This is a very solid apartment in an incredible location. Like most Barcelona flats, it's small, but it has everything you need. There were three of us (me, my girlfriend, and her 8-year-old son) and we were very comfortable with the one bedroom and the pull-out couch in the living room. There's no real view to speak of--when you look out the living room window/balcony you see other apartment/office buildings--but you want to stay here for the location. Lots of restaurants nearby, and extremely close to Plaza de Catalunya, and only one block away from Passeig de Gracia. Incredibly convenient! The washing machine worked great, and there was plenty of hot water in the shower, although it took about a minute or so to come out. Stove and oven worked fine, and plenty of pots/pans and dishes for cooking at home. Again, it's all about location, and this apartment has it!