We stayed in three different venues during our visit to Barcelona and this airb&b was unfortunately underwhelming.
PROS
Communication was very good from the moment of booking until check out.
The apartment was very chic and beautifully decorated.
The location is fabulous and very close to many tourist attractions.
CONS
The Check-in process was very extended and time-consuming. If we stayed only in one place we would take it as a standard but since we stayed in other two apartments we could see a huge difference.
I booked this apartment with my clients in mind. I was the organiser and I was responsible for covering the costs.
My clients decided to stay in a different hotel which meant it was only myself and my husband to be checked in.
We were told that all 4 have to be checked in online with proof copies of passports.
I had the option of editing our booking but as I mentioned we were on a work trip and it really added pressure to our day.
Eventually, we received copies of the passports from our clients but it was an awkward and quite unprofessional ask on our end.
The apartment is located in a residential area so it isn't suitable for parties.
For us was ideal as it was a work trip so we really appreciated all the comforts, especially THE PATIO!
In saying that the host kept stressing the importance of keeping noise levels to a minimum as the neighbour will not hesitate to call the police.
This is very understanding but after our reassurance that this will be a work trip for us and there is no need for concerns we still received follow up message stating the above. It made us slightly uncomfortable.
Pictures don't reflect what the apartment looks like. I am a photographer and I could tell that the images were taken with wide-angle lens making rooms much larger than reality.
Last small note. For the amount of money we paid for each night we would expect the dinner napkin dispenser to have some paper napkins and more than one roll of toilet tissue. It's a small thing but it would save us a trip to a supermarket on our first night.
I wish I could leave a more positive review as the place is really pretty. We really prioritise experiences during our travels and unfortunately this time we didn't receive it.
~Kate