Bright, Elegant, Center Town. Lift. Quiet. 7 Windows. Green Engagement.

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Host

Wonderful

1 bathroomSleeps 361 sq m

Popular amenities

Washer

Parking available

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Dryer

Explore the area

Barcelona, Cataluña, Catalonia

Boqueria Market
5 min walk
La Rambla
6 min walk
University of Barcelona
8 min walk
Barcelona (BCN-Barcelona Intl.)
27 min drive

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living room

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Dining

Living area

Exterior

About this property

This stylish, open plan studio apartment in the El Raval District, has capacity up to 3 persons.

A vibrant green colour scheme features throughout this comfortable studio with a double bed and a single sofa bed. Recline after a long day of sightseeing in a living area where natural sunlight bounces off wooden floors and illuminates the entire space. Its 4 windows and 3 balconies wellcome the sun and the views to the beautiful square with trees in fron of the building.

There is a full equipped kitchen and a bathroom with a shower.

There is Air Conditioner and heater.

Nespresso coffe machine to enjoy nice breakfast. Microwave, overn, juicer, ...

The apartment is also equipped with a 42' flat-screen TV, computer with ADSL, free WiFi, DVD player.

The Green Loft commitment: All energy used in my apartment is 100 % clean sorces.
No nueclear.
No gas.
No coal.
No fuel.

Official Tourist Permit Number: HUTB-003091

Area:
Lined with performing street artists, painters and buskers, famous La Rambla Street is a 10-minute walk away. Appreciate some of Barcelona’s most beautiful buildings by walking for just 2 minutes’ to the Contemporary Art Museum, 7 minutes’ to the National Library of Catalonia and 15 minutes’ to Palau Güell.

There is a wide range of cuisines located closeby, and bars, restaurants and cafes are located on every corner. The nearby Plaza Catalunya Square is the perfect starting spot for any visit.

EXTRAS:
The council of Barcelona impose a TOURIST TAX of 5€/person/night maximum 7 nights (younger than 17 don't pay)

Monthly Rate doesn't include the cost of supplies (water and light)

Please note: For arrivals from 20.00hrs to 23.00hrs there is a supplement of 25.00€. This is increased to 40€ if your arrival is after 23.00hrs. Arrivals after 1 a.m. has a 60€ extra charge. This charge is not included in the price quoted.

Property manager

Victor Bello

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Parking available

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Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 2:30 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking ONLY outside in the balconies.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Barcelona

Located on the waterfront, this apartment is in Downtown Barcelona, a neighbourhood in Barcelona. Park Güell and Palau de la Música Catalana are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit La Rambla and Boqueria Market. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys or Palau Sant Jordi. Windsurfing and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing and cycling nearby.

Barcelona, Cataluña, Catalonia

What's nearby

Boqueria Market - 5 min walk
La Rambla - 6 min walk
Barcelona Cathedral - 11 min walk
Plaça de Catalunya - 12 min walk
Sagrada Familia - 7 min drive

Getting around

Sant Antoni Station - 5 min walk
Plaça de Catalunya Station - 12 min walk
Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

‪Caravelle - ‬2 min walk
‪Dr. Beer & Mr. Fried - ‬2 min walk
‪33/45 - ‬1 min walk
‪Bismillah Raval Kebabish - ‬1 min walk
‪Fat Schmuck - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Bright, Elegant, Center Town. Lift. Quiet. 7 Windows. Green Engagement. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bright, Elegant, Center Town. Lift. Quiet. 7 Windows. Green Engagement.?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Bright, Elegant, Center Town. Lift. Quiet. 7 Windows. Green Engagement.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bright, Elegant, Center Town. Lift. Quiet. 7 Windows. Green Engagement. located?

Located in Downtown Barcelona, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Rambla del Raval, La Rambla and Boqueria Market. Barcelona Cathedral and Plaça de Catalunya are also within 15 minutes. Sant Antoni Station is only a 5-minute walk and Liceu Station is 8 minutes.

9.2

Wonderful

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl Taylor

22 June 2018

Wonderful Owner

We arrived at Barcelona Airport and rang the contact as advised. She informed us the owner was waiting at the apartment and that there had been a problem with the plumbing! This was a bit worrying. However when we arrived at the apartment Victor met our cab and apologised profusely because his apartment was not fit to take us. He had called an emergency plumber to fix the broken pipe but he was unable to have the repairs completed before our arrival as quoted. Once this was confirmed Victor then set about finding us another apartment. He came with us in the cab, took us into our new apartment and showed us how everything worked. He had done wonders finding us a beautiful apartment in such a short time. The apartment he found was in a great location, really clean, well laid out and equipped and suited us perfectly. He gave us advice about some great restaurants and sightseeing and checked with us after the first day that everything was right for us. He coul not have been more apologetic and was obviously really concerned for us. He is a lovely young man and I am sure that even though we didn't get to stay in his apartment anyone staying there will be very well looked after. We also appreciated the lovely bottle of wine he had arranged for us. Thank you again for your kindness Victor you helped to make our stay in Barcelona a great one!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Mark P.

