When you travel, there are those faces you never forget. Those who welcome you with a smile after a long day on the train, who share the best tips about the neighborhood, or who save your life with a forgotten adapter.
At AIJ Paris, the reception team is like the beating heart of the hostel. So today, we’d like to introduce them to you!
👋 Marion — The conductor
“I’m here to make sure everything runs smoothly, from check-in to the last croissant at breakfast!”
- Position: Head of Reception
- Languages: French 🇫🇷, English 🇬🇧, a bit of Spanish 🇪🇸
- Her special skill: knows all the bakeries in the 11th arrondissement (and their cookies)
- If you like: well-organized plans, reliable info, detailed maps
😄 Youssef — The good deal expert
“Want a cool night out or an unusual stroll? Come see me.”
- Position: Day Receptionist
- Languages: French 🇫🇷, English 🇬🇧, Arabic 🇲🇦
- His special skill: his secret notebook of budget restaurants and local bars
- If you like: chatting, laughing, and discovering Paris off the beaten path
🌙 Clara — The guardian of your nights
“I’m here when everyone is asleep (or almost). And I love it.”
- Position: Night Receptionist
- Languages: French 🇫🇷, English 🇬🇧
- Her special skill: knows all the subway lines even during strike nights
- If you like: late-night chats over herbal tea or subway plans
🎒 Mateo — The backpacker turned receptionist
“I was a guest here two years ago. And I never really left!”
- Position: Reception & Activities
- Languages: Spanish 🇪🇸, French 🇫🇷, English 🇬🇧
- His special skill: hosts game/apero nights with a charming Spanish accent
- If you like: meeting new people, smiles, and infectious good vibes
💬 And all the others…
Because a hostel is like a big house, there’s also:
- Sophie, always available for groups
- Léo, our tourism intern who learns quickly (and makes the best playlists)
- And the members of our cleaning team, without whom nothing would be possible!
Why are we telling you all this?
Because you’re not just a room number.
At AIJ Paris, every traveler counts, and we love being part of your adventure.
We’re here to guide you, listen to you, help you out… and often, to make you laugh!
📍 Come say hi at the reception, even if you don’t have a question.
A smile or a little joke is always appreciated 😄
And if you’re unsure what to do tonight in Paris… you know whom to ask 😉
