La Villa Desvaux de Marigny

Our stay was in a beautiful and comfortable room in a lovely villa on a quiet street. It was easy to get into the city by bus to see the sites. The hosts were very nice. They were helpful when we had questions and when we needed any additional assistance. The included breakfast was good and included delicious coffee, breads and croissant, and freshly prepared eggs if requested.

The hosts do not allow eating or drinking of anything except water in the rooms. That would have been fine if they had allowed my husband and myself to use the kitchen and refrigerator to store any food we would like to bring back to the house for light snacks or hors d'oeuvres. However, when we asked, we were informed that the kitchen was off limits unless escorted. The location of the Villa is deep into a residential neighborhood, with no cafes or bistros nearby, making it necessary to travel to eat anything between breakfast (included) and going out for dinner (dinner was available at the Villa for additional cost but by reservation with a 3 person minimum required, so not available to our party of 2). That was an inconvenience and it made me feel like a less than welcome and trustworthy guest. It also meant that, aside from breakfast, we had to eat all of our food out. Additionally, perhaps the hosts could ask each guest at breakfast if they would like their room refreshed that day or provide each room with a sign that each room's guests could hang on the door to indicate their preference for that service on a daily basis.

breakfast in the garden was very pleasant and promptly served. The room was large, as was the bathroom.

It was immaculate throughout and kept super clean. It was like a show house. The bedroom had wonderful air conditioning. The host was very attentive and pleasant and the breakfast most enjoyable.

No food or drink was allowed in the room. I should have loved a cup of tea or coffee at the start or end of the day!

A really beautiful room and house - the photos don't do it justice. It really did feel luxurious! A truly excellent B&B.