I text Alejandro the day before to say we were not arriving until the evening. Received an instant response saying it wasn’t a problem and pop into his Tapas bar next door to get the key. Although the bar was quite busy when we arrived, he took the time to show us around and brief us on the apartment and surrounding area.

The house was on the first and second floor with new aircon in the lounge and bedrooms, wi-fi, instant hot water, a fully equipped kitchen (although we didn’t use it!) and although in an older building, fully modernised throughout. The terrace was especially useful to relax in the evening after the kids were put to bed.

The huge beach is about 10 minutes walk away and 2 tram lines to take you into the north or centre of the city are even closer.

My wife and I tried the tapas bar one night including a bottle of wine and it was delicious. I later found out it was in our guide book too so probably explains why it was busy later in the evenings and bookings are recommended.

I’ve been to Valencia a number of times before and stayed in the city and right on the beach front but for the 6 of us including 2 young children, this house was ideal and I would highly recommend it.