This room is in my opinion definitely better and also cheaper than a shared room at a hostel. The location is great, just 30 minutes walking to la sagrada familia, Park Güell and the bunkers (amazing view over Barcelona!). The metro is literally around the corner (1 min walking) and e.g. it brings you all the way to Barceloneta without changing metros. There are lots of supermarkets, coffee bars and restaurants/cafetarias in the area in less than 5 mins walking distance. Also the location encourages you to discover the north side of Barcelona more, which is totally worth it. Antuan gave me tips about places to visit and he will help you out when you ask for information.
The room has old furniture but has everything you need, such as a wardrobe and a small desk for working. Also the wifi is great. Be aware that the mattress is thin and old so it might hurt your back if you have spine/neck issues. Besides that the room is quiet. I slept like a baby but there are some construction works going on in the building downstairs, which doesn’t look like it will be finished very soon so it might wake you up. They start at 8/8.30 am but it didn’t bother me since I was already up by then. The noise is also not constant but more in short episodes so it’s alright.
There is a fan in the room which makes sleeping at night more pleasant during hot summer nights. No mosquitos so you can open the window.
The kitchen and bathroom are also old but very clean. Antuan provided me a shelf in the fridge and freezer.
Antuan and his girlfriend are taking care of a lovebird they found injured on the streets. You will hear him sing when you’re going to the kitchen or bathroom but you don’t hear it in the room. I think it’s very sweet of them to take care of it. It shows that they are good people. They also give you all the privacy you want and won’t bother you at all.