulk of the city noise. When we needed air, opening the windows and popping the skylights created a great breeze.

We mostly did just breakfast in the apartment though one night we did cook dinner and found that pretty easy. While not as well equipped as home, the kitchen did not lack anything we needed for the simple meal preparations we did.

The washing machine came in handy. I don't mind washing things in a sink, but we were able to clean some clothes we otherwise would not have and that meant we could have packed less.

The shower is small - bending over in it isn't really an option. But it was adequate, had good water pressure, etc. We appreciated the vast amount of bathroom counter space, which we haven't seen much of in other Paris apartments and hotels.

The bed was comfortable, though against the wall which would make climbing in and out of the far side a little tricky if you aren't nimble. I suppose, however, if you couldn't handle that you wouldn't be renting a place with a 116 step climb in the first place!

We would have appreciated a second set of keys for the property. They were not offered and we didn't realize until later that we should have requested them. The keys are needed both for the building entry door and the apartment door. We managed with no problems, but a second time I'd want the second set.

Finally there were two of us in the apartment and I think that is about the maximum the place can handle. I know they suggest the sofa can be used for a third person, but I'd not recommend that for a stay of any length.

All told, we loved the location, the views, the apartment, and the feeling that we "lived" in the heart of Paris. I'd not hesitate to stay there again.

[Terje]

Un super appartement! Très contente de l'avoir choisi!

Le seul problème rencontré: la personne de contact n'était pas joignable par téléphone (et l'agence était fermée puisq'on était dimanche). Il n'était donc pas possible d'indiquer l'heure exacte de notre arrivée. A l'heure convenue auparavant personne n'était présent en bas de l'immeuble ce qui a créé un moment de panique. Mais on a vite appris que quelqu'un nous attendait dans l'appartement.

A part cela, tout s'est très bien passé. Nous avons été épatés par la qualité de la décoration dans l'appartement. Sans parler de l'emplacement incroyable. Je conseillerais cette adresse à tout le monde.

[Simon]

We had a great trip due in no small part to this great little apartment. Before the trip, correspondence with parisaddress was efficient and professional. They met us at the apt mere minutes after we arrived despite that we arrived earlier than scheduled (though coordinated via phone).

Apartment itself: Fantastic location. Very convenient for walking to much of the 4th and 5th, and convenient to a number of metro stops, and the Batobus stop is just across the bridge. We weren't there during highest season, but even on the busier Sat night, the apartment was quiet enough (most of the noise is actually from traffic on Voie Georges Pompidou across the river).

Apartment is renovated nicely. Skylights in the kitchen and bathroom give extra light. Linens and towels are good quality. Water pressure excellent. Bed firm and quite comfortable.

The six flights of stairs are a bit of a workout, especially on the moving days with luggage to get up/down, but it's really a non-issue if you're reasonably fit.