Isidre's place was very nice, up to date, clean, with lots of natural light and air. He had everything we needed, including clothes washer and dishwasher soap, coffee, cooking ingredients, and drinks. He was very helpful and responsive to us. It is in a nice, normal neighborhood, with shops, bars, restaurants and groceries within blocks, and an easy walk to two different Metro stations, and then only a couple stations to the center of the historic downtown. Plus you can get to all the major sights (Parc Gaell, Sagrada Familia, and downtown) walking less than 30 minutes.