Gràcia | Apartment in Vallcarca i els Penitents, Spain

Are you looking for a penthouse with a large terrace boasting the best views of Barcelona? Then this is THE place for you!
Located a short distance from Parc Güell, it's in a quiet, local neighborhood, yet a stone's throw from the bustling city center. You'll find many great places to enjoy wine and tapas with the locals. We'll be happy to recommend several places depending on what you'd like to try.
The apartment has been carefully furnished to suit your needs for a short stay in the city. It has been designed with active and independent travelers in mind.
You can enjoy all your meals in the sun on the terrace while taking in the incredible views.
As a young and vibrant company, we want to expand our community of travelers and share experiences with people from all over the world. We'll be delighted to share our Barcelona dos and don'ts with you to ensure you make the most of your stay, and invite you to experience local life and culture from our perspective.
Practical details:
1 Double bedroom with a 135x200 cm double bed.
1 Living-dining room with access to the terrace.
1 Kitchen, equipped with all necessary utensils, including a microwave and toaster.
1 Top-loading washing machine.
1 Full bathroom with shower and hairdryer.
Air conditioning, heating, and Wi-Fi.
Terrace with table, chairs, and a sun lounger.
Location:
Located away from the hustle and bustle of the city center, but only 15 minutes by metro from Plaça Catalunya (the most touristy and historical part of Barcelona). The station is a short walk from the apartment, across the Vallcarca Viaduct bridge.
You can reach Parc Güell on foot in a few minutes. If you prefer to take the bus (number 92), it's a few meters from the apartment and will drop you off right in front of the Parc Güell entrance.
District: Gràcia
Nearest grocery store: 100 meters
Nearest pharmacy: 100 meters
Nearest beach: Barceloneta Beach is 6.5 kilometers away
Nearest ferry: Port of Barcelona is 6.5 kilometers away
Transport:
We recommend using public transport: The "Vallcarca" metro station (L3) is about a 3-minute (190-meter) walk from the apartment and takes you directly to the city center.
You can also take bus number 28 to reach Plaça Catalunya. Along the way, you'll pass through Passeig de Gràcia, one of Barcelona's most famous avenues, where you can admire two of Antoni Gaudí's best-known works of art: "Casa Batlló" and "Casa Milà" or "La Pedrera".
You will also see other symbolic and emblematic buildings belonging to the Modern Age of Barcelona.
There is a public pay parking lot: Parking Miguel de la Capilla, about 550 meters from the apartment.
Barcelona Airport: Barcelona Airport is 16.6 kilometers away, about a 20-25 minute taxi ride from the apartment.
If you wish to sleep separately, please inform us in advance or when making your reservation. Depending on the variation, an additional charge may apply (€15/set).
There is a mandatory tourist tax of €2,48 per person/night and a municipal surcharge of €4.40 per person/night, payable upon arrival as it is not included in the rate. This must be paid directly to the rental agency.
Smoking, group dinners, parties, and noise after 9 pm are strictly prohibited. Police fines range from €200 to €600 and are payable immediately.
Persons under 25 years of age are not permitted on the property unless accompanied by their guardians.
A €200 damage deposit (credit card authorization) is required upon arrival. For stays shorter than 7 days, this is automatically released up to 7 days after your departure (if the apartment is left in good condition). This does not apply to bookings made through Airbnb.
This is an in-person check-in; you will coordinate with an agent to access the property.
Check-in time is from 3 PM to 8 PM.
If you check in later, please note that there is a surcharge of €30 for check-in between 8 PM and 11:59 PM, and €50 for check-in after that. This fee must be paid in cash directly to the check-in agent. Otherwise, VAT will be added.
A few days before your arrival, you will receive a PreCheck-in form where you must fill in your passport and contact and arrival details. It is essential that you indicate your expected arrival time here.
ON YOUR ARRIVAL DAY: To ensure we can receive you on time at the apartment, it is necessary to call us at least 30-40 minutes before arriving at the apartment, using the check-in agent's phone number indicated in the Guest Portal (using the link from the PreCheck-in Form). If you don't call us in time, you may have to wait for the check-in agent.
Take the opportunity to ask any questions upon arrival to ensure a pleasant stay :)
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