Vir’s place is a beautiful place to stay, very stylish and well thought out in terms of the amenities she provides. The area is certainly not touristy, you are staying in the middle of a bustling neighborhood. For us this was a great way to really experience El Raval and Barcelona in general, but if you are looking for a more “vacation” or “resort”-like stay then Vir’s apartment may not be the place you’re looking for. Due to the business of the neighborhood, it was also louder than we expected, but it is manageable and certainly doesn’t make things miserable. Overall, Vir’s apartment was a really beautiful and authentic place to stay in Barcelona.