You cannot find a better spot from which to explore Barcelona than Lola & Joe's apartment in Eixample. It's centrally located to many of the must-see spots for the first-time visitor, which made walking easy and convenient. There are great coffee shops and small restaurants within a block, as well as a lovely wine shop that will sell you a glass on the spot or a bottle to go. Taxis are plentiful throughout the day if you are going further afield. The apartment was spotless and spacious for the three of us. We especially appreciated the two ensuite bathrooms. The terrace was our favorite spot, allowing us to enjoy morning coffee or evening wine and listen to the sounds of the city -- even fireworks on our last night. You can even see Sagrada Familia from the far corner of the balcony, which was a lovely treat in the evening when it was so beautifully lit. Lola was incredibly prompt and helpful in answering all of our questions in advance, and Joe was kind enough to book us a taxi to the airport when we left. The apartment had everything we needed to make the stay comfortable -- washer/dryer, coffee maker and teapot, iron and ironing board. We appreciated the coffee to get us started on Saturday! Lola and Joe provided a comprehensive book with local recommendations for restaurants, a fitness center, markets, pharmacy and more. This was a superb base for our Barcelona stay -- and we will be back!