This is an absolutely lovely apartment for a groups such as ours (three couples and one additional adult). It is up on the 12th floor of the building, overlooking the "core" of the block. The (skinny) balcony affords a view of central Barcelona and the Mediterranean sea can be viewed in the distance (it is about 8 blocks away). There is one queen-size bed and three sets of twins. Towels, soap and hotel-sized shampoo provided.

We were met and did all the handover fine. This is an excellent "home base" from which to explore Barcelona. A few notes for the traveler:

* You are in the Poblenou ("new city") area to the east of Barcelona proper. This is an up-and-coming area, reasonably close to the beach. The clean and efficient Barcelona Metro is several blocks away and can get you to most places quickly.
* You are right near the "Diagonal", a broad boulevard stretching the width of Barcelona. It has a central paved area perfect for biking, rollerblading, etc., and is a pleasure to walk/run along. Life in Barcelona is lived outside, and you will see families, elderly, couples and lots of dogs going about their business.
* We had no trouble finding nearby amenities--ATM, coffee shop, "Meercat" (Market), deli, etc. within a block of the apartment. There is a park just across the street (Barcelona's acreage is 10% park, which along with the way the cut the corners of buildings at intersections make for a very attractive urban experience).
* For a really nice dinner experience, walk over to the Ramblas de Poblenou, and stroll along the area between the Diagonal and the shore. There is a central median which is packed with restaurants which have outside tables. Amble along and choose from all the options, of which there are at least 50. This is a less touristy area, perfect for local atmosphere.
* The locals appreciate if you try and speak a bit of Catalan, which is nearer to French than Spanish. "Bon dea" for "Good day" and "Mercy" for "thank you" will get you real appreciation.
* The apartment has a kitchen with plenty of silverware, dishes, refrigerator, etc. You will need to shop to set yourselves up for any meals in the apartment.
* We misunderstood the directions and didn't phone the host until we arrived at the apartment, instead of from the airport. That resulted in a wait, as he wasn't ready for us and needed to come over. Our fault, but read the instructions you are sent!
* There is air conditioning (not available in many Barcelona apartments), but open the sliding doors in pleasant weather for the breeze.
* Important: This is a two-level apartment, with three bedrooms, and two baths on the lower level down a staircase. Nice, but NOT wheelchair-friendly. One bedroom and half-bath is on the upper level.
* The apartment was spotless upon our arrival.

We would be quite happy to stay here again.