Highly recommend Mije for your stay in Paris- this was my first time in a hostel and it was…read morewonderful! I began my 3-month solo trip backpacking through Europe here. The staff is very helpful and accommodating (continuing to extend my stay for a week instead of a few days because I enjoyed it so much), they speak English and French. It was very clean in the shared dorm room everyone was respectful and quiet. They clean every day and put fresh linens on your bed. The beds are a very minimal, but practical the pillow is long and you can fold over itself for more support. I didn't even feel the need to use my silk bed liner (cleanliness is huge for me) I just slept directly in the sheets. There are only USB plugs in the main room - you can bring a European power strip or charger to plug in the room there are a couple power outlets per room. Wifi is weak in the room but possible...in the common room it is great. Breakfast is a piece of bread, a pastry, coffee and OJ. They offer dry cereal and yogurt, but no bowls. Breakfast is from 7-10 (must be finished by 10- get there my 9:45 at the latest.) There is a small marketplace around the corner for additional food and cafes are open anytime of the day or night. The location is great close to all of the major attractions you will want to see in Paris. I walked around the first 2 days, but using the Metro is very helpful (and saves your feet). Buy the 10-ticket book and save 5€, you will use them! As a solo female traveler I felt very safe in this area at night walking by myself or with friends. Everyone in Paris has been very friendly and helpful with directions. When you come to Paris you must stay at Mije- I will most certainly stay here each time I am in Paris!

I stayed here by myself for two nights in May and enjoyed myself. Friendly staff and a clean, homey…read morebuilding. The rooms are closed for cleaning/maintenance between noon and 3, and I arrived at 2, so I was able to leave my stuff in the locked luggage room and go exploring. You have to buzz at the front door to be let in, then your keycard lets you into your room. I was placed in a triple with two other young women my age and they were friendly and respectful. On the second night, I had the room to myself, which was nice. NICE THINGS: Our room had three beds: one sticking out, one bunked perpendicular across it, and a third facing away from them. There was a tall window with lots of natural light facing Rue Fauconnier, a thick curtain, a small desk, two stools, and a little closet area with a handful of hangers. There was plenty of space under and around my bed to keep my stuff. The shower and sink area in our room was clean and functioned well. There's a shelf in the shower area, though mostly blocked from the spray of the water, where we kept our soap and shampoo. The sink and mirror had a bar for hanging stuff to dry underneath. The three toilet stalls for our floor were a short walk down the hall. Breakfast in the communal area was pleasant. Each person gets a tray with a baguette and a fruit pastry, and there's a bar with butter, jam, tea, and cereal. They also have a hot beverage machine that makes cafe au lait, cappuccinos, hot chocolate, etc. and I never felt bad about asking for a second beverage. There were two big school groups staying at the hostel during my time there, so sometimes the communal area would be totally deserted and sometimes it would be full of teenagers Skyping with their parents and chattering. I didn't really mind, because it was quiet in my room and the staff kept the noise level under control. The surrounding area is lovely and it's super close to two metro stops: Pont Marie and St. Paul. The Seine is *RIGHT THERE*, as is Rue Rivoli (for shopping) and the Marais, one of my favorite neighborhoods in Paris. If you head towards the Seine on Rue Fauconnier and hang a left, there's a small corner store with plenty of snacks, beverages, soap, shampoo, etc. Pedestrians outside my window got a little loud on Friday and Saturday evening, but not too late, and during the day it was very peaceful. I felt very safe walking around the neighborhood. CONS: There were only two chargers in our triple: one in the room proper, and one next to the bathroom sink. Unfortunate if more than one person needs to charge something, but luckily that never came up with me and my roommates. The building's Wi-Fi never ever reached our room, so I had to go downstairs to the communal area. It wasn't so bad, since I just used it while eating breakfast, or if I needed to use it late at night, there was a friendly staff member at the desk. There are several long tables in the communal area so there was plenty of room to bring a book along with my smartphone and hang out downstairs. I don't know that I would stay here on a romantic getaway with my partner, but I'd certainly come back for a solo stay or with friends.

I saw great reviews for this place and decided to select it for my trip in Paris as it was…read moreconveniently located to everything! Initially, as an American, I expected this to be like a bed and breakfast sort of place but it definitely operated more so like an Inn. The staff were wonderful and I would definitely go back.

