Ilia’s mother was very accommodating for our early arrival and was a fantastic host. She was very friendly. We enjoyed chatting with her. We loved Barcelona, and in particular the El Born neighborhood. The apartment is in an excellent location. There are lots of shops, restaurants and patios galore. It’s a nice walk to the beach and to La Rambla (though La Rambla is very touristy). It was quiet and felt very private. It is an excellent setup. The WiFi was good too. It’s an excellent value and we would not hesitate to stay here again. We highly recommend this place.