Rosa was a wonderful host. Communication with us was prompt and very informative. She was there at the apt to meet us when our taxi pulled up, she explained all the amenities in the apt, laid out a map and helped orient us to our location in the city. She gave us recommendations for sightseeing (cool stuff not found in the guidebooks.) The apt floorplan is great. The large, well stocked kitchen made food prep easy. The AC was cold, the shower was hot, the bed comfortable, the storage was ample, and the washer and dryer worked great. The neighborhood mall across the street was a huge convenience. There, we were able to get new swim suits, (didn't need them at nearby, nude beach, Mar Bella), rent bikes, and buy groceries. (Note: the grocery store has a cool self-serve juicer. We enjoyed a bottle of fresh squeezed orange juice every morning for about $2.00. They also have lockers where we sometimes stored our keys and gear before heading to the beach. Rosa warned us that pickpocketing is a problem in Barcelona - we were careful and experienced no trouble.) We used taxis to get to and from the apt, usually spending 6-10 Euro to get most places. We never called to reserve them as they were very easy to hail right on the corner at all hours. We also stayed in another Airbnb apt in Barcelona, very near Sagrada Familia. It was also very nice but being city centered, it came with the high energy feeling of hustle and bustle that comes with city living. Somehow, Rosa's apt didn't feel this way. Maybe it's close proximity to the beach gave it a more relaxed vibe. Maybe it was just Rosa's, magic. We loved Barcelona and we really enjoyed our too short stay at this lovely address. Rosa presented with the perfect balance of being an accessible host while also respecting our privacy. Thank You, Rosa, for your kindness and great sense of humor. We will remember you warmly when we think of our visit to Spain and celebrating our 20th anniversary in Barcelona.