The least comfortable hostel I stayed at during my travels. Although the facilities were designed…read morewell, it doesn't seem like they maintain anything. - Elevators don't work properly, many people complained about elevator not going to their floors. Same thing happened to me. Ended up having to lug my bags up the stairs - Music from bar downstairs plays loudly until very late at night, past 12 am. I'm all for fun bars and music, but not when it's preventing me from falling asleep on the 4th floor and I have to wake up early the next morning - Getting any question answered requires waiting in a 20-30 minute line at the front desk - Bathrooms were kind of dirty The only reason to stay here would be if you want to stay next to a train station.

BVJ is quaint little hostel in an awesome location in Paris. It's a historic hostel and supposedly…read morewas the first in the neighborhood of the Louvre, but all this means is that it's within walking distance to so much of what you want to see in Paris. I went with a large group and shared a ten-person room, which was HUGE with five sets of bunk beds, flannel sheets and blankets, two sinks/mirrors in the room and a large area to hang coats and store luggage. The room had two large floor-to-ceiling windows that opened to the street and provided a nice breeze on the summer evenings. The showers were available down the hall but it wasn't a problem. We got a group rate, but for individuals it's 30€ a night which is pretty much a steal for the location. The hostel has a pretty large eating area and serves a free breakfast in the morning--cereal, yogurt, bagels, muffins, coffee, tea, juice, milk, fruit, and more. This place is simple and doesn't have a lot of extras, but for the price and location it's a perfect jumping-off point to sightsee in Paris.

If you are traveling and just want a cheap roof over your head and don't mind sleeping with…read morestrangers, then go here! if you want a centralized location in the heart of Paris, go here! If you want a free breakfast that fills you up and gives you a bowl of amazing cafe, go here! If you want a friendly staff that speaks 5 languages, go here. If you want a luxurious hostel where there aren't any strict rules, and in the heart of Paris, then please go to a 5-star hotel. They are hard to come by, and hostels are definitely not your thing.

First of all, location, location, location, right in the heart of Paris and short walk to all the…read moremajor sightseeing - Notre Dame, Picasso Museum, Isle de la Cite, Seine. Great place to stay if you are on budget, and in Paris for the first time. It truly helps the experience tremendously. The metro is literally a block down, AND it's the line you need to get to the Louvre. What else do you need? We had a private double room (a bunk) facing the courtyard, shower/sink in the room, bathroom next door - somewhat strange, but it's a hostel, so I don't have high expectations. There's a also a room with paid lockers to store you stuff as well if you end up sharing with a few people A couple things that take away a star, not everyone can stay here because there's an age limit, and there's also a curfew (1am). Otherwise, no better place to stay cheap and close to all the action. Book waaaay in advance (winter/fall) if you want to stay here in the spring/summer. Mije is a gem, and all who stayed there know it!

Staying at Mije Hostel has been rad! I won't repeat what others have already noted: the location is…read moretruly excellent; the rooms are simple but pleasant, the price is good, etc. The front desk attendant gives you a sheet of coupons that include discounts at restaurants in the Marais neighborhood (which has a great vibe, btw), and half-off boat tours! I think I brought a lot of my American prejudices to the breakfast experience. It's a very simple affair w/ coffee, juice, a pastry, and a segment of baguette, rather than the giant pancakes-and-sausage affair I'm used to. Also, when they say breakfast is from 7am-10am, they really mean it! 10am is not some kind of "last seated" time--they really expect you to be done and out of there by 10. We sauntered in at 9:57a and had to really wolf it down before they closed. Again, probably my own misapprehension.

What a fantastic location! I was expecting a hostel, and I found myself in a small hotel. But…read morewith all the charm of a hostel where you get to meet lots of international people staying there. Rooms are of a good size, and a great view whether street side or courtyard side. The shared kitchen downstairs is fully functional and always a great spot to hang with other travelers. And its an easy 10 minute walk to Sacré-Cœur and Montmartre. Subways nearby, and close to Gare du Nord train station, if inbound from Charles de Gaulle airport.

Breakfast is provided. Vanity in each room. Initially hard to find based on directions from…read morehostel.com but after asking a few locals, I finally found my way to it. Walking distance to transit. Inexpensive to book a room for solo. Seems really safe. English speaking staff at the front desk are very helpful and will provide any recommendations if needed.

