The location is PERFECT for getting around Barcelona, both by foot and by public transportation (which is very easy to use). Great coffee place right next door, and easy walking distance to many great dining options. Bed is very comfortable. Only downside is a bit of street noise, but then again we are very sensitive sleepers so may not bother others. Oriol was a great host. We got to meet him in person, as we asked him to meet us for tapas in Barceloneta. We treated him, and got to feel like locals as we went from one place to another for a drink and tapas. He was also responsive when we needed something, for example we had some difficulty figuring out the washer/dryer combo.