I stayed with a friend at Xavier & Federicos place, their warm welcome made as feel at home from the first second on. The artsy apartment has really cool interior, crafts and art from their own brand. Also it is really spacious, which is simply a great benefit in such a big and sometimes crowded city. The location is perfect for strolls, really quiet and with some cool restaurants / bars close by in the "el born" area. We would highly recommend to stay at their apartment and experience a relaxing time in Barcelona!