I stayed in Salvador’s apartment for four nights in November - December. From the start, I noted how chic everything was! It was better than the pictures! It did not even make any difference that it was five flights up! It was worth it for the dual balconies overlooking the bustling street below.
During my stay, the apartment was adequately heated for which I was grateful since the temperatures dipped into the low 30’s during the night. The water pressure was also good in the bathroom and kitchen; the water heated quickly. And the bed. It was so comfortable; too often I didn’t want to leave!
As far as the location, it was more than ideal. Within 100 ft is a great coffee shop (HanSo Cafe), located directly across the street from a super market. In addition, all the tourist sites were within walking distance. I walked to El Retiro Park, CaixaForum, etc. and never took the metro once, which is less than 500 feet from the apartment. I really could not have asked for more!
Finally, I have to note how proactive Salvador was. He followed up a wk before my arrival and during my trip from Barcelona to Madrid. He was also sympathetic when I missed my train. Overall, it was evident that he took great care in his guests’ comfort. That’s always very much appreciated especially when traveling a great distance from home. Thank you so much, Salvador!