Emilio was a great host. Communication prior to my visit was excellent, with Emilio helping me to decide how best to get around Barcelona and giving me helpful directions to his flat via public transport. (Aerobus from airport then metro from Urquinaona to Llucmayor). He also advised me of a metro strike on the day of my arrival and suggested alternative routes. He was very helpful in showing my the area and recommending local places to eat and, whilst we didn't see much of each other during my short visit, as I was out of the house for very long hours, he kept in touch by text to make sure I was OK.
Emilio's apartment is located about 20 mins by metro from the city centre. 5 min walk to metro stop and the metro is very easy and inexpensive to use. The apartment itself is exceptionally clean and tidy and I was made to feel at home with a welcome drink on arrival and told to use anything that I needed in the house. Towels were provided and the bedroom door had locks on, which I felt no need to use at all, but as a single female traveller is reassuring to see. The room had a bedside table, lamp, fan, storage, wardrobe with hangers, a small folding desk - all that you would need. Emilio and his flatmate were lovely and invited me to join them for drinks one evening, which unfortunately I had to decline as was SO tired, but the offer was very much appreciated.
I would definitely stay with Emilio again. The price of his accommodation is very reasonable for Barcelona, if you are happy to have the slight inconvenience of being out of the centre. Many thanks Emilio!