We had such a fantastic stay in Maria Luisa’s Barcelona apartment! We are a family of six (grandparents, parents, and two children) and there was space for us all to feel very comfortable and at home. It was very clean and fresh, easily accessible for grandparents, and welcoming for kids. This well laid out apartment had plenty of thoughtful touches, and all the things travelers need but don’t carry with them (extra towels, hairstyling tools, makeup remover), as well as a very nice kitchen and even a few special snacks and treats. The real star of the apartment is the spacious patio, which even in late November, was comfortable for coffee in the morning and a glass of wine in the evening.
Maria Luisa had so many helpful, local tips for us, and it was a pleasure meeting a host who is so vivacious, funny and thoughtful. She is the most super of superhosts. The location of the apartment is very convenient for accessing public transportation, many of the sites in Barcelona that visitors come to see, and it gives you the chance to get a feel for living like a local. There are shops, groceries, and places to eat right at your doorstep. It is city-living in an older building, so you do occasionally hear neighbors in the building, creaky pipes, and sirens in the street. However, the neighborhood is peaceful, quiet, residential and safe. We especially enjoyed being so close to Park Joan Miró, where our children had space to run and play every day. We would all very happily stay here again, and were very pleased. It is a lovely space, in a fantastic location, and Maria Luisa prepared everything so well.