Manel has a very smart looking apartment which is over a 100 years old but has all the latest gadgets, furnishings etc. Bright, comfortable, cosy and convenient, the building has a lift and is in the L'exiample area and is not far from all the major tourist spots. Also, you can find public transport close by as well as Restaurants, supermarkets , bakeries and convenience stores.
Manel himself is a great guy. Friendly and with vast knowledge of Barcelona, he was there to greet us and spent almost an hour explaining to us all the info one could possibly need. He also left us a bottle of wine which was kind of him.
We wish we could have spent a few more days at his appointment but unfortunately it was fully booked.