LILAS

Mrs Anna Peet from USA

We want you to know we had a fantastic trip. Your services and professionalism were much appreciated and I will not hesitate to recommend your company to family and friends. I had not been to Paris for 25 years and had never been there with my husband. This was our 30th wedding anniversary and we couldn't have had a better time. I only wish we could have stayed longer. Thank you again for everything and I hope to be in touch in the future. Anna Peet.

From 2011-10-07 To 2011-10-14

Mr & Mrs Doane from USA

Dear Christophe, We have just returned home, which is why it has taken me this long to reply. We especially appreciate your letting us know that there were no additional charges to our credit card. It has been a pleasure to deal with your agency. The booking process went very well from our initial inquiry through this final email you sent. You answered every question we had before and during our stay. We were picked up (and later returned) to the airport by Paul, who was professional and charming and gave us a good introduction to your city. Thomas checked us in and gave us a very helpful overview of the apartment and the neighborhood. You responded immediately to the problem we had with our TV. We would certainly consider using Guest Apartment Services on our next trip, and would recommend your agency to our friends. We were very impressed with the Parisians we met and with how people obviously enjoy your beautiful city. We hope to be back. Merci beaucoup. Barry and Mary Doane

From 2011-05-20 To 2011-05-27

Mr & Mrs Laffite from USA

Dear Gentlemen I want to thank you for your services. We loved staying on the Ile St Louis and we loved the apartment. The apartment was spotless and just as advertised on your website if not better. Everyone at your company was so helpful and professional. Vincent's driving service was excellent and always prompt. On our next trip to Paris, we wouldn't stay anywhere but in an apartment from Guest Apartment Services. We would without hesitation refer your services to our friends and family. In the near future I will be leaving a testimonal on your website regarding our apartment and also the Tripadvisor website where I found out about your company. Your company is highly rated with Tripadvisor which is why I rented through Guest Apartments. Thank you once again. We had a wonderful (though cold) time in Paris and in our cozy "home away from home" on the Ile St Louis. Deborah?

From 2010-11-19 To 2010-11-26

Mr & Mrs Laffite from USA

REVIEW PUBLISHED IN TRIP ADVISOR WEBISTE IN JANUARY 2011 : www.tripadvisor.com My husband and I were in Paris Nov 18-26 and although it was our 3rd trip in 2 years, it was the first time we stayed in an apt. We stayed in a one bedroom on the Ile Saint Louis on the Rue des Deux Pont. It was on the first floor (french) with a lift. guestapartment.com/properties/…lilas.html From all the good reviews of this agency I really felt it would be a good experience-well it was really great. We opted for an apt so we'd have more room and wouldn't be tripping over each other and our things. We had the driver the agency arranged pick us up at the airport, he was there waiting for us, took us to the rental office (right there on the Isle St Louis) where we made our final payment (via credit card), got the keys,The driver (Vincent-a good guy) took our luggage up. We got there at 11AM and they let us right in the apt (as no one had stayed there the night before). A few minutes later, one of the gentlemen from the apt office arrives and explains the workings,etc. The place was spotless and looked even better than the online photos. The street is a bit busy during the day but quiet enough at night. The bathroom was large, had two vanities and a towel warmer. The appliances seemed very new, the bed was a comfy queen with nice linens. Everything was there, dish soap, clean fluffy towels (maid service comes in half way through your stay-which was 7 nights- to spruce up), bath items, etc. They provide everything but laundry soap. The one time we had a slight problem (commode ran one night-nothing desperate) we simply left a message on the rental office answering machine and they came in and fixed it when we were out to breakfast. They had wireless internet, but I was on 3G for my ipad and didn't use it. They had a couple movies which we enjoyed the evenings we were tired and stayed in to snack and drink wine. Visited the office one day to arrange a two hour night tour with the driver (Vincent) as it was very cold that night but we wanted to get out. He did a great job taking us every where (or so it seemed). You could just stop in the office, get some advice, reservation or they'll call a taxi if you want. I can't say enough good things about this rental company . The apt. was the same price a hotel on the Ile would have cost us. There was a bus stop (line 67 I think-it had Louve and Pigalle and I forget what else written on it) directly across from our building. We could get to any place, on & off the island, by foot mainly. Though we took a few cabs if it was cold or we were tired. It is the only time my husband wanted to do the shopping for provisions. You could walk to Nicholas (good wine store), a little fruit market (where they make you freshly squeezed OJ in a squeezing machine), bread shop, cheese shop and a little bitty grocery store all in a block or two of our apt. I shopped the boutiques and found Olivers & Co. where we bought white truffle oil and truffle salt. It is fantastic with some good bread. Just put a little truffle salt on one part of a plate and some truffle on another part of your dipping plate. Just dip your piece of bread in the salt and then oil. I was craving it when I got back and ordered some white truffle oil from Sur La Table upon returning home(I packed the salt) . It was so nice if we had a good size lunch to just snack at home in the evening. We ate dinners on the island, Le Fin, Sorza, etc. The apt had a binder with suggestions (on & off island) to eat and shop,etc. Someone on TripAdvisor had written a "wish list" of picking out an apt. I followed his advice. Such as, bedroom lofts can have uncomfortable beds which can be low to the floor and the celing height can be uncomfortable for tall people, choose an apt with a lift keeping in mind you might use the stairs if the lift is out of service anytime during your visit, Things like that, which was so helpful. We got up early and walked and walked and walked all over. Decided to skip the Louve this visit and see things we missed the last 2 visits. Went to the bird market on Sunday by Notre Dame (a very rainy day it was ) which was very pleasant. Visited the Pantheon and Cluny. Revisited the Rodin (we love that place). There was a lot of wandering going on with a vague itinerary. Wanted to do the boat ride again, weather just wasn't cooperating for us. On the street we were staying(Deux Ponts) there was a restaurant where my husband would go for a beer (or 2) and sit at the bar where a couple of young employees were gracious enough to help him with his french and let him practice conversing. We called the establish the "Chicken Bar" as it is decorated with a chicken theme. The little shops/resturants were decorating for Christmas the day before we left. You could tell it was going to be lovely. I know many people consider the island as touristry-but I have to say I loved staying there. Once all the "vistors" leave, it is so pleasant. It is quiet and pretty.I would sit in the morning drinking coffee at the table by the window and watch the people opening their shops, arriving on the bus, going about daily life (same routine at night with a glass of wine). Next visit I would stay there again, I would also rent this property again or anything with Guest Apartment services. The only thing I'd do different-not go in November just too cold for us. But fall or spring anytime (by the way the apt had A/C).

