We loved staying six days with Jon and his roommate Sara while we explored Barcelona.
They are both friendly and knowledgeable about their adopted city. If they don’t have an answer to a question, they will find it.
The apartment itself is filled with wonderfully quirky pieces created mostly by their artistic friends. The walls, and even some of the ceilings are painted bright colors.
You may have rented a room, but you also have access to the living room/dining room and the kitchen (including the washing machine).
Your room is comfortable and spacious enough with shelf space and a bit of closet space if you want to hang some things.
Floor to ceiling doors open wide to let in the breeze. Some might find that the noise of the city below (you’re a block from La Rambla and just off Placa Reial…do not expect quiet) is too much, just close the doors. There are a fan and a space heater in the closet if you need to change the climate.
A clothesline right outside your doors overlooking the street makes it convenient to hang out your laundry or your shower towel (provided…along with shampoo, shower gel, and sunscreen!).
When you stay with Jon and Sara you are their roommate for the duration. If their schedules align with yours you can expect warm conversations and genuine laughter. It feels like home.
There are plenty of restaurants in the area and mercados to buy groceries if you’d rather cook at home.
The metro (Liceu station) is close by, but there is plenty to do within walking distance as well.
If there is any drawback at all to the place, it is the 92 narrow steps leading to the front door. But don’t think of it as a barrier…it’s a home gym Stairmaster getting your cardio going for your explorations in Barcelona.
Highly recommended! Super hosts! Super place!