This is a great location if you want to feel less like a tourist and more like you are living in this incredible city. Gracia district was a brilliant base, even for our short 4 day trip. The apartment is very spacious, modern and had every convenience we could of needed. There were only 2 of us but 4 or even 5 would be no problem. It was lovely to relax here and prepare food if we didn't want to eat out. We received a warm welcome even though it was a late arrival and could not have asked for more from our hosts. Easy access to the metro but also take the bus otherwise you miss so much travelling underground! one journey on the metro was €2.15 or a 48hr travel pass which included transport back to the airport was €14. Our best meal was at The Hip Fish in Gracia, super fresh food.