19 July 2016

Excellent Location Great character

Owner extremely helpful on arrival and throughout, location good for many attractions and ease of access to public transport, clean and tidy, reasonable rates

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2016

8/10 Good

Geri L.

23 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

As advertised— and that’s good!

We were very pleased to see that the property looked as expected and has a lot of character. It was well equipped and Victor’s colleague Marc was responsive by phone and messages, even if not showing up as expected when issues arose. None of those issues were serious. We really liked the neighborhood and the view from the windows. The A/C worked well and closing the windows blocked the street noise effectively. We experienced one serious safety issue on our last night. A family member closed an interior door without knowing that the door didn’t have a handle on the inside. My husband and I were locked in with no means of escape if such were necessary and we couldn’t get to the bathroom either. I’m sure they will get that fixed. All in all, we would recommend this place to others.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Niki W.

10 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for our needs

Definitely bright apartment, lots of light and windows. Neighborhood a little sketchy at night, but the Euro cup was happening and people were celebrating. The washer was a blessing and the place had all the amenities of home. Conveniently located to many shops and apartment sits above an awesome little restaurant that serves the best tacos ever! Marc was very accessible. We locked ourselves out late at night and he responded right away and got us back into the apartment. Would definitely stay again. We enjoyed our stay and felt welcomed by the culture.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

The Design Intent

26 June 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Barcelona

Great place. Close to all the good stuff in the city. Perfect place for a couple.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stefan C.

19 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Neuve noches en El Raval

The stay was quite pleasurable. Many sights of interest were within walking distance, along with very good tapas and galician restaurants. There were many supermercats and other services in the area. The neighbourhood, however, looked a little sketchy for Old Barcelona, but we had no issues - it's a major city, with all that goes with that.

Stayed 9 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Hendrikus v.

3 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Comfortabel verblijf midden in de bruisende stad

We hadden een heerlijke week midden in Barcelona met dit appartement als rustpunt. Ondanks de haperende lift was ons verblijf heel comfortabel.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

robin w.

22 June 2023

Liked: Check-in, location

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

HUGE BED BITES BEWARE

Requested clean linens for filthy pillow, duvet cover for dirty comforter. 2nd day covered in BED BUG BITES !!!! Huge welts. Took picture for host. Clean linens did not arrive until night before we left…. 5 days. Would not recommend this until it was fumigated. Victor has not responded dealing with this issue. We would like half of our payment to be refunded.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alan H.

14 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable and Sunny Apartment

We spent 4 nights and felt very comfortable during our stay. We were able to walk to many sites from the apartment. The outside appearance isn't appealing, but once you are inside it is lovely, lots of sunshine which made the space feel spacious. The apartment had all that was needed and everything worked well. We would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Brenda H.

11 June 2023

Liked: Location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Check-in, communication

Excellent Location

Apartment is an amazing location and very nicely decorated. There is lots of space and the building itself was secure and quiet. Also, great to have a clothes washer! Be prepared for noise from the street (ear plugs are necessary). The check in process was confusing as we never received instructions and had to contact them. The bathroom had clearly been used just prior to our arrival :( and the kitchen needs a good cleaning.

Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Noel M., Vancouver

12 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Spot

In a safe, relaxed community of student and immigrants. Really easy to get around. Apartment was as advertised and owner and manager were proactive and responsive. I'd stay again.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katy K.

21 Mar 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Adorable apartment in groovy neighborhood

Central location, very comfortable and up to date. Loads of food shops and restaurants, steps away from the Boqueria. Well equipped kitchen with plenty of pots and pans for simple meal prep. Excellent experience.

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Robert B., New York

19 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bohemian Rhapsody

El Raval is the hipster neighborhood of Barcelona, replete with graffiti, thrift shops, tattoo parlors all around. The flat is located on the third floor above a sceney bar/restaurant called Fat Schmucks. We chose the location because it is very near the famed La Boqueria market and we were eager to sample food from a variety of stalls. The apartment is pretty much 'as photographed' and functions very well. Flor, the property manager, met us outside and toured us through the ins and outs of the apartment. She followed up and sent us some recommendations of museums and restaurants. Thank you Flor! The main living room/dining room/bedroom was comfortable and had lots of windows. The A/C was very efficient. The washer/dryer was a big plus, as we were on a three week trip through Spain. I might recommend that the owners replace the bed and the linens with more luxe appointments, as this would go a long way to giving the apartment a 4/5 star hotel feel. All in all, we enjoyed our stay in the apartment and in this colorful neighborhood of Barcelona. To be fair, we were probably on the older side of people who choose this location.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacques C.

