The easiest checking you can imagine, with clear instructions and even videos! The apartment is new, very well equipped and in great condition. The location is also very, very good. Beautiful area and you just have to take a walk (20 min.) down one of the nicest streets (Pg. de Gracia) to get to the Old town. If you are not up for a walk, you could either stay in the area (Gracia) which is very nice and traditional with plenty of restaurants, or take a bus or metro and get anywhere (Camp Now, the beach or a Shopping Mall) easily. Paolo was extremely responsive and helpful. He answered swiftly even over the weekend! It is also wonderful that there are luggage lockers in the building which are quite handy if you come early or leave late and still want to use the time to walk around without having to drag all your baggage with you. This is what you expect an apartment to be in one of the most beautiful cities in the world. We'll definitely come back!