For some reason, despite breakfast being dispensed from a vending machine, it didn't start until 7:45 AM so I was unable to partake. This problem was confirmed by the swearing of the guy in the shower as I passed to head down the 5 flights of treacherous stairs to leave. I knew from previous reviews that the showers had no pressure on the fifth floor, so I had no intention of showering that morning (despite the desire). I was also pleasantly surprised to find that all 3 of us had been given keys, where I had thought I would have to wake up to let them in each time. This was worrisome, but I was luckily paired with only 2 other girls who were quiet and crashed early, just like me. I was given a 4 person co-ed room, despite being the first person in it, and when I got to the top I noticed there were only 3 beds. I paid my 25 euros (since I had brought my own sheets I didn't have to pay the additional 7 to rent some) and climbed the 5 flights of stairs to my room. When I mentioned my efforts to contact the hostel to the desk clerk he suddenly decided he didn't speak English. I tried to reserve a room by emailing them (4 times), but I'm pretty sure they ignore those if they don't think the hostel will fill (since the rate is 18 euros online and 25 in person). Prepared with the knowledge I had gained from reading other reviews on tripadvisor I decided to brave this hostel as I had a 6 AM train from Gare de Lyon and this was the easiest option.
(Make sure to bring up to 10 euros in change, though, since the change machine in the locker area doesn't work and there is no intention to fix it, just fyi). I highly recommend locking your bags in the train station before checking in, since the stairs are narrow, steep, and the only way to get to your room. The only reason I would recommend this hostel is if you have an early train and you need somewhere to sleep for a few hours. Ou la Maison Blanche for mental problems such those of the neurotic administration. Next time in Paris I would chose sleeping in a cardboard box before returning to the Blue Planet at all. There is only one key per room and a nightmare to coordinate with the key in and out the room. You are only allowed to stay 3 days total of nights and, the beds are really for children. There is no lockers and the storage room is notorious for losing your stuff, such umbrellas, sleeping bags, et cetera. Although it is the only time to take a warm shower since the hours of the morning are for Polar bears only. They make you go out for cleaning up, (11-3:30 PM), and you would only find they have folded your blanket during that period. Most of the clientelle lost by the abuse and the taking for granted. The Blue Planet Hostel started with a good concept and atmosphere. While another hostel close to the Bastille it was only 13.00 euros, The Friends Hostel. Which used to send everyone, claiming it was the cheapest hostel in Paris at only 18.30 euros per night. Years ago was operating with the same mafia in the Tourist Information Center at Ave. This place managed by a maniac, Celine, is so overly priced when taken under consideration, she runs the place as a jail house. Ou la Maison Blanche for mental problems such those of the.
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