I met some very friendly hosts before, however Isidre is one notch above. The apartment is stocked with all the necessary consumables to help start your holiday, and then some. Isidre takes his time to highlight the city attractions, and, as a local, he can go beyond some of the city guides.
The apartment is in proximity of many attractions, but away from the noise and overcrowding of the old city. Close to the Arenas, and thus the Montjuic hill, you can hop on the L3 subway in just a few minutes, while walking to the Sants train station is a stroll. There are several grocery stores around the block, as well as bakeries, vegetables and 24 hour convenience stores. A pharmacy sits beside the building.