Maria is a lovely host and her apartment is very nice! Maria responded quickly to my initial inquiry and the couple of questions I had during our stay. She welcomed us with a nice bowl and fruit and cold water, and had nice suggestions for good restaurants. The kitchen with small seating area is cozy but the nice (partially covered) terrace with plenty of comfortable seating and a dining table is a highlight. The apartment was clean and modern. The beds are comfortable and the air conditioning very welcome on hot Barcelona afternoons. There's a handy outdoor shower. The location is excellent - less than 5 minute walk to two different metro stops (Arc d'Triomf and Place de Tetuan) and 20 minute walk to Sagrada Familia and 20 min walk to Placa de Catalunya (where there is an Aerobus stop to get to/from the airport). The area around the apartment felt more like a neighbourhood and not the busy, overcrowded areas near Las Ramblas. There are several grocery stores nearby (a couple of them 24 hour), and several bars and cafes for a cool drink and some tapas or gyoza. (Bar Roger de Flor was a surprise hit with its delicious Cava Sangria and delicious fried patron peppers!) Maria is fantastic and made us feel very welcome. I recommend this apartment.