You'll pay a steep tourist tax on top of the nightly rate—guests in 4 low reviews flagged it as a surprise charge of €85 to €130 for short stays, and this confirmed problem also appears in five-star reviews. Noise from neighbors and other units is relentless; 32 low reviews mention it, with 3 in the last eight reviews.
What the stars hide
Barcelona's mandatory tourist tax (€9.50 per person per night) is not included in the nightly rate and must be paid at check-in. A week-long stay costs €130+ extra. The listing mentions it, but guests still report feeling blindsided.
The building contains multiple short-term rentals and guest units are thin-walled. Guests hear loud conversations, music from parties, cleaning crews in adjacent units, and bathroom sounds throughout the day and night. Some guests woke at 1 AM to noisy parties.
Eight steps lead to the elevator, which is small and fits barely two people. Guests with mobility issues or heavy luggage struggle with the setup.
Shower temperature fluctuates dramatically from cold to hot without adjustment. Air conditioning does not hold set temperature reliably. A bathroom door does not lock.
Beds have mismatched cloth instead of proper duvet covers, making sleep uncomfortable. Basic items like salt, sugar, pepper, and oil are absent despite the listing showing kitchen supplies.
Listing language, decoded
Noise and access complaints have appeared in 3 of the 8 most recent low reviews, suggesting conditions are worsening or guests are less tolerant.
Miriam replies to critical reviews quickly, but consistently defends the tourist tax policy rather than acknowledging guest frustration.
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