We loved staying at Stefanie and Joan’s place! They weren't wrong about the amazing panoramic views of Barcelona afforded by the apartment and the terrace as they are spectacular. Make sure you make the short climb to the nearby 360-degree viewpoint (known as the Carmel Bunkers/Toro de la Rovira) too for a sunset view you won't forget!
The apartment itself is in a good location (if you're happy with walking up hills - although the nearby outdoor escalators were a welcome surprise!), with the closest Metro station not too far away if you don't mind a 10-20 minute walk. We'd recommend buying a T10 ticket and getting the bus, which stops close by.
The apartment was stylish, clean and the perfect size for a couple looking for a base from which to explore Barcelona over a week. Stefanie and Joan were brilliantly communicative, sending us plenty of advice and tips before and during our stay. Check-in with Joan's lovely mother was a brilliant experience, too!
The only minor downside we experienced was the roadworks outside the apartment every morning from 8am - but hopefully those are only a temporary fixture of the area.
All in all, though, this is a great place to stay for those exploring Barcelona for the very first time.
Gracias Stefanie y Joan!