The apartment was very well equipped, plenty of guides and hints for the discovery of the city. We have not seen Manel but everything was arranged for us. The location close to the museum Picasso on these cute place, really ideal close to the Barceloneta. We had a very nice time there.
My friend Anne and I had a wonderful time in Barcelona, made all the more incredible by our accommodations. Manel welcomed us to his apartment, which was clean and cozy. He has a huge stack of tourist maps and information, which we made us of daily. It was a delightful experience. the only possible drawback are the number of stairs (no elevator), and the sound of revelers late into the night that echoes off the walls of the 14th century basilica next door. we were not bothered by things, but... More »
The apartment was wonderful and we enjoyed ourselves immensely. It's located in the Born area with a view of Passage del Born. The neighborhood is vibrant with lots of shops and restaurants. Thanks also to Manel who was very accessible, considerate and helpful.
We loved staying at Manel's apartment. The location is perfect as a base for sightseeing, eating out and crowd watching. The remembrance square immediately outside of the apartment gives it a greater feeling of space. The apartment had everything we needed for our 5-days stay, even beach towels. The coffee machine with selection of coffees is a very nice touch. In relation to food, we loved the numerous tapas bars and enjoyed the informality of eating fresh salads and baguetts at Sandwich... More »
I had a great stay in Manel's apartment. The location was unbeatable! The street noise didn't bother me as I enjoyed being on Barcelona time and when you closed the shutters, the hustle and bustle was closed off too. The stairs proved tricky with a 20kg suitcase but a backpack would be fine. The apartment had everything I needed and Manel ensured there were some basic supplies available. Thanks Manel for the great communication, directions and hosting my stay in Barcelona!
We absolutely loved staying in Manel’s completely charming Barcelona apartment for our honeymoon week. It was amazing to overlook the cathedral, and to be so near zillions of fantastic restaurants, stores, the subway and a beautiful park.
Manel was the perfect host, greeting us at the door when we arrived, and providing lots of printed information about Barcelona. The apartment was beautiful and clean. Manel checked in by email a day after we arrived to be sure everything was fine, and also... More »
My husband and I spent three nights at Manel's place, and we really enjoyed it. The location is GREAT-close to the beach, el barri gotic, etc., but also a little removed from the masses of tourists in BCN in august. The apartment has a lot of character, with the windows opening to the square and a church window. Also, Manel was terrific--we did not actually meet him, but he organized for us to pick up the key from the shopowner below, was always responsive to our emails and questions,... More »
We really enjoyed staying at Manel's apartment in Barcelona! The apartment is in a great location next to tons of restaurants and bars. Manel was very helpful with suggestions on where to go and how to get around the city. He provided guidebooks for us to use during out stay. He is an incredibly thoughtful host! Thank you for helping make our stay in Barcelona so memorable!
We have nothing but great things to say about Manel and his amazing apartment. Months before our departure we received multiple emails with wonderful advice on everything from local restaurants to unique sightseeing options. We took him up on many of his suggestions and couldn’t be happier that we did. The apartment is quite spacious and had everything that you could want/need for your stay. The balconies were amazing and we found that if you closed them at night and turned on the fan... More »
My husband and I stayed 12 nights at Manel`s flat, and if I could give our stay a 10+ star rating, I would! Absolutely everything about our stay was far beyond any expectations. Manel is a wonderful and welcoming host, and his adorable flat is just the same!
The location is the best in the city. You feel a part of everything even when just sitting in the living room, and can hear the sounds of people and music coming from the squares. Tons of tapas bars and boutiques sit right at your... More »
My son and I just spent a week at Santa Maria del Mar in Manel's apartment. The apartment was charming; the neighborhood and location were perfect. It was easy to get around Barcelona walking or metro from Born and Manel left lots of maps and instructions to make everything easy. You could practically touch the church of Santa Maria del Mar from the window and the Picasso museum was five minutes away. There were lots of great restaurants and shops in the immediate area. Having the... More »
I stayed at Manel's apartment with my wife , and Manel was there to receive us as we arrived late at night to Barcelona. The welcome was
warm and made us forget about the narrow stairs.
The location is super and we enjoyed staying in El Borne area . It is
in the heart of charming Barcelona, and we did not use taxis to move around. Everything was very close by.
Manel bid us farewell and we like to welcome him in Beirut one day.
