El Pico

Located at the corner of Plaza Catalunya, this apartment offers a stunning view over the famous square. From here, you can easily reach every part of the city, from the beach to Montjuïc.

This is a delicate, stylish home with a coherent design aesthetic that hides many interesting details. Large picture windows do a great job of highlighting the location (which is one of its major plus points) and also do a great job of illuminating the communal areas of the apartment.

The main bedroom enjoys the same unparalleled vistas of one of the city's most recognisable landmarks. In contrast, the second bedroom benefits from a quiet location tucked away towards the back of the apartment overlooking the internal courtyard.

Elsewhere, a white marble kitchen gleams in the sunlight. Here you'll find everything you need to elevate your self-catering experience, but only if the neighbourhood's restaurants don't prove too tempting.

Beyond the shops and restaurants on your doorstep, you'll find the likes of Barcelona Cathedral and Casa Batlló within a ten-minute walk, while Playa Barceloneta is half an hour away on foot or ten minutes by bike.

Home truths:
* This home can accommodate up to six guests, with two people sleeping on the sofa bed
*Given the home's location, some street noise is to be expected – we'd suggest keeping the windows closed to minimise it
*The dining table doubles as a laptop-friendly workspace
*Child-friendly amenities such as a cot and highchair are available on request
*Host meet-and-greet on arrival
*There's lift access up to the apartment, so it may be suitable for those with limited mobility – please contact your host with specific questions regarding wheelchair dimensions
*The couch shows some signs of wear and tear
*The washer/dryer can be somewhat temperamental