Inside Barcelona Apartments Mercat

Location: Carrer Comercial 15, Barcelona, 08003, Barcelona, ES

Star Rating: 4 Stars

Property Type: Hotels

About this Property

Important Information

Policies

Check-in: 03:00 PM - anytime

Check-out: 11:00 AM

Instructions: There is no front desk at this property. Prior to arrival, guests must complete online registration with the property via a secure link. Guests will receive an email 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance. A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests. This property is located in the city's Low Emission Zone; only low-emission vehicles are permitted to enter. Guests with non-Spanish license plates must register their vehicle with the city in advance.

Amenities & Facilities

• Boat tours nearby
• Free WiFi
• Wheelchair accessible
• Elevator
• Smoke-free property
• Boat tours nearby
• Well-lit path to entrance
• Stair-free path to entrance

Rooms Available

• Duplex

  3 Twin Beds

  Soundproofed room

  
  

  Layout - 2 bedrooms and living room

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Entertainment - 32-inch Smart TV with cable channels

  Food & Drink - Kitchen with refrigerator, stovetop, oven, and microwave

  Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower, a hair dryer, and towels

  Practical - Washer/dryer, laptop-compatible safe, and wardrobe or closet; cribs (free) available on request

  Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating

  Need to Know - Weekly housekeeping, no rollaway/extra beds available

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • TV
  • Hair dryer
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Oven
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Bottle of water
  • Espresso maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Free WiFi
  • Weekly housekeeping provided
  • No rollaway/extra beds
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Separate bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Smart TV

• Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  3 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Trundle Bed

  Soundproofed room

  
  

  Layout - 2 bedrooms

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Entertainment - 32-inch Smart TV with cable channels

  Food & Drink - Kitchen with refrigerator, stovetop, oven, and microwave

  Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathtub, a hair dryer, and towels

  Practical - Washer/dryer, laptop-compatible safe, and wardrobe or closet; cribs (free) available on request

  Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating

  Need to Know - Weekly housekeeping, no rollaway/extra beds available

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 4 (3 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • TV
  • Hair dryer
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Oven
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Bottle of water
  • Espresso maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Free WiFi
  • Weekly housekeeping provided
  • No rollaway/extra beds
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Separate bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Smart TV

• Duplex, Terrace

  2 Twin Beds

  Features a private deck/patio

  
  

  Layout - Bedroom

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Entertainment - 32-inch Smart TV with cable channels

  Food & Drink - Kitchen with refrigerator, stovetop, oven, and microwave

  Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower, a hair dryer, and towels

  Practical - Washer/dryer, laptop-compatible safe, and wardrobe or closet; cribs (free) available on request

  Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating

  Need to Know - Weekly housekeeping, no rollaway/extra beds available

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • TV
  • Hair dryer
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Oven
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Bottle of water
  • Espresso maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Free WiFi
  • Weekly housekeeping provided
  • No rollaway/extra beds
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Separate bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Smart TV
  • Deck or patio

