Jose Luis is a very gracious host. He is a extremely helpful and quick to respond. His apartment is about five blocks, 8 minute walk from the main tourist area, la Rambla and the first two Gaudi homes to tour. He is about 15 to 18 minutes walking from the Gothic District and Mercado La Boqueria. Probably another 5 or 6 minutes to Columbus Column. Other places like the Sagrada Família and the Parc Güell you should take a taxi for 15 to 20 trip at around 10 euros. We enjoyed our stay very much. There are few things that are unusually for Americans, but not Europeans; such as, how the washer / dryer work, the shower works, full size beds not Queen size, the master bath is separated from the master bedroom by a drape, etc. We adjusted quickly. Plenty of restaurants, pharmacies, shops and grocery stores all around his place. There is an extensive variety of international restaurants within a stones throw from the apartment. You’ll love the place! We loved it!