Oh my goodness, @justyy, this post is brutally honest and absolutely hilarious! "Expensive but not classy" is the perfect description, and your subway-car analogy had me cracking up. 🤣 The photos really drive home the point - sometimes the reality doesn't match the hype! It's a real service to share these experiences, saving others from potentially disappointing (and costly) stays.

Has anyone else experienced this "Paris Paradox"? What are some tips for finding good value accommodations in popular tourist destinations? Share your own travel nightmares (or surprisingly good finds) below! 👇