This apartment is in a vibrant, residential neighborhood, just steps away from the delightful Santa Catarina market. I would not say this is a quiet neighborhood, as there are restaurants open late and people on the sidewalks below at any hour of the morning. However, this is not a party area, no music or clubs nearby so that is how I would translate “quiet for Barcelona”. While the walls could use patching and painting, the beds were comfortable and we had just enough space for our party of five for the time we were there. Considering the excellent location, you will have to expect normal big city noise.