We -- two singles -- chose Watching Sagrada Familia for our three night stay in Barcelona for two key reasons: the spectacular terrace view of Gaudi's masterpiece and value for money. We could not be more pleased with our choice. The view was beyond expectations and we used the terrace morning and evening to soak up the atmosphere.
We thought that noise might be an issue, being such a tourist mecca, but this was not a problem at all. An advantage from this: the taxi rank right at the door was super convenient and the Hop On, Hop Off buses stopped outside the cathedral. We made use of both.
We were comfortable using the two front bedrooms, and the basic essentials were provided. We shopped at small supermarkets and from takeaways in the same block as the apartment for other supplies. There was a Starbucks and a bakery right downstairs and we had a delicious meal in one of the many restaurants nearby: Casa Angelo.
We also used the washing machine to do a load of laundry and, like the neighbours, dried the clothes on the small balcony line. Our experience here was a highlight of our holiday in Spain and we have no reservations in recommending WSF to travellers wanting an independent experience in a neighbourhood where you won't feel like a tourist...despite the amazing tourist attraction right across the road.