Location: Ciutat Vella, Barcelona, Catalunya, Spain, Europe (30 mins int. airport, 15 mins, Port Barcelona cruise,) View Map
Accommodations: Apartment, 1 Bedroom + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 2-4)
Keywords: Apartment, Born/Ribera, Historic Downtown Barcelona,Ramblas, beach, Picasso, Miro, Museum, gastronomy, wine, Catalonia, Gaudi, sagrada familia, FC Barcelona, park,
Cozy apartment in typical building of Born area (1890 )downtown combining a rustic style with all modern conveniences. Having 3 large wooden windows w/ balcony/patio you will enjoy a lot of daylight and amazing views to trees and parrots within the heart of Old Town.
The apartment is composed of one large fully equipped kitchen with microwave, kettle, fruit juice and coffe makers. The balcony/patio has a small table w/chair
One large living room with 2 comfortable sofas (one with a convertible double bed), a dining table for 4. It also has a large window/balcony/patio with incredible open views to tree-lined avenue.
One large bedroom with a double bed, closet and chest of drawers with mirror. One charming bathrooom with full bath tub and shower, washer, hair dryer and iron. It is decorated with authentic catalan tiles on walls.The original wooden beams and windows give a warm and "homey" feel to the apartment. The apartment has air conditioning and heating.
Excellent location from where to explore other destinatios in Catalonia, such as Girona, Tarragona, Montserrat. Check also nearby property (#264511)in Sitges famous town on Mediterranean coast
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided : 14 euros / person
- Washer
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- Double Bed : the double bed is 6.6 by 4.7 ft
- Convertible Bed : 6.6 by 4.7 foot comfortable matress
- Crib : Available upon request (no fee)
- Entertainment
- TV (No Cable/Satellite)
- DVD
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Large and bright kitchen fully equipped with microwave, kettle, juice and coffee maker and all the tools and pots necessary to cook
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Balcony : Each room has its own balcony/patio with space for one small table and chair,overlooking a tree lined (with visible parrots) cobbled street
- View/Location
- Monument View : Barcelona Court of Justice
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed : Smoking out on the balcony
- Activities
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Shopping
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
Rate Details (In Euros)
750/w, 125/nt Minimum stay 4 nights-
25% booking deposit (Paypal)-balance payment cash only upon arrival
Damage deposit €100- refundable via Paypal/day of departure
Additional fee: linen/towels €14/person-
Prices shown are for 1-2 people. extra person, ask the owner
Special offer low season 1-18 Dec - 590 euros/week- minimum stay 1 week
Special offer low season 10 - 30 Jan - 590 euros/week- minimum stay 1 week
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Charming Apt/Terrace in Born/Ribera Downtown-
Year Purchased: 1992
Why the Owner Chose Ciutat Vella
It is a colourful district, so easy to walk to museums (Picasso Museum), theaters (Liceo Theater), modernist building (Palace of Music), Gothic Quarter (Cathedral) shops I(Portal del Angel), markets (Santa Catherina Market), restaurants (4 Gats) and bars. The Ciutadella park is almost across the street and just behind is the beach (Barceloneta).
It is 5 min. to metro line and railway "Arco de triunfo", 5 min. to bus Station del Norte ( to go to Girona, Figueras), 10 min. to main railway station de Francia. It is really the best location from where to discover Catalonia and the local lively neighborhood.
The Unique Benefits at this Apartment
The unique feature of this apartment (compared to similar apartments in this area) is its amazing open views overlooking trees (with parrots) from all main rooms, which give you a lot of light, sunshine, and privacy even though you are in the very heart of Old Town.
5 min. walk to the apartment. High quality and all sorts of fresh food in one of oldest food market in Barcelona
Big square, neuralgic city center, 10-15 min walk to the apartment. touristic information desk, airport connection shuttle bus
5 min walk from the apartment. It is the main park in the city which houses the catalan Parliament building, the zoo and several museums
5 min. walk from the apartment. One of the most extensive collection of artworks
The most famous promenade in Barcelona, going from Plaza Catalunya to the Port- 10-12 min. walk from the apartment
7 minutes walk from the apartment. Center of the Old city, many buildings dating from Medieval times, some as far back as the Roman
5-7 minutes walk from the apartment. the first mention of a church of Santa Maria dates from 998.
10 min walk to the apartment. It is the main shopping street in the city.
