The apartment is beautiful, very authentic, and recently re-done. Location is perfect, with easy access to Passeig de Gracia, Placa Catalunya, and great restaurants, without the chaos of Barrio Gotic. We had some problems with the front door lock and the clotheswasher (I should know by now not to use automatic washers in Europe) but our host was very responsive, including late at night, offering to come over to fix things if necessary. Checkin/out was very easy. Apartment has all the amenities, and particularly useful to have the ipad with an electronic list of local attractions, restaurants, etc. Will definitely be back. Thank you!