This was a great apt in a fairly newly rehabbed building. Good elevator, secure doors, nice view from the penthouse. Great A/C. The fridge even came stocked with a few beers, cokes and waters. No less than 3 grocery stores in a 3 block radius.
Pilar greeted us and couldn't have been nicer. She spent time showing us the whole map of Barcelona. Location was stellar; close to Metro stops, 15-20 minute walk to La Rambla. Neighborhood seemed very safe, lots of nice little shops everywhere. We had the most fun on Blai St, which is a walking street full of tapas bars about 10 minutes walk in the Poble Sec. La Tasqueta de Blai! Highly recommended. Closest metro stop connects right to the Mt Montjuic funicular for a fantastic view of the city and the old castle up there and surrounding parks. To save money, consider riding up and walking down through all the gardens.
The Passieg de Gracia is the area where the Gaudi house and Casa Mila are located, and is a beautiful wide walking street. You will be absolutely amazed at the amount of street cafes.
Also, the L3 green line is at the closest stop, Paral.lel, and it connects directly to the Aeropuerto Train for 4.60E. Little did we know the Gay Pride parade was scheduled for 5 PM on the Paral.lel two blocks away. Entertaining if you're open-minded.