Marcela is truly an amazing host. Upon my arrival, she explained all the rules of the place in great detail and also gave me recommendations for what to do in the city and how best to get there. She was extremely patient with my poor Spanish and was always willing to have a conversation about anything. She made me feel very at home right away, especially being that I was a solo traveler—I felt comfortable very quickly. She is also very responsive, if you need anything!
As for the place, it is very clean and tidy—she cleans the bathroom and kitchen areas quite frequently. It is comfortable, charming, and is extremely well-located. Plaza Catalunya and Sagrada Familia are walking-distance, as is the metro station, and there are restaurants, shops, galleries, etc. all at your fingertips. It also achieves a local feel, even being so close to the tourist areas—so if living like a local in a major tourist city is the experience you’re looking for, this is the place to be!