I had a wonderful stay at Isabel's apartment in Gracia. Isabel is an incredible host who goes above and beyond to make sure her guests are comfortable. Her son greeted me when I arrived and showed me everything I needed to know for a comfortable stay. Isabel is an excellent communicator and was incredibly responsive even when I had a hiccup during my stay.
I found the apartment to be very cozy and had lots of thoughtful touches throughout. I especially enjoyed the waterfall showerhead and patio. I also appreciated being able to do some laundry during my stay. The futon was surprisingly comfortable and I appreciated being in a quiet area outside of the main drag where I was able to rest comfortably after enjoying Barcelona's nightlife.
The location, although a little far from some central neighborhoods, had lots to offer in terms of food and drink and was a 10-12 minute walk from the metro. I was able to get to most of my destinations within a few stops once on the train.
I highly recommend Isabel's home to anyone who wants to feel at home away from home and appreciate's host's who take a personal interest in making sure their guests are comfortable.