David’s place was a nice getaway from the hustle of busy Barcelona. The bed is comfy (though a bit creaky if you toss and turn a lot). Good shower to wash off the day and has AC, which was a lifesaver for our trip. Check in was easy and communication with David was a breeze.
When we were heading out, I stupidly left my bag in the apartment and locked us out (once the door closes, you can’t get back in without the key as it acts as the handle to the door). He was quick to call his cleaning person and she came to our rescue.
Functionality: the apartment is in the Gracia neighborhood - 10 minute walk to Sagrada Familia and 20 minutes to Park Guell (all uphill). If you’re looking for nightlife, the closest neighborhood filled with bars is Vila de Gracia - about 15 minutes away. We never took advantage of the metro, but I hear it’s accessible and great if you want to head to Eixample/Gothic Quarter for the evening.