Javier was very helpful with suggested itineraries, and even brought an Xbox round for our boys as well as leaving us milk and bottled water for the first night.

The flat itself has been renovated to a stylish modern standard, and is very clean and fully equipped. The walk in shower is great, and in late june we didn't need aircon.

The flat is just over a block from the Beach, which is lifeguarded, and a couple of blocks from Poblenou Ramblas which has a lively evening resort feel. There is also a big supermarket.
We used both subway and bus, but preferred the H16 bus which is a hundred metres away. The bus maps are a bit tricky. the subway maps easier.

We recommending buying the local transport card pre-arrival, and taking a picnic to the fountain show at Fira.