We were very lucky to be able to stay in Àlex's apartment. Gracia is my partner's and my favorite neighbourhood in Barcelona and I encourage all visitors to explore the plazas and labyrinth of streets with shops and restaurants. No chains or big commercial outlets, all is authentic, original, artesanal and quite lovely.
The apartment is very clean, comfortable, easy to be in, and you can open the glass doors to the balconies and let the sounds of the neighbourhood in, or you can slide them closed and be in quiet peace. My favorite part of the apartment is the bed which is very comfortable and I must say I was a bit sad to leave it.
The communication with Àlex was fabulous and very smooth, and anytime we needed anything he immediately responded. That makes a big difference as we all know. I would recommend this apartment and if I need it again I'll be there -- tucked into the comfy sheets of the bed, happy as a clam.