We stayed for one week and had a great time in Barcelona and at Gian and Alba's apartment. Gian was very helpful and met us at the apartment, giving us tips on the area and was also available throughout our stay to offer advice about things like restaurants and catching a can to the airport. The area is very vibrant, with a fantastic street on the doorstep full of tapas bars. Most of the main tourist attractions of Barcelona are within walking distance - La Ramblas, the Gothic Quarter, the Port and Beach, the Olympic stadium and pool are also just up the hill behind the apartment. Metro line within 3 minutes to other sites. The apartment was clean, newly refurbished, had all the facilities we needed and comfortable. Our only problem was due to this being a city centre apartment in a traditional apartment building we did find it quite noisy. The general noise of people above and below as well as street noise - people, cars, rubbish trucks in the middle of the night - is something to be aware of. Also, tip for those staying with children, take a black out blind for the room with bunk beds as the window there faces the hall and as soon as another resident switches on the light (anytime!) the room is flooded with light. Otherwise a great stay, thanks Gian for all the assistance. Would recommend this apartment to couples looking for a lively Barvelona experience.