Wow, this is a fantastic apartment and Laia was a wonderful host! We were celebrating a big birthday, and unbeknownst to me, my husband reached out to Laia in advance so she had flowers, chocolates, balloons and more awaiting on our arrival. The place is gorgeous - a great place to relax right in the mix of so many of our favorite Barcelona restaurants and sights. The bed was comfortable, the kitchen was well-stocked, and the balcony gave us a great view of the neighborhood. It can get pretty noisy as it’s a busy area, but with the doors and shutters closed, we had no trouble sleeping or resting. The washer/dryer worked well, and Laia’s recommendations for sights and restaurants were excellent. The only slight negative was that there was a bit of a funky smell in the bathroom. It was not very noticeable, but it’s the only thing I’d change in the future. We loved staying here, and we hope to return!