We enjoyed our short stay at Manuel's apartment in May. It was relatively close to all the major tourist attractions in the city center by foot. On our arrival, we were greeted by Manuel who was very friendly and helpful with various tourist tips. His apartment was clean, very spacious and in a safe neighborhood. The only issue we had, which was out of the control of the host, was the external noise level. Since the apartment is on a major street, the frequent noise from passing vehicles and people may be an issue for light sleepers. Other than that, Manuel's apartment is a great choice and we highly recommend it to those visiting Barcelona!