We really enjoyed our two weeks in Poble Sec. The apartment was perfect for us as we wanted to prepare some of our own meals and have the ability to do laundry. The kitchen is fully equipped and easy to use. We just loved the neighborhood. It's a real treat to have great access to Montjuic and we took full advantage. The neighborhood is full of fun little bars and restaurants and while we ventured to the more touristy neighborhoods most days, we wouldn't want to stay there. If you are from the United States, as we are, you might not want to share this space with more than one or two people. It's not small by european standards but it is by our standards and I think we would have gone nuts if we had shared it with another couple. It would have worked fine with our daughter in the second bedroom but more than that would have been tight quarters. Having said that, there are two bathrooms, and the larger bathroom is quite large for a european bathroom. Finally, you are in a city and it can be loud, even with the windows closed. But that is what earplugs are for, and i doubt there is any such thing as a quiet apartment in Barcelona. The hosts treat you with respect and we would recommend it to anyone who will in turn treat their nice home with respect.