Mari's apartment was perfect for our family in so many ways. The locational is ideal, being two blocks from the Sagrada Familia, an easy bus or taxi ride to the beach, and embedded in a neighborhood full of cafes, shops, restuarants, and typical Barcelona life. As a host, Mari made sure we that we understood how to transfer from the commuter train to the local subway line get to the apartment (which was very helpful since the day we arrived there was no taxi service due to a one day, city-wide, taxi strike!). Once we met Mari at the apartment, she spent time reviewing many of the options for sightseeing and exploring Barcelona. She gave numerous personal suggestions and left us feeling confident that we could negotiate the countless offerings of Barcelona. The apartment itself is as inviting, charming, and comfortable as the pictures suggest and the space worked well for our family of four. I really could not be more appreciative for our experience with Mari and her apartment. Thank you!