Mat was a wonderful host -- very welcoming, always responsive, and enthusiastic to help with anything. The apartment is in the best possible location in Barcelona in the Eixample district, a block away from the Passeig de Gracia with all the shopping and only a few minutes' walk away from the Born district as well as the tourist attractions in the old city. The apartment is gorgeous and looks just like the pictures, with lots of natural light. We loved staying here!