The key exchange went very smoothly - the hosts made it work around our arrival schedule - we were able to go straight from the central train station to the apartment (a 10 euro cab ride away).

The apartment was very clean, and well stocked with anything you would need during your stay, as well as many different books and pamphlets on Barcelona, and a binder including many different restaurants and recommendations. The air conditioning was also great to have. The hosts also made themselves available in case we had any issues or questions!

The neighbourhood was great - lots of small shops for all the day to day needs, plus at least 2 large grocery stores for one stop shopping. La Ramblas was a short 15 min walk away, or a 2 stop train ride from either metro station 5 min away (which would also feed you to anywhere in Barcelona you may wish to go).

Highly recommended!