We drove a rental car from Barcelona and it took quite a while to find a white parking spot (white spaces are free 24 hrs- Blue are 2 hours- or you can squeeze in the paid garage). Also, be aware of random men showing up to “help” you park (one very drunk) for money;). Don’t be alarmed, it’s a very safe and friendly neighborhood!
We temporarily parked out front, put our flashers on, took our luggage to the apt, then found a parking spot 10mins walk away (super walkable neighborhood- we did not move our car for 4 days)! Once you walk up (or take the small lift) to Magui’s sweet apartment, you instantly feel relaxed from the stressful drive (take a taxi! No need for a car here;). Photos are accurate. Lots of plants, eclectic mix of art and furniture, and a new washer to use. Small kitchen but we cooked just fine in it, everything was clean, and bed was comfortable.
A short walk to the old town center, where we loved the friendly people and excellent cortados at Mayan Coffee- right next to Torres de Quart, where we walked up the stairs to the top (it’s free:) for the amazing view of the city.
Lots of noise from the city streets below the apartment- people talking, etc. But, it’s part of the experience of being in a neighborhood, and we even had some musicians play in the street right below us one afternoon and they were awesome. Magui was super responsive, answering our many questions via text and very friendly/helpful. We would stay again for sure. We loved Valencia! Gracias Magui!