Joan Macau is the perfect host! Two fellow graduate students and myself went to Barcelona for an international conference and we wanted to stay somewhere other than the dorms and a hotel. We found Joan Macau's Apartment with Balcony, Free Wifi on Airbnb and immediately liked it. We got a good feeling from the host, the apartment, and the previous reviews so we booked it. From the moment we booked it, Joan kept in contact with us to make sure we had all the information we needed for our stay. Even in Barcelona, he kept in contact which I thought was very kind of him. The apartment was cleaned everyday and the reception staff were extremely friendly and helpful with all our questions. The location of the apartment was perfect for us in Gracia. Near the school, a 10 minute walk to Park Guell, two blocks away from the metro, and a bus stop right outside. I absolutely love Barcelona and I am already planning my next visit there, and when I do go back I WILL be booking with Joan Macau in one of his apartments again. I raved about it so much, even my parents want to go to Barcelona and stay in one of Joan Macau's apartments. BEST EXPERIENCE EVER! THANKS JOAN!