Absolutely wonderful stay in Barcelona in this great place! The only downside to staying here is that your Airbnb experience might never live up to the hospitality provided by Enric and Packo!
The apartment:
Wonderfully updated and decorated. Although it is small, it doesn't feel it... Plenty of room for two people! Kitchen is stocked with all you need to make or eat small meals at the apartment. Bathroom and shower are large enough to accommodate tall individuals... we stayed in some small Euro apartments during our last tour, and this bathroom was by the most spacious and comfortable. You do have to crouch in the attic/bedroom area, but if you are just spending time to sleep up there, no problem!
Location:
Obviously the big perk is the location, you are literally steps away from La Sagrada Familia. We thought it was a nice area—A good mix of local stuff and definitely some more touristy places. We got Hola BCN tickets (buy them when you arrive at the airport!) and used the metro and bus to get around town, it was really convenient having a metro stop so close. There were a couple of quick markets and a grocery store close by, as well as a decent place to get some fresh bread and breakfast pastries.
Amenities:
Enric and Packo have thought of everything! Along with the usual items (hairdryer, iron, bathroom toiletries, etc) they also provide laundry soap and softener. AND—A really warm welcome, set you up with coffee and little snacks for breakfast. In addition, they also went out of their way to provide gadgets to make your experience in Barcelona awesome and easy... A cool TV that has all the attractions websites available and *most helpful* a smartphone to help you during your stay… We used it to navigate the metro, keep our tickets for tourist attractions—it was awesome not to have to buy service for one of our phones. They are TRULY wonderful hosts!
We would not hesitate to stay here again in Barcelona!