The previous reviews for this apartment say it all. But for emphasis, I’ll say it again!
Firstly, if it’s your first visit to Barcelona, say ‘yes’ to the check in offer to arrange a driver to meet you at the airport. Especially if you are arriving in the dark and don’t speak much Spanish.
We thought it well worth the 45 euro to have the driver and check-in agent liaising about arrival times, traffic etc, and to be dropped near the apartment building door, after a full day of traveling.
The location is excellent if you like to do the odd touristy thing (5 mins walk to get a taxi or the metro) but mostly meander along alleyways, live and eat more like a local.
Paral-lelo gelato (just opposite the building front door) gets a big thumbs up, as does Tio Joe (5 mins walk) if you feel the urge for a burger when you’ve explored the multitude of tapa bars nearby.
The apartment itself had everything we needed and we felt safe, comfortable and warm - even in winter.
Big ticks on the comfort of the bed and pillows; beside reading lights were a bonus too!
We plan to return to Barcelona (in a better time of year) and will have no hesitation in booking this Airbnb again. Thanks Lluis-Lali!