This place was in a great small neighborhood and very close to many restaurant options including a gelateria and empanadaria that we frequented multiple times. It may seem like it isn't close to many tourist attractions, but we walked everywhere, except to Montjuic Castle. It was a quick 10-15 minute walk from the nearest Metro station to the apartment. The back patio was PERFECT! Yes, as others have said, it was noisy, but that is because Barcelona is a bustling city, there are many people around, and there's a vibrant nightlife. I slept with earplugs and it was very manageable. I would NOT let this deter you from staying in this place. I'd stay here again if I go back to Barcelona.