Owner's Map of Ciutat Vella
My name is Carola. I will be happy to tell you about our neighbourhood and other areas of Barcelona, Sitges, Catalonia
Property Photos
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- Living room with 2 sofa on each side (1 double) - Barcelona Cozy Apartment Rental
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- View from living room - Barcelona Cozy Apartment Rental
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- view of kitchen balcony/patio - Barcelona Cozy Apartment Rental
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- View from balcony
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- View kitchen and dining area
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- View of living/dining room and kitchen
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- view of bedroom
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- Full Bathroom/shower with Catalan tiles
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- Shower + tub
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- My favourite, Plaza St Pere, around corner
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- Plaza nearby
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- bedroom chandelier
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- Liquor shop in neigborhood
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- Arco de triunfo, steps from the apt
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- nearby Railway Station França
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- Our neigbourhood
Traveler Reviews (29)
Felt like home
Guest: abvgo
(Portland, OR)
Date of Stay: 11/11/11
Review Submitted: 01/16/12
We stayed at this lovely apartment on our first trip to Barcelona last fall. The apartment is in a fantastic location and we walked everywhere and never needed a car. The apartment was well-equiped, very comfortable, clean and pretty. You are close to other buildings but the trees make the apartment very private. There were a lot of nice homey (useful) touches like books, games, umbrellas, and tea. Staying here made us feel like locals - although I'm sure we weren't fooling anyone. As others have noted, the stairs are very steep and narrow - we were glad we had packed light. The park is nearby and there was an event on Saturday that involved drums and fireworks for about 8 hours. (What else to do but go join the fun!) Otherwise, it was very quiet the rest of our stay. The balconies and the ability to open the doors to the outside were wonderful bonuses. I highly recommend this wonderful property if you are looking for a true home away from home. Thank you Carola! We hope to be back soon!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing.
A wonderful experience in Barcelona
Guest: Northern California Travelers
(Sutter Creek, California)
Date of Stay: 09/25/11
Review Submitted: 10/12/11
My wife and I rented this apartment in order to try to live like Barcelona "residents" for 10 days. The apartment was accurately described and represented by the photos. We got our daily exercise climbing up and down the many steps to the apartment - something to consider if you have problems climbing stairs but not a problem for us. The apartment was clean, well furnished, and felt safe and secure. The Parc de la Ciutadella nearby can be noisy when events are going on, but again - part of the experience! The three large window/doors that open to the balconies are really nice. The convenience shop downstairs was handy, but there are wine shops, pastry shops, and other grocery stores in the neighborhood. We walked to the Montecado Street area frequently for dinner. We highly recommend the apartment and so much is within walking distance. We didn't even need the Metro until several days into our trip, but the nearest Metro station is only about 5 minutes away. The only improvement would be the main bedroom mattress, which was a bit thin for us - but mattresses are such a personal choice. There was a washer in the apartment which was great, plus cleaning supplies and things to make tidying up easy at the end. Our cleaning deposit was promptly returned. I would not hesitate to stay there again. Thank you!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Love the little apartment in BCN
Guest: Writes to Live
(San Francisco)
Date of Stay: 08/21/11
Review Submitted: 09/08/11
This was my first trip to Barcelona and I wanted a local experience - this apartment fit the bill! Cozy, charming, and filled with lots of natural light. Be aware that the climb to the apt is not for the faint-hearted or travelers with heavy suitcases. Pack light and get ready to deal with a 4-flight walk up. Having said that, I will definitely stay here again - close to the Metro, walking distance to beach, Barri Gothic, and other tourist spots - also easy to catch a cab from here. Bed is a little on the hard side but otherwise, loved it!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, age 55+.
Lovely stay in Barcelona
Guest: Gail & Alex
(Doha, Qatar)
Date of Stay: 08/06/11
Review Submitted: 09/03/11
We had a lovely two-week stay in this charming apartment. The apartment had everything we needed and was full of character. We loved the neighborhood, and enjoyed the convenience of the convenience shop and restaurant on the ground floor. The apartment was well situated, allowing us to walk to all the sights, including the beach. I would highly recommend this apartment to anyone wanting unique accommodation that gives the comfort of home away from home.
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, sightseeing, age 55+.
Great Stay in Barcelona
Guest: Erin
(Singapore)
Date of Stay: 07/30/11
Review Submitted: 08/22/11
My family of 3 stayed here the week of July 30 and had a great time. The apartment is very homey and comfortable- pictures are quite accurate I think- and the location is just perfect. We have a 4 yr old and it was really handy to be so central so that we could get back for a siesta everyday; she was able to handle the stairs with no problem. There are great tapas bars within walking distance, as well as a traditional market, playgrounds, etc. We would definately stay here again next time we come to Barcelona. The owner is very sweet and helped orient us and give us sightseeing ideas (she also has a nice collection of books that are written in or about Barcelona which I thought was a really nice touch!). Just a few things to note: - there is no wifi in the apartment and the public access is spotty. You have to go across the street to a cafe to connect - the mattress is a little soft (or maybe it was the pillows). If you have a bad back you might want to check with her Outside of those two small things it was a highly recommended base to explore this great city.
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, sightseeing, families with young children.
Great apartment with lots of character
Guest: Happy Trails
(Winnipeg Canada)
Date of Stay: 07/03/11
Review Submitted: 07/17/11
The location is perfect for travellers who want an interesting and quiet neighbourhood that is within easy distance of many of the sights. The near by metro stop gets you to everywhere beyond walking distance. The park near the apartment is wonderful for morning and evening strolls - Sunday afternoon it hummed with activity and was a great place to people watch. There are many great restaurants just down the street - try Mosquito for interesting dumplings, Alta Italia for excellent Italian meals, Masqaudis (wifi) for snacks and wine. The apartment is roomy and the large doors that open up onto small terraces make it a very pleasant setting for morning coffee and evening cocktails. The kitchen is well stocked. The bedroom is large with yet another door that opens up onto a terrace. The apartment is very quiet at night. The design details in the apartment really made it special. The antique light fixtures, wooden furniture, tiled floors and wooden ceiling beams work together to create a unique and very cool space, I really liked the retro wall paper in the bedroom and the flower pictures hanging on the living room and bedroom walls. The apartment is very well managed by Carola. She is organized and informative and always returned e-mails promptly. She also has stocked the apartment with some fine fiction set in Barcelona - reading fiction set in the city you are visiting is always enjoyable. This place is one of the best rentals we have found in our many travels.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+.