16 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellente localisation

Appartement parfait pour un couple. Très propre. Bien équipé. À recommander

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shari T.

20 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great apartment in a colorful neighborhood!

This apartment is just as described! Very clean and comfortable. Lots of attention to detail. The air conditioner was nice for the hot days. However, it does leak, and we needed to make sure there were towels underneath so it didn't ruin the floors. Also, the drip was somewhat noisy. Lots of restaurants nearby and close to the metro and all the touristy areas of Barcelona. We would definitely stay there again!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

mark s.

11 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful apartment in a fantastic location

The location in the Raval could not have been more convenient to all the attractions of Barcelona's old town, metro access was nearby and easy, the neighborhood is young and vibrant. The apartment was perfect, can't imagine a better home base for our first time in Barcelona. Flor and Victor were extremely responsive and helpful.

Stayed 9 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margaret N.

6 Apr 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for us

This place is just as pictured, very comfy and well stocked. We loved being in El Raval as it is vibrant and has a personality we enjoyed. SO close to most things that we walked pretty much everywhere even more distant sites. Short walk to La Rambla, shops, restaurants, the water. We would stay there again if we return and we hope to!

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

31 Dec 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jeanine W., California

11 Nov 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Delightful place to stay

Can't say enough about this darling property. Flor was in contact with us days before our arrival reaching out before, during and after. This attention to client was much appreciated. We had no issues but just knowing she was a call or text away was comforting. As for the apartment, you can't go wrong booking this location. It was perfect for two. We have been to Barcelona several times, staying in the Gotic area. I must say I enjoyed the Ravel neighborhood just as much. Then again, any area in the Old City is interesting. Close to the metro (Liceu was the stop we used the most), La Ramble, Boqueria Market, the Marina, it's all within walking distance this apartment is the place to stay. If you like to walk, get a City map from one of the tourist information centers, (just look for the red sign with the white capital I). As for amenities, the shower was amazing, hot water, perfect water pressure, the best we've had yet in our travels in Europe. Great blow dryer, don't bring one, the one supplied was 2200 watts of power, no cheap hotel blow dryer here. Nice size refrigerator, washer, no dryer but there is a drying rack that worked nicely. Not a standard coffee pot, but a "Nespresso" machine. Flor supplied the pods for it. Also, a electric hot water kettle, nice for tea. Full kitchen supplies should you decide to cook a few meals in home. The TV worked fine, internet was top speed. Comfortable bed, with extra pillow, and blankets in the cupboard. You will love the lighting the apartment has, open the windows and french doors and let the Barcelona air flow. Some evenings, especially Friday and Saturday nights folks are enjoying the late nights, no worries though, the A/C works great and once the windows are shut, virtually no ambient sound. To sum up, book this apartment, you will not be disappointed. Enjoy Barcelona, knowing you have a lovely place to return to at the end of the day.

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mike B., Tempe, AZ

18 June 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Authentic Barcelona Experience in the Raval neighborhood

If you want an authentic experience in Barcelona this apartment is perfect. If you want to be with all the other tourists then Las Ramblas is a ten minute walk away. Everything about the apartment in the description was spot on. We were met at the apartment upon our arrival by Flor and shown how to operate everything. The only thing that she couldn't get to work was the TV. We didn't care as we weren't going to watch it anyways. There are so many bars and resturants walking three blocks in any direction, that the choices were overwhelming, including a vegetarian resturant on the ground floor. We walked to the La Boqueria one morning and brought back prepared food to warm up for dinner. It is noisy at nite on the street below, but we shut the windows, turned on the fan as white noise, and had no trouble sleeping through the nite.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Ann and Frank M., Canton

6 Apr 2019

Lovely property in the heart of El Raval.

Very clean and efficient. The lift to the apartment, four floors up, is a bonus. Flor manages the property with incredible attention. For all the street noise, once the windows are closed, it is very quiet inside. Heat in the colder months is quite adequate. It is appreciated that the owners and managers are environmentally aware and encourage their guests to be the same.

Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

ANDREW H.

