We were the first guests to stay in this flat's new arrangement. We expected to step through shared common spaces to access our bathroom. Instead, Didi and Dani have rearranged the flat so that we had totally private access to our own bathroom. We had a private suite that was separate from all common areas, with our own balcony. It was a fabulous surprise!
The room is very spacious, with plenty of storage space and our own dining/sitting area. The wifi is good and consistent. We used their washer, and Didi brought us a rack to dry our clothes. It was very convenient. It is on the third floor (second floor for Europeans) so be prepared to climb some stairs.
The location in the El Born is fantastic. We were steps from a local market (where we often bought snacks, picnic supplies, breakfast, and espresso) and only a few minutes walk from great bars and restaurants, metro stops, the Picasso museum, the Catalan music palace, and the Cathedral. We easily explored many of Barcelona's famous sights and neighborhoods from this location.
Didi and Dani are stellar hosts. Didi was very responsive via email, Airbnb messenger, and wh*ts*pp from the day we booked through the end of our stay. When we left a couple important items after check-out, Didi responded within a few minutes and Dani rushed home within the hour to let us in the flat to retrieve our items. Their dog Romeo is friendly and adorable (but was kept out of our way even though we wouldn't have minded playing with him more often).
We would recommend this private suite without reservation and hope to stay here when we visit Barcelona again!