From 2010-11-16 To 2010-11-23

Mr & Mrs O'Desky from USA

Bon jour Christophe from rainy Antibes! We had a wonderful stay with you in guest apartment Lilas. It was fun watching the street activity from our window! Everything in the apartment was so clean and in such good condition! Thank you for taking such good care of us from train station pick up and drop off to restaurant reservations to flight delay phone calls and printer use during the volcano disruption! You could not have been more accommodating and we will give Guest Apartments a glowing recommendation to our friends. We will return! Au revoir! Patti and Bill O'Desky

From 2010-04-15 To 2010-05-01

Mr & Mrs Hacker from USA

Gentlemen, All we can say was that this was the BEST vacation we've ever had. Ginger was the perfect place to stay. Your apartment was wonderful, clean and spacious. It was wonderful. WE have fallen in love with Paris! Thank you again.

From 2009-09-04 To 2009-09-13

Mrs Alexia Baum from USA

We just want you to know how much we enjoyed our stay at Lilas. Your accommodations were so comfortable and the convenience of having our space in Paris was wonderful. All of the taff could not have been more helpful. I have recommended your company to friends knowing they will also be pleased. I hope we can visit Paris again and if so will be in touch with you to arrange another memorable stay. Alexia Baum. Beaufort SC USA.

From 2009-08-27 To 2009-09-03

Mr & Mrs Gusman from USA

Bonjour Philippe and Christophe, Thank you so much for everything. Michael and I had a lovely time in your beautiful city of Paris. The apartment LILAS was perfect. Thank you also for your suggestions for the dinner cruise, it was a lovely evening and Michael and I both enjoyed ourselves, particularly seeing the Eiffel Tower lit up - it is something that we will remember for a long time. Philippe, you have been very helpful and I sincerely thank you once again for ensuring our stay was pleasant. I will be sure to recommend your services to my family and friends should they ever visit Paris. Please also pass on my thanks to Thomas. Michael and I hope to see you sometime in the future if we get the opportunity to visit Paris once again. With best wishes,Celestina.

From 2009-05-02 To 2009-05-09

Mr & Mrs Harrack from ONTARIO CANADA

Dear Philippe, Christophe – et Thomas, bien sur! – Just a quick note to thank you for your assistance and the truly wonderful accommodations Michael and I enjoyed last month in Paris. The service you provide is absolutely exceptional, and we have already recommended it to all our friends and colleagues. From the welcoming bouquet on the table to the exceptional limousine service to the restaurant suggestions – all were as we would have offered to guests in our own home. Of course, the Ile Saint-Louis could not be better as a location from which to explore Paris. We hope to stay with you again for a longer stay! I hope you enjoyed your own vacation, and wish you the best for the coming season. Yours sincerely,Joanne E. Harack, Ph.D. HR Architect for Knowledge Enterprises

From 2008-08-19 To 2008-08-26

Mr & Mrs Bianchi from USA

Christophe, Philippe,et. al.- We just returned from our month in France . Many, many thanks for a terrific two weeks on the Ile Saint Louis. We enjoyed the apartment, your support, and all of our time in France. We will be back next October and we will contact you to rent another apartment. You made it easy and successful! From now on, whenever we visit Paris, we do business with you! A bientot, mes amis....Lorrey and Kathy Bianchi

From 2007-09-25 To 2007-10-08