Just finished a great stay at Xavier's place in the cute "hipster" neighborhood of Gracia, which has lots of restaurants and bars and shops but also a family feel. The apartment has lots of space and is well equipped with fast WiFi, a kitchen, and a washing machine. The two balconies were great to look out on a lively street. Esther was cleaning the apartment and was kind enough to let me in very early after I traveled all night.