28 Jan 2019

Great location for touring the Gothic section of Barcelona

The apartment is centrally located just off Las Rambas and shopping and restaurants a just minutes away. The neighborhood, while centrally located and has plenty of stores for you to get your provisions and delicious places to eat, is a bit dodgy - think "Times Square". We found that the vibrant neighborhood made it sometimes challenging to sleep until after the bars and businesses closed even with the use of the earplugs Delta provided. The mattress is comfortable and there are plenty of blankets to keep you warm although a pillow upgrade is needed. The kitchen (they started us with a few espresso pods and Cava for the New Year) has every thing you will need for your stay and there are some condiments. US travelers might have a time figuring out the cook top and the clothes washer can also be tricky (choose "Breve" cycle and cold wash for quickest cycle) . There is no dryer for clothes- only drying racks or clothes line outside. The bathroom has plenty of storage for toiletries and a good blow dryer for the ladies and a magnifying mirror! The drain in the shower is very slow and pools up at your feet and you will run out of hot water if you have three people showering in succession. There were some leak issues during our stay that were being addressed and the owner was attentive. Fresh paint would make the place shine more but that won't make your stay any better or worse. There is good storage so bring plenty of comfy shoes because you will walk a lot. No USB ports so be sure to bring your chargers. Flor is a delight and pay close attention when she shows you how to open the door!

Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tara D.

23 Oct 2018

The apartment was wonderful. True to photos, or better. Excellent location. Amazing host.

Wonderful place to stay!!! The apartment is in a GREAT location - a real, vibrant, living neighborhood where one gets to experience the true feeling of the City, just outside of the tourist chaos (and expense) while also being VERY centrally located - easy, short, lovely walks to just about everything the City has to offer. Shops for all your needs within a block or two of the apartment and prices are very reasonable. The bakery/cafe kitty corner is super. One could not find a better host than Victor Bello. Excellent communication from initial booking to departure day. He made our trip so much easier and more enjoyable by assisting with tourist information before and at arrival, as well as help with out airport transportation. Victor greeted us promptly upon arrival and patiently made sure we were are settled in and had our bearings. It was such a delight that he had a bottle of wine, chocolate, and coffee on the counter, as well as basic essentials in the kitchen, laundry and bath. We could now just relax and enjoy our home away from home after a very long day of travel. A stellar apartment with a most excellent host.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Durval V.

15 Sept 2018

Awesome Loft!!!

Excellent loft !!! In the center of Barcelona, close to everything, great restaurants nearby. Really five minutes from the Ramblas. Presently the loft is more beautiful than the photos, it has a full kitchen and all the amenities for a great stay. Victor and Flor are very attentive and available to help in whatever they need. Highly recommend it to everyone! Victor and Flor, thanks for everything! --------------------------------------------------------------- Excelente loft!!! No centro de Barcelona, próximo de tudo, ótimos restaurantes próximos. Realmente a cinco minutos das Ramblas. Presencialmente o loft é mais bonito que nas fotos, possui cozinha completa e todas as amenidades para uma ótima estadia. Victor e Flor são muito atenciosos e disponíveis para ajudar no que for necessário. Altamente recomendo a todos! Victor e Flor, obrigado por tudo!

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Richard C., Eugene, Oregon

24 Aug 2018

Lovely studio in Barcelona

This is a wonderful studio...quiet, centrally located, accessible to shops and markets. We walked to the Barri Gotic and El Born districts quite easily. The neighborhood is vibrant and diverse. There is a wonderful vegetarian restaurant situated beneath the apartments which serves a delightful Vermut. Our hostess was courteous and informative. We will definitely return if a Barcelona stay is in our future travel plans.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

About the host

Hosted by Victor Bello

I am from Barcelona. Photographer. I live and work here. I love traveling around the world. Both for living and traveling i love (I need it!!) to see the sun and the sky from the place i am staying. Open views please. Most of my apartment are attics with amazing views over the city or to some open nice places. I enjoy very much music. Now i am addicted to Spotify: it is like traveling around the world! When i travel, specially if i stay long, i like to have access to spotify and other Internet tools. That's why all my apartments have free Wifi connection and computer with web cam.

Why they chose this property

The open big space with 3 small balconies and a nice window will give you a relaxing feeling of pleasure. Its wood floor, its big bed, NON Ikea forniture, new kitchen and bath, etc... All ready for you to feel in a sweat room of a 4/5 stars hotel. Trust me. But with the advantage of being in an apartment where you can enjoy cooking, you can be yourself without being disturb in the morning.

Also the neighborhood is ideal to discover the city. In center town but not too much touristic. And only 5' walking from Las Ramblas and Palau Guell