How we loved the Cocoon Apartment in Gracia. We visited several neighborhoods on our trip — and this, by far, was our favorite. The shop-lined streets, the charming restaurants and the ease in which one can get around. All in such balance! Pro tip: when your tire of jamon iberico and heavy tapas fare, try out the vegan goodies at cake shop La Besneta or salads at Quinoa Bar Vegetarià — both a stone's throw from the apartment. Also, my wife, normally measured in her shopping, nearly bought the store at women's boutique Antonieta (just on the corner). Really awesome neighborhood — and the Brummell team has a clipboard full of great recs inside the apartment.
The apartment itself is stylish and tasteful with original details and modern comforts. I only wish we stayed longer to use the wonderful kitchen which was quite big for the size of the apartment. I loved sitting out on the terrace in the morning.
Lastly, a quick word about the Brummell team. Although we stayed in a Brummell apartment versus the hotel, we never felt distant or neglected from the Brummell team. In fact, everyone from the front desk to the hotel chef helped us —
no logistical ask was too much. They were supremely helpful, kind and warm to us. Hope to stay with them again. Thank you!