Alex's place is perfect if for a family holiday. His apartment is spacious, clean and includes some convenient extras; such as a buggy and toys for the kids.
The area itself has plenty of restaurants, cafes, take aways, supermarkets and banks. There is a shopping centre opposite the apartment and behind that is the beach. Parc de la Ciutadella is a short walk away, where you'll find Barcelona Zoo, and near that is Estacion de Francia - which we used to catch the train down to the beautiful town of Sitges. There is a bus stop close by and you won't struggle to find a taxi, but we found most places in the city we wanted to visit walkable.
Alex is a great host. He's very easy to communicate with and kept us informed prior to and during our stay. Thanks again for everything, Alex!