Esther's place is an outstanding value. It is a funky, quirky garret in the midst of the two coolest historic neighborhoods, El Born and El Gotic. If you are a reasonably healthy person, the stairs will be fine. It's really hard to get the layout from the photos, so I'll try to describe: upon entering, you go up some stairs that open onto a sitting room. The toilet nook is also at the top of the stairs. You go through the sitting room into the kitchenette alcove. There is a small fridge, hotplate, toaster, pots and pans, etc. Off that alcove is another small sitting/dressing room, which has a daybed, armoire, dresser. Off of the dressing room is the shower room. Go back out to the kitchen alcove and there is a door that leads to the roof terrace, with great views and lots of plants. Walk across the terrace and enter a separate dwelling where the bedroom is. Esther's place has more sitting areas than you might expect. In the main area, there are steps between every room; it's funny and quaint. The place has plenty of space heaters and fans, which is great. The garret is just behind one of the huge food markets in Barcelona. There are tons of places to eat just steps away. The Catalina Cafe has excellent coffee and breakfast and lunch deals. So easy to walk everywhere from this spot. Everything seemed close. It's only a 10 min walk from Placa Catalunya, which is where the airport shuttle drops you off. If you're looking for an affordable, unique experience in the perfect area, this is it.