Just a short walk (~10min) from Gare du Nord, Grand hotel de l’Europe was a lovely stay. I stayed in a twin room on the 7th floor. It had amazing views, the room was sufficiently clean, clean bedding and towels. Hotel staff were really accommodating, we were able to leave our luggage before check-in and after check-out until our train and sorted out any requests we had. They speak good English as well. The hotel is less than a few minutes to Gare du l’Est train and metro which was very convenient. There was a nice bistro that serves simple meals next door and does good breakfast deal. We didn’t try hotel breakfast so cannot comment on that. A lift is available but it is very small fits max 2 people without luggage, but we just went one by one with luggage so it really was no problem. Walls between rooms are thin so you can hear the TV from neighbouring rooms. There were only a couple minor requests for hotel to add in future to improve stay - be provided with a bath mat, and a kettle (I missed my tea). Overall I had a really pleasant and easy stay and I would visit again.