The apartment is in the best possible location for a person wanting to explore the city of Barcelona. There are infinite cafes and restaurants right outside, the best shops, and the view of Casa Batlló is such a special treat. The apartment itself is very comfortable and clean - we slept great - and had everything we needed. My only comment would be that the walls could use a fresh coat of paint, maybe some rugs and artwork on the walls to make it more homey. Also, the hallways of the building are pretty shabby and in need of refurbishing. But those minor things didn't really matter to us - we enjoyed ourselves immensely and will certainly be back!