Alex's apartment is in a great location in Gracia with many grocery stores, bread shops, speciality gourmet food shops, restaurants and bars close by. And, it is located very close to several bus stops and the metro. The street in front and the side streets are well lighted and seemed safe anytime day or night. Although the immediate area is primarily residential with young professionals, there are many small restaurants and bars that open in the evening.
The apartment is as presented in the pictures, very stylish and contemporary. And, yes there are 3 flights of stairs to climb, so large luggage is difficult. We tipped our cab driver to assist with carrying the bags up the first day and we slowly brought them down when we left.
We think you will enjoy the apartment as it is in a very good and central and central area of Barcelona.