My family - wife, adult son and daughter and their spouses recently spent two weeks in Europe- 4 nights in Berlin, 4 nights in Paris, and our final four nights in Rafael's apartment in Barcelona. By far the best experience we had was in Rafael's place and neighborhood. The apartment was clean, spacious and well located. Local cafe's, stores, restaurants and bistros were within walking distance and a subway stop was less than a block away. Rafael and his wife Tonia were friendly and very helpful. I highly recommend this apartment.