My wife and I spent a week in Barcelona visiting our son who is spending a semester studying abroad. The apartment was everything we had hoped it would be. The location was perfect for us, within 2 blocks of the Metro station and Sagrada Familia. There are plenty of shops within a block of the apartment to do grocery shopping, or buy produce or wine. Cafes for a quick espresso or a late night drink or bite to eat. The apartment shows exactly as it is pictured and is a great value. We loved the contrast between the old charming elements of the apartment and the modern sleek components. The apartment is quiet but it is a bit of a climb up the stairs. The air conditioning worked well, but the hot water is limited. Overall we would love to stay in this apartment again and would recommend it to anyone visiting Barcelona.