Pilar and Jose's apartment is everything described and better. My wife and I were so comfortable that we could feel exactly what it would be like to live in Barcelona (and we enjoyed it). I loved the neighborhood with the convenience of grocery stores, produce markets and small bodegas to eat and have coffee, wine or a beer. Or if we felt like cooking something, everything we needed was there. Buses are right outside the door and within a few blocks are two major Metro lines to take you anywhere in the city. It was nice to be able to walk three blocks and see the spectacular Sagrada Familia Basilica, then return to this nice cozy place away from the crowds. When we travel, we like to visit the sites and mix in with the crowds, but don't like to stay in the middle of them. This was the perfect location for us.