Gaudi's Glow
4 guests
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2 bedrooms, 2 beds
2 bathrooms
1,345 sq/ft
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Afternoon light pours through the French balcony doors into a living room with traditional Catalan tiled floors, and an interior balcony makes alfresco dining feel easy rather than an afterthought. The main bedroom, with its ornate plasterwork, has the calm of a room that's been properly considered. Step outside and you're a six-minute walk from Casa Batlló, with La Pedrera and Passeig de Gràcia both well within reach – one of Barcelona's most architecturally rich neighbourhoods right on the doorstep.
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What to expect
Highlights
Marvel at Gaudí's extraordinary Casa Batlló, a six-minute walk
Explore the undulating rooftop terrace and sculpted chimneys at La Pedrera
Sit back and relax after a sightseeing tour around the city
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Home truths
This host requires your check-in to be within 3-5 days from when the last booking ends. If you are unsure if your dates will work or need help finding alternatives, please contact our Matchmaking Team.
Your host operates several homes here, so the exact view, layout and furnishings might differ slightly from the photos. However, the overall quality should remain the same.
This home can't be rented for business travel.
About this stay
Amenities
Laptop friendly workspace
Wi-fi
Air conditioning
Pets allowed
Washing machine
Dryer
Balcony
Lift access
Bedrooms & bathrooms
2 bedrooms, 2 beds
2 bathrooms
Local guide
About Eixample
Eixample is overflowing with greenery – trees line the quiet streets and you're never far away from a square to relax in. It's home to many beautiful apartment blocks sitting above restaurants and bars filled with locals enjoying summer evenings. Don't forget to look up, as famous modernist architects such as Antoni Gaudí, Lluis Domenech I Montaner, and Josep Puig I Cadafalch have designed buildings here. Walk along Paseo de...
Explore the area
Local restaurants, cafes, museums, sites and activities, recommended by our community of hosts and travel experts
Explore Gaudi's masterpiece Casa Batlló
Visit one of the most outstanding works of Gaudí, the Casa Batlló, where you will see the most magnificent example of Barcelona's own art nouveau style.
Feel the pulse of Barcelona at Plaça de Catalunya
The Plaça de Catalunya is Barcelona's main square – it unites the Gotico Quarter with Eixample.
Enjoy impeccable traditional food at El Nacional
Wander around this large indoor restaurant and take your pick of one of the many variously styled seating areas serving up the finest traditional cold and hot tapas.
Get yourself to Parking Pizza
Barcelona's best pizzas in an old car-park...what's not to love!
Try the best paella in town
One of Barcelona's most famous restaurants, Ciudad Condal is well known for its paella. Many say that it's the best in town!
Enjoy healthy and delicious food at Honest Greens
With super cool, stylish interiors, this spacious eaterie offers a plethora of healthy-food options that are responsibly sourced and delicious to boot.
Head to the outdoors
Enjoy a little fresh air at your local outdoor park in the major square of Plaça de Tetuan where you'll find a statue of Doctor Robert, a professor of internal pathology & mayor of Barcelona in 1899.
Get brunch at Citizen Cafe
A great place for brunch or a relaxed, light lunch or dinner. Try the blueberry pancakes!
Have some great value tapas at Vinitus
Delicious, low-key place that's super popular with locals.
Start the day at Billy Brunch
Amazing brunch place in a lovely, cosy space. We're pretty obsessed with their pancakes!
Explore an exquisite collection in Barcelona's Egyptian Museum
Museum of ancient Egyptian culture, housing jewelry, sarcophaguses & artwork exhibits.
Get a new perspective at the Paradox Museum
Immerse yourself in an amazing science-based museum filled with mind-blowing exhibits. Perfect for kids and adults alike, this interactive experience will leave you entertained and educated. Don't forget your charged phone for capturing memorable moments!
Get around
Airport
Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat
27 min
Girona–Costa Brava
1 hr 3 min
Subway station
Passeig de Gràcia
4 min
Bus stop
Gran Via - Pau Claris
3 min
Local shops & services
Convenience store
2 min
Cafe
2 min
Pharmacy
2 min
Points of interest
Beach
Nova Icaria beach
11 min
Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
Pets welcome
No parties or events
No smoking
Good to know
Arrival from 15:00
Departure before 10:00
Has a lift
Air con
Wifi
Cancellation policy
Up until
30
days
Cancel at least 30 days before your check-in date for a full refund.
Up until
7
days
Cancel at least 7 days before your check-in date for a 50% refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 7 days away.
Host
This home is managed by Ukio
This home is managed by a business on behalf of its owner. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay. With homes in Barcelona, Lisbon, Berlin and Madrid, Julia and her team know exactly what it takes to make guests feel at home as soon as they walk through the door. They’re big on sustainability, too. Each property uses renewable energy and the furnishings are sourced from eco-friendly suppliers.
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