We were offered this apartment, as the original choice in Gracia area wasn’t available due to maintenance problems. Certainly a great location to explore. Loads of restaurants, cafes and bars within a few minutes walk.
Our slight problem was that the apartment is directly across the road from a ‘Tapas Bar’ by name but in reality, just a hang out for people playing cards and smoking weed. They didn’t stop shouting and arguing outside until 4am and this wasn’t great with a small child. The sliding door on the balcony didn’t really close properly either. We also found quite a few bits of paper from previous guests and a fair bit of dust and fluff.
I don’t think we would have cared so much a few years ago and if you’re after a decent apartment in a central location, you won’t go far wrong if you’re going out all the time. Unfortunately, if you’ve got kids, you might want to avoid due to the aforementioned bar opposite!
We had a really good time and check in was easy. Lift worked sometimes but generally avoided it after not working on the first night.