The location is absolutely perfect. One block from the airport express bus drop off and from the Passeig de Gràcia with shops and restaurants. One block from Catalunya square and 10 minute walk to Gothic quarter and Born district (historic center). 10 minute walk to Gaudi’s house. FIona met us and was personable kind efficient and friendly bringing an extra brand new fan. Trade off is no air conditioning and second bedroom is very small and very hot. Option to use sofa bed makes this bearable but means less people can stay there. If you are going when temperatures are lower you should be fine. FIona is looking into adding air con. We are were there on a weekend so the construction noise mentioned by others was not an issue. Thank you FIona and Phil!