Had a few nights in Barcelona before going to the islands and having stayed in Gracia before I knew I wanted to return. The street the apartment is on is very quiet and a short walk to Passeig de Gracia with great shopping/eating. Sofia was very warm and welcoming and lives in the same building. The apartment had a clean bed and clean bathroom which was all we needed but the kitchen seemed to have basic tools should you need to cook. AC was also a blessing in the summer heat. We enjoyed our stay!