Just a short walk from Gaudí’s famous Casa Milà and Casa Batlló in Barcelona’s Eixample neighbourhood, this bright, modern apartment puts you in a prime position to explore the best of the city’s history and culture. Inside, Matisse prints and contemporary decor offer a stylish welcome in the sunny living area that boasts access to a street-facing balcony. Perch here with your morning coffee as you watch the hustle and bustle of daily below, or better yet, make your way up to the private terrace for even more sun-soaking opportunities. Decked out in Acapulco chairs, an outdoor dining set and an open-air shower, this is where you’ll want to gather for alfresco meals aplenty and soak up as much of those glorious Spanish rays as possible. When you’re ready to head out into the city, however, you’ll find plenty of shops and tapas bars in the area, not to mention excellent public transport links to take you to Barcelona’s major attractions, including La Sagrada Familia and Barceloneta Beach. Home truths: *There's a lift in the building to access the apartment on the fifth floor *At capacity, one guest will be sleeping on the sofa bed in the second bedroom – it may be able to accommodate two children *A cot and a high chair are available on request *There's no dedicated desk here, but the dining table can double up as a laptop-friendly workspace *Given the home's central location, some street noise is to be expected *The building's entrance is shared with the other residents *This host does not accept bookings from groups of young people or party groups *We recommend skipping the car here and exploring Barcelona on foot or by public transport instead