I stayed, with a friend, in Mires' apartment for 4 nights. The apartment is bright, airy, fully equipped and extremely well situated - the port is a 15 minute stroll as is La Rambla. There are tube stations in close proximity, providing a gateway to all of Barcelona's majestic sights.
From the terrace you can see down onto the Mercat De St.Antoni. Airbnb describe this as "one of Barcelona's busiest and extensive markets" however, their researcher needs to do his job properly because it is currently a construction site and, I believe, has been for a few good years. We never heard any noise from the works going on....absolutely no disruption whatsoever, being 4 floors up probably helps though! Infact, we actually saw only 5 construction guys at any one time and joked that at this rate the Market will be finished at around the same time as La Sagrada Familia...circa 2026!
We whittled apartments down to 3 and chose this for it's terrace and it did not disappoint. It was a perfect setting, after a day on one's feet, to chill with wine (lots of) and music playing outside.
I highly recommend hopping on the bus (A1) from the airport..it is fast, efficient and inexpensive. The stop is between 5 and 10 minutes from the apartment, depending on how little/short your feet and legs are and how much luggage!
There are plenty of food shops/stalls nearby and a large supermarket approx. 5 minutes walk (again see above re feet and legs).
Mires is a very helpful host, with the added benefit of a sense of humour! I will certainly be recommending to family and friends and I look forward to returning to Barcelona and hopefully, before 2026!
Nicola