Fantastic location for a first-time visitor to Barcelona! I am a female solo traveler so I take into different safety concerns when I book my accommodations. I felt so safe in this area (even very late at night) and also like I was truly in the heart of the city. The neighborhood is only a 20 min walk from the extremely touristy areas of Barcelona and I was able to enjoy beautiful walks to everywhere I wanted to go during my weeklong stay. The immediate area outside of the apartment is a historic neighborhood with picturesque winding cobblestone streets and a good mix of trendy cafes and wine bars. The apartment was surprisingly quiet (for a city) and very clean and cozy. Highly recommend staying here.