We stayed at the Hotel Whistler for two nights in Paris after a ski vacation in the Alps. We wanted easy access to the RER train to Charles de Gaulle airport back to the States. The hotel was a gem. It is designed like the old "overnight sleeper car trains" of the 1940s and '50s which may sound corny, but its not. It shows the elegance of travel during this time period and its extremely well-thought out, and elegantly done. And the balcony in our room looked right at the Gare du Nord. The rooms actually feel like you are on a 1st class sleeper car, but larger and better than a train. The bed is way comfortable and the bathroom is 5 star. (the sink in particular is awsome). There is a 24/7 espresso machine you can use and an honor bar for spirits and wine. Every staff member we encountered, from check in to housecleaning, were friendly and seemed to like working there. One of the other real benefits is that it is located around the corner from Terminus Nord, maybe one of the best bistros in Paris. Great food, great atmosphere. I'd stay here again in a flash.