Ricard's apartment was great for our four day stay. It is close to most things, fifteen minutes to the Segrada Familia and getting into the city was a 30 minute walk. Lots of good restaurants nearby. We return to Barcelona in a month and look forward to staying at Ricard's apartment. The balcony was a bonus and a place to sit for a drink at the end of a busy day. We would thoroughly recommend it to anyone.