Bring Your Own Towel because they frequently run out of rented towels. The Hema store nearby sells…read moretowels if you are without one. Membership is $3 euro and must be joined on first stay. The MIJE hostels are the best places to stay in Paris. I have been to Paris many times and yuh just can't beat the price and location. Private rooms are available if you don't want to stay in a dorm setting. People of all ages and income stay here because it is so nice. Three locations are part of the MIJE system. You will be assigned a room the day before or close to check in if yuh make a late reservation. Preferences are not considered. All three are close to metro and bus stops. All three have bistros and convenience stores near. WiFi is available in the common areas and works well. Luggage storage is available all day even before you check in. It is camera monitored and I never had a problem. Showers and sinks are within your room. Toilets are in the hall but they are private rooms. Hair dryers are available with a $20 euro deposit and were nice (in fact I bought one just like it bc was so nice!!) Breakfast is always friendly and fun. Baguette, pain de chocolate, yogurt, cereal, tea, coffee, juice, milk by cafeteria style is served. Buildings are old, restored mansions. Worn marble floors, quaint courtyards and lots of French style make these places so perfect. Views from many of the windows is spectacular. One of my favorite things was to lay in bed early on Sunday mornings and listen to all the different church bells... including Norte Dame. Typical price for a dorm room was $22-33 euros. Dinners are served in weeknights for a modest price. All hotel staff speak English and were very helpful with suggestions and directions. Also inquire about your membership discounts. I used mine to get half price admission to a hot photography exhibit across the street and to go on a boat excursion. Both were less than $7 euros a piece. Many times large tour groups use these hostels. On those days it may be a little louder but embrace the experience. There is too much to do in Paris to sit in the hostel and complain about the groups.

From the owner: Un des trois hôtels MIJE que compte le 4ème arrondissement Pour se loger à petits prix et dans un…read moredécor exceptionnel sur le plan historique, allez dans cette AJ ( Auberge de Jeunesse) qui occupe une maison médiévale à colombages. Juste en face l'église Saint-Gervais au style gothique flamboyant pour sa nef. La restauration se fait à l'Hôtel MIJE de Fourcy, à proximité. Adhésion annuelle.

I have stayed in many hostels as an adult and this was one of the best!!! Location cannot be beat…read moreas it is in the heart of Le Marais and close to Bastille. Several metro and bus lines nearby. Closest metro station is Saint Paul. My room was a 10 bed dormitory on the fourth floor of building B. The only drawback was the 89 stairs to get to the room--yes, I counted them. Once in the proper room there was two floors. The first floor had a single and a bunkbed tucked in the back room. A shower was also on this floor, two toilets in the hall. The winding staircase to the second floor had three large rooms with all single beds. A toilet and shower were available up there as well. Bedding was wonderful with a big fluffy duvet and large pillow. Each bed had an outlet or USB charging station for your phone/camera, etc. Notre Dame could be seen from the window ! A mixed crowd of people stayed at the hostel on the same weekend as myself. Some old, some young, some in groups and some loners. Everyone was friendly and shared experiences. A friendly staff that answered numerous questions with smiles made the stay even better. Breakfast is included. It is continental but starts the day out right. A Hema store for necessities and a Francoprix are on the corner should you need anything. Luggage storage was in a secured room with camera. The only negative things I experienced were poor connection with WiFi and broken vending machines. Highly recommend the Francoprix instead of relying on vending because it was a lot cheaper at the store. **Towels not provided. On Sundays consider visiting the Bastille Market for an authentic Paris experience. It is a 10 min walk.

I have a habit of being pessimistic of hostels in the first 24 hours, until I'm there long enough…read moreto get used to and understand. I've treated them like relationships in that you can't compare new ones to previous ones, you need to look at what it is as a stand alone. Sure, the 11am to 3pm lockout could be frustrating, but who travels all this way to sleep all day? What is really bad is that there is only one toilet per floor. You have to pay for bedsheets as well. No towels provided. etc. Cool. The showers are the ones where you have to push the button every 10 seconds which really pissed me off at first, but I got used to it. Really hostels come down to the people who are sleeping with you in your room. Mine were all really cool. Except for one guy who was really obnoxiously loud every morning. Stay here - it's good!

Cool Hosel in an interesting area of town... Close to the Moulin Rouge Show House…read more.. The hostel is about 3 stars for accomodations as the bathroom is a mess after 20 or more people shower at night in a small single stall washroom... The beds are decent for what they should be. They have a friendly lobby/bar/hangout lounge downstairs with decent prices on beer... Inexpensive way to say in Paris...

DO NOT STAY! I woke up to find bed bugs all over my body and in my bed. I sat in the lobby from…read more3:30am-8am to wait for the owner to give me my money back (whom, by the way, admitted they had this "problem.")