Staying in Xavi’s Barcelona attic apartment was our first Airbnb experience – and I think we were really lucky first time! The location is great for exploring all that Barcelona has to offer (Metro yellow line L4 is your friend!). We managed to see everything we wanted from Park Guell (north) to the beaches (south) and (almost) everything in between. We bought the T10 metro tickets which give you 10 single trips and was best value for us – easy to buy at the nearest metro station (Joanic).
The apartment itself has everything you could need and really is very tastefully put together. No issues with noise or anything else that might keep you awake. It is at the top of 2 flights of narrow stairs which are only tricky when carrying your suitcases. The terrace is great to have dinner al fresco or just to sit and read – the outdoor shower is fun too!
Xavi could not have been more helpful! He stayed with us when we arrived until he’d answered all our questions about recommendations locally as well as his thoughts on other places to see – he has a fine collection of maps and was more than happy to talk about the best ways to get to see the most interesting attractions.
A bottle of wine plus (other!) essentials like coffee, bread, butter, jam, milk, etc were provided for us so that we didn’t have to rush off to the shops straight after travelling – we thought that was really thoughtful of him.
Xavi will give you lots of tips of where to eat and drink – which we tried and enjoyed (he was not wrong) but we also enjoyed La Bandaterra (Pork Ribs and chicken wings are amazing); La Trini – if you like Gin & Tonic that is THE place to go! Go to La Vita and try the Foie Mousse – gorgeous 😊 All these places were less than 10mins walk from the apartment – 4 or 5 blocks away.
Be careful of Passeig de Gracia – shops like Jimmy Choo, Versace, Chanel, etc are all there (my husband nearly passed out when I suggested buying some things there!).
So all in all, a great apartment in a great location that is well equipped, clean and comfortable – and with an excellent host; many thanks for everything, Xavi – it was a pleasure to meet you and we hope to see you again someday!