I didn't actually get to experience much of Barcelona on my trip. My 2nd night there my backpack was stolen along with my keys to the AirBnb, my smartphone, my credit card, etc. Nuria was absolutely amazing and helpful to me in this emergency situation. She paid for me to take a taxi from the police station when I thought my only option was to walk 40 minutes back to the apartment at 7:30am. She generously let me borrow her computer so I could spend the next day calling my phone company and credit card company and try to figure out my next steps.
The apartment is also really great. It was built in 1927 so there is a level of beauty that was unexpected to me. There is an old-fashioned glass-paned elevator that was pretty spectacular. In addition, Nuria has set up the loft to offer a level of privacy. You have a little seating area with a kettle and a mini fridge. The room is just as pictured and really light-filled and beautiful. I also really liked the Garcia neighbourhood. It's out of the tourist hub, but that's what I really liked about it. Lots of shops and restaurants. I wish I had gotten to see more of the area. But meeting Nuria and staying with her was the best part of my trip. She is an extremely kind and worthwhile person.