Velvet Willow
6 guests
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3 bedrooms, 4 beds
2 bathrooms
sq/ft
Ronda Universitat is close to Plaça Catalunya and the Modernist sights of Eixample. The central location of this convenient address is a great asset and if this is your first visit to Barcelona – it doesn't get much better than this. Enjoy being within walking distance of all the best shops, restaurants, and cultural sights including Casa Batllo and Gaudi's other spectacular works of art (a ten-minute walk away). With so much to see and do nearby, catching some respite from the city is easy here – as a soothing colour palette with calming wood tones and soft furnishings create a space boasting comfort and practicality. Sink into the plush "L" shaped sofa with a cup of tea, before running a bath and unwinding for a quiet night at home. For evenings when you're feeling most energised, lap up the ease of going on nights out too – it would be rude not to make the most of being able to walk out here after all. And of course, if you do plan on venturing further afield in the city, you'll have bus stops and metro stations within less than five minutes reach too.
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What to expect
Highlights
Stay in Eixample, Barcelona
Look out at the gorgeous view of Ronda Universitat
Sip your morning coffee at the bay window hangout
Stretch out on the plush couch after a day of exploring the city
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Home truths
You can bring cats and dogs with you, but the host will charge an additional cleaning fee
There's public parking nearby, which means it isn't free, unfortunately
The host offers local SIM cards to guests
There's a complimentary concierge service available in the building who will be there to help should you need any advice
A cot and high chair are available upon request
The shower curtain isn't weighed down, so it blows on you while you shower
The kitchen lacks some utensils, such as a whisk, spatula, and dish drying rack
You can hear some noise from neighbours in the third bedroom
Some guests felt the beds in the second and third bedrooms weren't as comfortable as the one in the main
About this stay
Amenities
Laptop friendly workspace
Wi-fi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Washing machine
Dryer
Balcony
Lift access
Bedrooms & bathrooms
3 bedrooms, 4 beds
2 bathrooms
Extras
VIP services
Airport pick up
Daily cleaning
Fridge fills
Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.
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
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
Get your Paella fix at Santa Anna
A lot of restaurants claim they serve the best paella in the world, but many say that Santa Anna is the real deal when it comes to this claim. Taste for yourself!
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.
Have a bite to eat at Tapas 24
This tapas joint is featured in all the guidebooks, but that doesn't mean you shouldn't fight the tourist crowds to visit. It deserves the hype.
Refuel at Cosmo Cafe
Great brunches, lunches and breakfasts are served in this arty space. They have a kid's corner with little games, and an cosy terrace outside.
Have some great value tapas at Vinitus
Delicious, low-key place that's super popular with locals.
Enjoy a culinary journey at Dos Palillos
With a Michelin star this culinary experience will blow you away. They have original dishes, and great presentation. The menu varies depending on availability of the produce in the market.
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.
Get around
Airport
Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat
32 min
Girona–Costa Brava
1 hr 16 min
Train station
Plaça de Catalunya
3 min
Bus stop
Rda.Universitat 33 T
1 min
Local shops & services
Supermarket
1 min
Cafe
2 min
Pharmacy
1 min
Points of interest
Beach
Sant Miquel Beach
21 min
Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
No pets
No parties or events
No smoking
Good to know
Arrival from 15:00
Departure before 11:00
On floor 4, has a lift
Air con
Wifi speed: 40Mbps
Cancellation policy
Up until
5
days
Cancel at least 5 days before your check-in date for a full refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 5 days away.
Host
This home is managed by Manuela
This home is managed directly by a business. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Manuela and the team manage a number of apartments in Barcelona and they're keen to make their guests' stay as comfortable, unique, and relaxing as possible.
Registration or licence number: HUTB-007645.
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