Ricard's Airbnb was outstanding -- beautiful, spacious, comfortable, spotless, well appointed, and in a very central location. But it was Ricard's personal attention to detail, his excellent guide to the neighborhood and Barcelona, quick responses by Whatsapp to our questions, and helpfulness that put it over the top! Usually the choice of an Airbnb over a hotel comes with some compromises but I felt that Ricard was as helpful as any hotel concierge -- perhaps more!
Things we loved: comfortable bed with foam mattress that completely masked your bedmate's movements at night, washing machine on rear covered balcony with two lines for drying, pod coffee machine, great wifi, roomy kitchen and dining table, comfortable couch, lots of storage space, and small balcony off of living room. It was also a short walk to the metro, and the neigborhood offered lots of options for drinks and meals.