Velvet Willow

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.

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