Amanda's place is even better than advertised. Very modern, absolutely spotless and perfectly located just on the outer edge of Gràcia -- just a few blocks away from the Fontana Metro station. The location gives you the best of both worlds -- very close proximity to the hustle and bustle of Gràcia but with the serenity and quiet of not being in the middle of it all. The terrace is nice and sunny, the AC operates well, and the apartment has both a new washer AND a dryer (a rarity in Spain). Amanda was a great host. Although we never met, she was always just a message away with a response to anything I needed. She had left me a bottle of Rioja and a large bottled water for my arrival. She arranged a taxi to the airport for me (I had a really early flight), which I really appreciated. Gràcia is a great neighborhood to get a local feel for Barcelona and Catalunya, full of plazas, markets, little shops and places to eat. It's also a safe and simple base point for exploring the city, thanks to the efficient Metro and ferrocarril systems. I stayed at the apartment even though I was traveling alone, so I used only one of the three bedrooms. Don't hesitate to book this place, even if you are traveling solo or are a couple. It's worth it.