Manel was extremely helpful, even before our arrival in Barcelona. He provided us with maps and photos weeks before our arrival, allowing us to find the apartment with ease. On the day we arrived, he met us at the apartment, even calling to check on us when our train was late. He made sure to go over every detail of the apartment with us, pointing out various features of the city that we should see, and provided numerous maps and guidebooks for our reference. He made sure to let us know that... More »
My husband and I had the most amazing experience in Manel's apartment in Barcelona!! Wow! Manel, first of all is very responsive to any of your needs and questions. He is extremely helpful with his suggestion to find true gems of food or events in this beautiful city!! Oh, and of course, the apartment was amazing too! You have accessability to everything where you are, either walking distance with the metro or train station. They are all within minutes of the door. It was such a pleasure to... More »
Manel was an excellent host. He went above and beyond standard expectations of a host and made sure that we had a nice stay in Barcelona. He fulfilled all of the amenities listed on the site description of his apartment plus some. He was very responsive if we had any questions or concerns during our stay.
The apartment was in an excellent location and close to public transit. After walking around Barcelona for five days we thought that we were in the best location in the city. As... More »
We had a wonderful time in Barcelona and Manel's apartment was the perfect place to stay! Cute, with awesome views, and in a great location. Manel was extremely helpful both prior to and during our visit. We would definitely stay there again! Thanks!
Manel and his apartment were both outstanding!!** Long before our visit and throughout our stay, Manel proved himself as a knowledgeable, hospitable, gracious, and available host through quick and ample communication and great tips and recommendations a-plenty! Upon our arrival, Manel provided us with supplemental ideas on exploring Barcelona's nightlife, which made for a bevy of fun and memorable experiences.
The apartment itself was perfectly suited with everything we needed, and... More »
This apartment was a huge part of what made our stay in Barcelona so special. You couldn't ask for a better location with incredible views. Once you're inside it continues to be a wonderful experience. The apartment is stylish, comfortable, and authentically Barcelona. Manel is a courteous and attentive host providing a great wifi connection, guidebooks, and sightseeing tips. We will definitely stay in this apartment again!!
We really enjoyed our stay in Born. This apartment was in the best location you can imagine. Manel was very responsive and helpful. We would definitely stay there again.
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Nous avons passé 4 jours et 3 nuits dans l'appart de Manuel qui est très bien situé. L'appart est très agréable, nous avons adoré et on serait bien resté plus longtemps. Au pied de l'immeuble des bars à tapas, magasins, terrasses pour déjeuner ou prendre un verre. Très bien situé, 20-25 minutes à pied de la plage. Les autres quartiers sont également très accessibles. Manel nous a très bien accueilli et conseillé sur les endroits à voir. Nous vous recommandons cet appartement. More »
Manel's apartment is in the most wonderful area right across from the Santa Maria del Mar cathedral with it's bells and sights. He was very kind, gracious, and helpful (especially with bring our huge luggage up 4 flights of narrow stairs).
This is possibly one of the best apartments I've stayed at in the El Born area -- and having Manel as host just made the experience pretty much perfect.
Having attended my fourth Mobile World Congress in BCN, this was one year that I'd wished I could've stayed another day or two. I felt right at home staying in Manel's apartment, and enjoyed the all-day-round atmosphere (love the night life in the El Born area!)
I spent the greater of the time out, or working upon getting back to the... More »
Very nice apartment near Passeig del Born with a lot of cool bar and restaurant very near.
After several stay in barcelona, I think the born area around Manel apartment is one of the best in town. You are near everithing and the area is very safe.
The apartment was clean and very charming.
The communication with Manel was very fast and easy.
We will surely stay there again!
What a cosy apartment, it felt just like being at home! Fantastic! Manel was very quick to respond and very helpful in every way. The apartment was just perfect for our needs and we enjoyed the proximity to the wonderful sights in Barcelona as well as the great variety of dining options within walking distance. We saved a lot of money by being able to cook our own food that we got from a very close market, and drink wine bought at one of the many gourmet shops around the apartment. I highly... More »
My wife and I researched many areas within Barcelona, and we thought the Born district was the best for what we wanted to do. Manel's place came up with many great reviews on Airbnb, so naturally we gravitated towards his place. He was very responsive with all our emails with questions (literally responding within an hour of my emails in some cases). After considering everything, we decided to go for it.
We were not disappointed and everything in the earlier reviews as well the... More »
Manel was the perfect host. Very serviceminded and helpful. When we got our driving license stolen after the end of our stay, he let us leave the bags at the apartment and spend an hour on phone helping us out. He actually seemed more sad about the situation than we did. And when there was a problem with the shower we simply called Manel who called a plummer and made him fix the problem when we were out eating. A fantastic person.
