We loved staying in Lia's apartment. She was very welcoming and we really liked the area. Very Catalan, it didn't take too long to walk to the Gothic Quarter, El Born, Barceloneta and other areas, particularly in the evening if you go for a drink somewhere half way like Bar Oviso on Placa George Orwell. The Paral-lel station is over the road which will take you to anywhere in the city and also has the funiculaire to take you up to Montjuic, the Olympic park and the fantastic Miro gallery - very convenient. Quimet y quimet is a short walk round the corner and is a superb place to have a stand up dinner and drink of wine. Apartment was very spacious and comfortable with a lovely balcony to eat breakfast on or have a glass of wine. Perfect for a weekend exploring Barcelona! Thank you Lia.