Magnificient modernist apartment in the heart of the city.
Only 15 of 557 reviews report a problem, which is 2.8% of your guests. The main issue is that some rooms lack air conditioning in summer heat, mentioned by 6 low reviews. Access via 40 stairs before the elevator is confirmed across multiple reviews. None of these problems reach the level that would stop us from recommending this listing.
- Limited air conditioning in summer10 reviews
- Stair access before elevator13 reviews
- Electrical breaker trips with multiple appliances10 reviews
What the stars hide
Three bedrooms have only ceiling fans, not air conditioning. Multiple guests found this unbearable during summer visits to Barcelona. The listing describes AC availability but does not clearly state which rooms lack it.
Counted10 reviews mention maintenance · 1 in the last year · also raised by guests who still gave five stars
Approximately 40 steps lead to the elevator from the ground floor. Guests with luggage, disabilities, or mobility issues found this challenging. The listing mentions this but travelers often miss it.
Counted13 reviews mention access · 5 in the last year · also raised by guests who still gave five stars
The building's electrical system shuts down when several appliances run simultaneously. This limits cooking or laundry during busy times.
Counted10 reviews mention maintenance · 1 in the last year · also raised by guests who still gave five stars
The boiler produces loud noise when hot water is turned on. Neighbors have complained about noise from children running around during the day.
Counted10 reviews mention maintenance · 1 in the last year · also raised by guests who still gave five stars
A security camera is positioned inside the apartment near the doorway to prevent squatters. This was not disclosed at booking and violates Airbnb policy. The host did not mention it upfront.
Counted5 reviews mention accuracy · 1 in the last year · 1 bad enough to change a booking · also raised by guests who still gave five stars
Listing language, decoded
Problems have risen from 2.4% of reviews to 5.5% in the last year -- 3 of 55 recent guests against 12 of 502 before.
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