10 guests
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5 bedrooms, 8 beds
3 bathrooms
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Plaça Universitat is the hub around which Barcelona rotates, and Castells is right there. Revellers, fundraisers, tourists, people on their way to work – when you look down from the terrace you see people from all walks of life converging. The flat itself is practical, and despite the divisive interior design, it’s perfectly comfortable. It’s very important to know that this listing represents three different flats in the same building, but they are all identical.
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What to expect
Highlights
Exposed bricks everywhere
Views over the Barcelona rooftops
The communal swimming pool
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Home truths
This is representative of three different apartments in the same building – while we can't say which you'll get, we can say that they're all identical
The square is busy at all times – with the windows open it's about 70dB in the living room
You might not get an in-person check in
There's no washing machine
We were only able to get 3Mbps out of the wi-fi
There are no reading lights in the bedrooms
The pool and terrace are shared with other flats in the building
About this stay
Amenities
Laptop friendly workspace
Wi-fi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Washing machine
Dryer
Swimming pool
Balcony
Bedrooms & bathrooms
5 bedrooms, 8 beds
3 bathrooms
Extras
VIP services
24/7 concierge
Airport pick up
Daily cleaning
Fridge fills
Luggage storage
Restaurant reservations
Tickets and experience booking
Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.
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About El Raval
Dull moments don’t exist in Barcelona, and that’s certainly true of the El Raval neighbourhood. It’s vibrant and energetic through the day and night – perfect for those seeking an immersive city experience, but perhaps not for those longing for peace and quiet. Location-wise, you couldn’t be better placed. You’ll have the Barcelona Museum of Contemporary Art and adjacent Centre de Cultura Contemporània de Barcelona on your doorstep, and independent...
Explore the area
Local restaurants, cafes, museums, sites and activities, recommended by our community of hosts and travel experts
Get a health boost at Flax & Kale
With a fantastic selection of vegan and vegetarian food, that sit alongside meat dishes too, Flax & Kale describes itself as the first (and best) flexitarian restaurant in Barcelona.
Have a serious brunch at El Árbol
El Árbol is the ultimate place for a proper brunch. Avocado toast, orange juice, great coffee, smoothies, omelettes - take your pick.
Nestle in at Brunch & Cake
Everything at Brunch & Cake is made by hand, and their slogan is 'In grandmothers we trust!' It's a lovely, homely place to hang out in too so bring a book and settle in.
See some great art at The Museum of Contemporary Art
In addition to the world-class contemporary art that it houses, the MACBA is a remarkable building in its own right. There's almost always something good on.
Check out The Catalan Museum of Modernism
Opened in 2010, it contains furniture, paintings and sculptures from this key artistic and architectural movement. There's work from Gaudi, Busquets, Arnau, Llimona and others.
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.
Have a healthy lunch at Odacova
A super healthy cafe which serves delicious locally-sourced, organic food all day long. Yum!
Have some great value tapas at Vinitus
Delicious, low-key place that's super popular with locals.
Stop by for a taco or three at Taquerías Tamarindo
This is a hidden gem. If you like real Mexican Food this is just the place for you. Yum!
Unwind at Caravelle
Caravelle is known for their great eggs, yummy juices, and excellent coffee...
Catch a movie at Cinema Comedia
Brush up on your Spanish, sit back, relax and soak up some culture at this local cinema showing films in their original language (not dubbed).
Get your health kicks at Organic Market
A terrific organic food store with its own in-house bakery and cafe. Great place to pick up good quality groceries.
Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
No pets
No smoking
No parties or events
Good to know
Arrival from 15:00
Departure before 11:00
On floor 7, has a lift
Air con
Wifi speed: 3Mbps
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 Mireia
This home is managed directly by a business. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Mireia and her team have been welcoming guests into their homes for fifteen years now. They don't do typical, as is clear from this home. They strive to give each guest unique recommendations, always going off the beaten path.
Registration or licence number: HUTB-009933; HUTB-006795; HUTB-009931.
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