The flat is located in Gràcia, a neighborhood with a great deal of culture. A lot of the surrounding restaurants cater to English, but a lot don’t as well. If you’re looking to get out of your comfort zone, this is the place to stay.
The hosts were incredibly accommodating and responsive. The apartment was clean; towels, soap, toilet paper, and anything you’d typically need were stocked.
The flat itself was a short (5 minute or so) walking distance from the Joanic metro stop which runs to most areas of interest in Barcelona. It’s a little bit of work navigating the metro, but if you want to save money, it’s the way to go.
Most of the tourist trap stuff is far from the Gràcia neighborhood, which was a huge bonus. This place made you feel like a local.
I had a great stay thanks to our gracious hosts.