Usman and his wife Maha are such a nice couple. We shared a lot of interesting conversations and I enjoyed learning their life stories. Usman is a wonderful host. He is super communicative and will check in to make sure you are welcomed. He also gave me good restaurant recommendations. He has a supermarket nearby, which is very cool!
The apartment is located in Barcelonita, very close to the port and it’s 15-20 minutes walk to Las Rambles. The stairs to the apartment are so tiny that it’s impossible to turn or bring your suitcase upstairs. The neighborhood is old but vibrant. The room is very small, so is shower and toilet. There is no designated working space, but you can use the dining table in the kitchen/living room area. Thank god there’s an AC in the common area, otherwise the heat wave makes it unbearable.
The biggest complaint I have is the toilet. I’m petite and skinny but yet I still find it uncomfortable to use it. You just can’t be comfortable sitting on the toilet. The doors are not soundproof and the privacy might not be ideal but the couple is very quiet. If you just need to sleep and shower, this is a very affordable option for 1-2 nights. Recommended for budget travelers who don’t mind comprising comfort, privacy for central location and enjoying what Barcelona has to offer.