Luis is a kind host who is always willing to help the guests, for example leaving new clean bedsheets during the middle of my one-month stay. The room itself is clean but quite basic, as the photos in the listing show. For furniture, there are two twin beds, a small desk, a basic chair (ok, but not the kind which is comfortable to sit in for many hours), and a wardrobe to hang clothes in. The price is higher than that of many other single rooms, but unlike most of the other such rooms, this one has a private bathroom and AC, is located in the center of Barcelona, and can be rented for just a month or two. (of course, if you’re staying for many months, you should try to find a rental outside of AirBnB, where it will generally be much cheaper according to my local friends).
The surrounding neighborhood El Raval is lively and crowded, although the crowds do bring some decrease in cleanliness. Sometimes you might run into some festivals or a musical or dance performance too! Raval is one of the oldest neighborhoods in Barcelona I believe, and the buildings do show their age (including the one where this room is located). That being said, there are many good, inexpensive restaurants nearby. There’s an Indian restaurant literally next door which I can recommend, and several small markets to do basic shopping as well. Las Ramblas and Liceu metro stop is just about 5 minutes walk away, and Plaça Catalunya is 10-15 minutes walking or a short metro/bus ride away, from where you can reach most parts of the city very easily.
In summary, I would say that if you are looking for a place to stay from which you can explore Barcelona, this is an excellent place. Or if you will be going out of the room for most of the day to a nearby place (such as the University), this is also very good. If you will be staying in the room most of the time, though, I would recommend considering a newer, more comfortable building/room and neighborhood, farther away from central Barcelona. As mentioned, in this Airbnb you’re paying for convenient location; you could probably find a nicer room with AC and private bathroom for the same or less money if you’re willing to live 20-30 minutes away, but that is a trade-off which will differ from person to person. For a place in central Barcelona, though, I recommend this place. Thanks Luis!