The location was great for us, away from the tourist crowds, but just a block up the hill from a major street with all the amenities (bodegas, upscale organic grocery store, pharmacy, shops, and an Aldi (!!!) a quick bus ride away. Buses run regularly, and the Metro is a few blocks away. But best of all, you can walk through a lovely neighborhood (with wild parrots) to Park Guell when it first opens, like we did, to beat the crowds. Good restaurant a half block away and others within a few blocks' walk.The host was wonderful, meeting us at the apartment, showing us around, explaining how everything works, and answering any questions. We especially enjoyed having a washing machine and a clothesline for our use on the roof.Our only regret was over-packing for our 6-week trip; lugging those 50 pound suitcases and backpacks up the hill and the up the narrow 2 flights of stairs was more than we two retirees from (flat) Florida bargained for. But once there, we loved the apartment!