Alex's place is more or less what you might expect, but make sure you understand the entirety of the listing. This is a single room in a family apartment, there was a dog and a child frequently running around the apartment for the duration of my stay. This isn't necessarily a complaint, as it is clearly spelled out in the listing. There is also not really a private bathroom here, as it is shared by the family. Additionally, as other reviewers have noted, the air circulation isn't the best in this room. I visited in October but imagine it could get quite hot in the summer months. All this being said, I still had a wonderful stay. Alex and family were very friendly, the room was very clean and mostly quiet, and the location was excellent. Several of barcelonas best neighborhoods are easily in walking distance, as are several metro and bus stops, which is the most important thing for a traveler. Overall I would recommend this stay, just make sure you understand what you are getting for your money here!