Alex met us at the apartment ( which is a great location ) promptly, was very friendly & provided an organized notebook of how to use things in the apartment & nearby restaurants, shops etc. Extra personal touches such as flowers & juices, milk etc. we're appreciated. The apartment was amazing & contemporary with furnishing & accents..exactly as pictured in Airbnb..but even better due to small touches such as decorating touches, great towels & bedding. He checked in by text often to ensure that we were having no problems & enjoying Barcelona & came over to say good bye at 7 in the morning. The Exiample neighborhood is wonderful & provides another perspective of Barcelona from more tourist areas, even though most things are waking distance. Great restaurants, supermarkets, bakeries & ships are nearby. I would highly recommend Alex as a host m, the apartment & area of Barcelona. Wonderful experience in spite of rain.