The room AC at this hotel periodically cuts out and doesn’t restart. This led to us having a TERRIBLE night, with the room getting up to 29 degrees. The worst part of the experience was that when I told the desk staff they denied that it was true. For any unfortunates who already have a pre-paid reservation at this hotel, apparently quickly double-tapping the “on” button will get it to restart (can’t actually confirm). But the main point is that it is NOT OKAY for the AC to shut off during a heat wave, and for a room to get hot enough for the guests to wake up in discomfort, and it is really NOT OKAY to behave like they’re crazy when they complain about it.
I will also note that our bathroom did not have a shower, contrary to the Expedia listing. A bathtub with a hand wand is NOT a shower. Starting every day crouching in the very deep, hard to climb into bathtub while holding a hand wand over one’s head isn’t a fun way to start the day.
I also have to admit utter incredulity at the idea that this is a 3 star hotel. Maybe different rules apply in Paris. But based on the aged furnishings, small rooms, bashed up paint etc. this would be a 2 star at best in any other part of Europe.
The location is convenient, close to 2 subways stops, and near lots of restaurants, a laundromat, small groceries etc. But in spite of that, you couldn't pay me to return.