Barcelona Apartment
Guest: Traveler
(NA)
Date of Stay: 05/23/11
Review Submitted: 06/01/11
The stay in this apartment was great. It is located right beside the park and the park is visible from the balconies. On one day, the parrots were actually on the roof of the building. The apartment is also located to nice attractions and metro and train (renfe) options. On the ground floor of the building is a great store/tienda/supermercat and a cafe, both of which have very nice and friendly staff. At this time, the internet cafe is not there, but there is one close by and the owner provided details on where it was. Owner was fabulous about orienting to the city, and the apartment has a plethora of books and maps in it. Uncertain at first of how to pay remainder of apartment rental, and the owner helped with that and it went very well. If you aren't sure suggest asking ahead about this to make sure you understand your next steps in paying the remainder. Damage deposit was returned promptly. Due to the stairs, cannot recommend for all travelers. (The stairs are included in the listing.) Of note, for this trip, Champions League final occurred. This apartment was perfect for this since the match was broadcast in the park right near the apartment!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, families with teenagers.
Excellent apartment and location in Barcelona
Guest: Larry
(Maryland, U.S.A. )
Date of Stay: 05/14/11
Review Submitted: 05/27/11
The location and amenities of this apartment were just perfect for us. On the edge of the Old Town area of Barcelona, a number of cafes, bakeries and restaurants were a block or two away, with other sites like the Picasso Museum perhaps a 10 minute walk and Las Ramblas maybe a nice 20 minute walk. The beaches are a bit further, perhaps a mile, but a nice walk none-the-less. We walked everywhere and did not have or need a car. The owner, Carola, is great and could not have been more gracious and helpful. The pictures of the apartment are very good and descriptive - it looks just like that. It is very clean and well maintained and had everything that we needed for week's stay. My wife, Joni's comments follow: Crossing the threshold into this light-filled, well-situated apartment, we knew we were in Spain! The tiled kitchen and bath, the floor–to-ceiling shuttered windows, the little balconies with a birdseye view of the corner café and Parc de la Ciutadella all said: “You’re not in the U.S. any more.” We did not understand when we booked that this is the perfect location, but felt extremely lucky to have such a central home base. We walked to the beaches at Port Olimpic, the Sagrada Familia, the Picasso Museum, La Rambla, and the funicular to Montjuic. None of the walks were taxing, but together, they burned enough calories that we lost a few pounds, despite the first and second breakfasts, lunch, dinner, tea, supper and cava sangria breaks we took daily in the many wonderful restaurants, cafes and cervecerias. Directly across the street from the apartment, the Parc de la Ciutadella was the spectacular setting for my daily runs and would be fabulous for a family with young children to run off a little energy. Carola couldn’t have been nicer or more helpful. She gave us a heads up on transportation from the airport, gave a great overview of Barcelona life when we checked in and turned us onto another of her apartments in the beautiful beach town of Sitges, just a 40 minute train ride from Estacio Franca, which is also a short, easy walk, even with overpacked suitcases. We wouldn’t have gone to Sitges without Carola’s recommendation, but we are so glad we did will not come back to Barcelona without at least a few days there, as well.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Home away from home
Guest: Maria
(San Antonio, Tx)
Date of Stay: 04/29/11
Review Submitted: 05/10/11
The apartment in the Born/Ribera area was a cozy and comfortable stay! Close to the Picasso Museum, Plaza Catalunya, Palau de Musica Catalan and, of course, the Chocolate Museum. We walked these streets many times over only to find a new experience/sight at every turn. Great place to rest up for your next adventure! Carola was most helpful with directions and local fare.
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers.
Much needed rest and relaxation!
Guest: Stella
(Afghanistan / USA)
Date of Stay: 04/01/11
Review Submitted: 04/30/11
My sister and I stayed in Carola's apartment for two weeks in April 2011; it was perfect for us. The apt was as advertised; clean, excellent location, nice view, and very close to attractions. I would stay again and recommend this property to family or friends. The apartment is on a corner; we had a good view of the park and down the quaint street. During summer when the trees are full, you may not be able to see the view but there are parrots. Carola was very helpful and friendly. She provided lots of ideas and directions in addition to pointing us to our favorite daily restaurant. Everything was easily available. Bakery and grocery shops down the street. Nice restaurants abound. The metro is a coupld of blocks away. The beach, Las Ramblas, shopping, many sights, and other are within easy walking. For us, it couldn't have been better. If you want to use the DVD player you need to fiddle with all the cables. It took us a while but it works. Enjoy!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, girls getaway.
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