I recently returned from a trip to France. My husband and I had a wonderful time and I wanted to thank all the helpful posters to the helpline, especially Tim and Norm who should win some sort of lifetime achievement award.
I've read a million posts requesting a budget hotel for Paris, so I want to pass on a recommendation for Hotel de Nevers. http://www.hoteldenevers.com/
Hotel des Carmes in Rouen is also wonderful and cheap!http://www.hoteldescarmes.com/
Thanks again all!