Paco - and his english speaking helper Catherine - were perfect hosts. They were responsive and proactive, dealing with our delayed arrival time very professionally and ensuring we had everything we needed. The apartment is top of the range, in an ideal location for a short or longer stay in Barcelona. You are surrounded by the top five star hotels, paying less for far more space and having all the amenities you could wish for. The apartment was recently renovated to a very high standard. No problems at all. Highly recommended.