I have high praise for the reception staff. The elevator was under repair when I arrived, but the receptionist made sure my suitcase was taken upstairs (two flights) so I didn't have to carry it. Later, when the Wi-Fi went out, a very nice (different) couple at reception spent 20 minutes finding out and fixing the problem. They also arranged for, and confirmed with me, a taxi for 5:30 the next morning. This was my second stay in this hotel. The rooms are compact, but modern and clean. If street noise bothers you, ask for a room off the boulevard; personally, I like the night view of the handsome old Gare Matabiau. I don't know how fluent staff members are in English because I spoke French.