Stayed at Lia's place on my second time to Barcelona - a gift for my boyfriend to watch the football. Lia's place was clean, spacious, modern and in a great location. We appreciated the pastries on arrival having had a delayed flight due to bad weather! Lia was waiting for us in the apartment which was very easy to find and a moments walk from Parallel metro station. The space was on the third floor, but there is a small lift from floor 1. We loved the balconies and can imagine it would be lovely in the sun! The bed was very comfortable, and there was shampoo stocked in the bathroom. Unfortunately I found there was some noise at night (possibly due to the bars on the street below or the hostel next door) which woke me up, which I imagine might be worse in high season, if you're a sensitive sleeper - bring earphones! But apart from the noise, which cannot really be helped, I loved the apartment! It was in a great location (with Carrer Blai the next street over which is a great street for pintxos and a drink!)