We had a wonderful stay in Barcelona thanks to our host Jesus and the weather! From the moment we arrived, following the good directions on the website, Jesus was most welcoming, explaining everything to us and assuring us that he would be available should we need him for anything. The fact that we did not as the apartment was so well furnished and equipped speaks positively about our experience. The apartment itself was lovely - a perfect retreat from the busyness of Barcelona after lots of sightseeing. It was comfortable, warm and light, with everything we needed to cook, eat, and keep clean, as well as relax with TV, music or internet. Beds were comfortable (the double one a little squeaky!). As far as convenience goes, there are shops, pharmacies, banks and cafés nearby. We tried Casa Fausto one evening and were very pleased with it.
With regard to transport, the apartment could hardly be bettered. A bus stop just outside with a frequent service through the city and down to Port Vell, and a metro station 5 minutes’ walk away. We used the T-10 ticket system and found it worked very well. Also within easy walking distance (downhill!) of Park Guell. We had a car as we had come from a family wedding in Zaragoza, and it was helpful to be able to leave it securely in the parking garage until we needed it to take a trip out to Montserrat, take family members to the airport and for our own return.
If you want to be in the middle of the action, then this apartment is not for you. But if you want somewhere clean, quiet, well-furnished, warm and comfortable, with fantastic transport links, this is a great place to stay. We certainly hope to go back. Thank you Jesus.