The Godo apartment on Paseo de Gracia exceeded our every expectation! Having only one other direct review, we were hesitant to book this gem -- and how tragic that would have been! Santiago's apartment in the heart of "the" best street in Barcelona was divine.

The grandest aspect of this unit is the view of the Casa Batillo across the street from large bay window and smaller terrace (table for 2). We enjoyed this Gaudi gem's splendor morning and night (all lit up quite stunning). The fifth floor vantage ideal.

The photographs do little justice to an interior that is both modern yet very comfortable. Ample furnishings in the main living space and very comfy beds made lingering in this apartment easy to do. The layout is really 2 units in one -- rather ideal for two families or one (like mine) traveling with teenaged children. As you enter - there is a computer and printer in a foyer zone where thru the left door you find 2 twin bedrooms and baths and one king bed / living zone and bath (a television wall divides the bed from sofa area and fully stocked kitchen). On this side there is also a small workout zone with exercise bike and a washer and dryer.

Through the right door off of the foyer, there is another twin bedroom/bath and a larger dining / living / king bed layout (with large tv wall dividing). This side has a large bath adjacent to King bed. We estimated the combined apartment 2200-2500 sq feet (our guess only). Two families traveling would each have own kitchen / living zone with one side 3 bedrooms / baths plus the washer/ gym and the other side two bedrooms/ baths with larger living zone, terrace and view of Gaudi house. I questioned beforehand that the king beds might be too exposed to the two living zones but we found the beds to be quite "hidden" and not a concern at all. Wifi was blazing fast.

The apartment logistics aside, we were met by Jordy who provided maps, magazines, suggestions -- and even a bottle of complimentary wine. He gave a thorough and welcoming introduction to the unit - and Barcelona. Starbucks, numerous tapas restaurants and a grocery steps sway /- not to mention excellent shopping. Building has concierge and elevator (limited staff there due to holiday). Prior to arriving, Santiago was very timely in response to my many questions and I found him to be 100% accurate in his descriptions. Only snafu was relying on what's app to initially connect after landing (it did not work in airport).

This unit is freshly remodeled without a mark of wear decorated and designed very tastefully. Baskets of toiletries, a stocked wine frig and treats in the kitchen just a couple of added luxuries. We can not give Santiago's spot a single note of negativativity-- for us, it was perfect!