The apartment is more beautiful in person. It's spacious, beautifully designed and decorated, and clean.
You're in walking distance of the wonderful local sites, shops, bars and restaurants (eat at La Pepita, literally a block away!!) of La Gracia; which is not to be missed, and a heck of a lot less touristy and more authentic feeling than other neighborhoods.
The metro is walking distance, along with major sites and attractions. We found ourselves skipping the metro some days and walking down to the Gothic Quarter/Born/Beach from the apartment. It's lovely exercise. When we were too tired, we'd hop on the green line and be home very fast.
We were so thankful for this apartment and would definitely stay again when we return!