The apartment is beyond perfect. I have lived in Barcelona... More »
The apartment is fantastic! It's located in an authentic historical building in the heart of the lively "Born" area - you can't get more central. The place is extremely airy and bright, and we felt immediately at home. We especially loved sipping on spanish wine and snacking manchego cheese in the evenings (which we got from a great little deli directly downstairs - called La Botifarreria) while looking at the memorial flame on the adjacent square which cast its light into the apartment!... More »
We had a great experience staying in Manel's lovely apartment in a fascinating part of Barcelona. The location couldn't have been better and Manel's welcoming manner and his attention to all the details were great. He seemed to have thought of everything visitors to his wonderful city might need, down to a great selection of maps, travel guides and tips on local events, excursions etc.
Thanks Manel for helping to make our time in Barcelona memorable, and we recommend your apartmrnt and... More »
We had a wonderful time at Manel's. The location is very much in the center of activity and the accommodations were wonderful, and in a cool old section. He was beyond helpful and we highly recommend staying at his place1
We spent five beautiful days in Barcelona, and staying at Manel's was a real highlight. The apartment is just what you see in the pictures: a cute one-bedroom flat with beautiful views of Santa Maria del Mar and the adjoining square. Clean and well-kept city apartment. There are three Juliet balconies, so the apartment feels airy and light at all hours. At night, you can hear the mumble of the busy evening streets down below, which is a lovely way to fall asleep.
The neighborhood is great.... More »
Staying at Manel's place was in many ways.....perfect. It added an element to our experience that we could never have had in a hotel. Breezes through the three sets of french doors (one of which is in the bedroom and made napping especially soporific) were great. Barcelona should really be experienced in such a way. I will say however, that the apartment overlooks a busy plaza, which made for great people watching; but also people hearing. Manel provided ear plugs which were helpful and... More »
Manel is an incredibly gracious host, and the apartment is simple but comfortable. It is also centrally located so that it is possible to walk to almost all the major sites in the city. The area around Santa Maria del Mar is lively with numerous places to visit and eat.
The apartment has one bedroom with an ample bed for two. The living room area has a counter for either eating or working and a comfortable sofa. The windows are all ceiling-to-floor. Notably, for the open windows,... More »
I LOVED my time here! I felt very at home.
Manel is a great host and a wonderful human. He has a lot of tips and recommendations about fun and interesting things to do around town. His apartment is lovely, and in a great location. I lucked out!
I highly recommend this place.
Julianne Faye
Great location, in the center of old Barcelona. Walking distance to bars, restaurants, public transportation, Museums, Las Ramblas and Barceloneta. The apartment is clean, furnished and has a great view of the memorial flame. Manel is honest and very accommodating in answering questions about the area. Staying in the apartment allowed me to experience Barcelona! Thank you very much and I look forward to renting your apartment again in the future!
Manel was a great host. The apartment was lovely and homely and very close to the beach. Perfect for a relaxing Spanish experience free from tourists. The beaches were stunning and the seawater was perfectly clear. I will be visiting again for sure!
We stayed in Manel´s flat for 5 nights. It is cosy and charming and got what we needed. Amazing location next to square, fine church, near Picasso-museum and nice restaurants and small affairs.
Superb guiding to get there and good introducing of Manel, guidebook and so on. Climbing the staircase good for legmuscle-training.
We wanted 7 dayes so Manel did help us contact hotell nearby for 2 nights - it also worked out well!
Thanks Manel!
We stayed in Manel's apartment for 6 nights. The location was amazing and Manel provided us with really helpful and thorough information on how to get to it. He also left a guidebook with his notes on places to eat, places to go, etc. Barcelona is a noisy city and it's not a quiet apartment by any measure. But the view from the apartment and the location more than made up for the noise. Thanks Manel!
We had a perfect stay in Manel's apartment. The location was amazing - in the hear to El Born and easy to get to everything. The apartment was clean and secure. The bed was comfortable. The sound system was great for listening to tunes while we got ready to head out on the town. We loved the rooftop balcony as well. Overall, we were very pleased with our experience with Manel.
We even accidentally locked ourselves out on the first day, and Manel came to our rescue. He was very... More »
Manel is the ideal guest!.. He's low-key and discrete, but at the same time very social and gives a good, friendly vibe...We enjoyed having his company here at dinner... Now, all of us at the house can call him our friend... a presto!
Manel is the ideal guest!.. He's low-key and discrete, but at the same time very social and gives a good, friendly vibe...We enjoyed having his company here at dinner... Already, after one day here, he was one of the house. Now, all of us at the house can call him our friend, and soon, we hope to visit his apartment in Barcelona (http://www.airbnb.com/rooms/11206?price=126).. A presto, Manel
We stayed at Manels apartment for 5 nights. It was perfect. The location was ideal. We were able to walk to all the main atractions. The place was very comfortable and Manel was a perfect host. I highly recommend.