Guest Reviews

• Diane (10/5): - Once we figured out how to use the entry system (if the instructions on the video aren’t working for you, try turning the other way instead) we very much enjoyed our stay. They responded quickly to my issue getting the tv working.
• Vanessa (10/5): - I have stayed here before. Very convenient and a great area
• Gregor (10/5): - Schöne Unterkunft,die gut von Öffis erreichbar war.. Küchenutensilien vorhanden,aber nichts gekocht,daher nichts verwendet;-).
• Siamak (8/5): - Excellent location and walkable to a lot of attractions and dining options. We had a 2 bedroom suite and one of the bedrooms didn't have good blinds so the morning light was a bit bothersome. The oven wasn't working so they sent someone to fix it. After it couldn't be fixed they brought us a microwave oven instead. Appliances were a bit old but the staff was very friendly and attentive.
• yelena (10/5): - Great service.
• Frederic (8/5): Presque parfait - Situation idéale, à quelques mètres du quartier gothique (et donc par extension proche des remblais, de la place de Catalogne et de Gràcia), du parc de la Ciutadella et permettant de se rendre à pieds à la plage. Appartement confortable et spacieux pour 3. Seul petit bémol, c’est l’insonorisation. Si vous avez des voisins un minimum bruillant (qui font les cent pas ou parlent un peu plus fort que la moyenne), vous les entendrez. Pour le reste, la Clim fonctionne très bien, la salle de bain est assez grande et la cuisine très bien équipée.
• Roberto (10/5): - A nice cozy apartment located in the Born neighborhood, close to many great tourist attractions and restaurants.
• shuchi (10/5): - Wonderful stay. Very central location.
• Stephanie (10/5): - This apartment is very well located and was super clean. We appreciated having the washer/dryer (which is a very nice one and worked well), plus the starter kit of coffee pods and kitchen soap. Last, the entry instructions and access- while fully automated and no interaction with humans- worked very well and could t have been easier. We highly recommend this apartment for your time in Barcelona!
• Jesper (10/5): - Rolige omgivelser. Pænt og fint sted.
• tor (10/5): - Modern, clean, comfortable. Great location.
• Kiran (10/5): - El Born neighborhood gave us a unique experience of Barcelona's medieval times. Most attractions were walkable from the apartment.
• Alejandro (10/5): - Excelente todo Gracias
• Anna (10/5): - The apartment was nice and clean and spacious enough for myself and my two daughters. The area is safe and quiet but close to transportation and many attractions. Washer/dryer combo was very much appreciated. The only thing I would add is a mirror above the desk in the small bedroom.
• Roland (10/5): - Alles super
• Yalmary (8/5): - Nice place
• Janice (10/5): Great family trip in Born - We had an excellent stay at inside Barcelona, we were close to so many great restaurants and shops in Born and near trains and busses for everything we wanted to do outside of Born. They accommodated us with an early check in and a crib and high chair in great condition. The app was easy to use and the staff was very responsive by email and messages. Everything was clean and comfortable and away from the high traffic touristy parts of town. We had a great time, very satisfied with our time here!
• atsushi (10/5): - 広くて清潔な室内。家族4人で泊まるには最適なアパートメントでした。 キッチン、洗濯機も室内についているので現地で暮らすように過ごせます。 ロケーションも旧市街地で有名なバル、ピカソ博物館も徒歩圏内です。 夜も照明で通りは明るいので安心でした。 スタッフと顔を会わせることがないので星4つとしましたが、メール、電話での対応は丁寧でした。
• M (10/5): - Great location and clean apartment
• Simone (10/5): - The property was as described and perfect for our long stay. It is in a quieter area but with ample dining options as well as groceries within an easy walk. There is a hop-on/hop-off bus stop just down the road which makes seeing all the sites easy. The property was clean and well presented and was cleaned once during our stay which was perfect. Accessing the property was easy and when I dropped the coffee pot the housekeeping manager was extremely accommodating and delivered a new one very quickly without fuss. Thank you for a wonderful stay, we would highly recommend the property!
• stan (10/5): - excellent customer service
• Jason (10/5): Well-equipped gem in El Born - Conveniently located in El Born across from the historical market/archaeological museum (Born Center of Culture and Memory). Walking distance to so many museums, parks and zoo. Despite being in an active nightlife area, the apartment was super quiet when windows closed. Apartment has all you need (including washer/dryer, dishwasher, dishes, etc) for a long stay. It was very comfortable, but nothing fancy inside. Has one double bed and two singles. Although I was one person, three or four people could be very comfortable in this apartment.
• Laura (10/5): - Great location
• Mustafa (10/5): - Charming location only a block or so away from main attractions. Spacious and clean apartment with everything we could ask for. Highly recommended!
• Carla (10/5): - Wonderful place and very helpful office/support staff to answer questions. Highly recommend!!
• Ville (10/5): Barcelona24 - Laadukas asunto hyvällä paikalla. Suosittelen
• Vincent (10/5): - Comfortable, clean, roomy. Bed could be more comfortable.
• Chan (10/5): - Awesome location, spacious apartment, would definitely stay there again!
• Didier (10/5): Très bel endroit calme en plein centre de Bracelon - L'appartement est situé idéalement ! La station De França est à deux minutes à pied ! Situé dans le centre, l'appartement sur deux niveaux (chambre et salle de bain en bas et pièces à vitre et une chambre en haut) donne des deux cotés du bâtiment très calme !! L'appartement est très facile d'accès et sécurisé par des codes d'entrées. Il est très bien équipé ce vous donne accès à une autonomie recherchée pour ce types d'hébergement idéal pour 3 personnes.
• Janine (10/5): - Great apartment which was well equipped with all that we needed. Great location too.
• Jose (10/5): Comfy, convenient and clean. - This apartment was great for my family’s stay in Barcelona. It was conveniently located to many amenities including restaurants and a grocery store and it was also easy access to the bus or train. The apartment had all the necessities and was very comfortable.
• Caroline (10/5): Cute apartment with terrace - well positioned - Cute apartment with terrace in the Born district. Minutes from the main hustle and bustle but was a lovely quiet area with lots of locals. Would highly recommend. Only downside was that some of the furniture was fairly basic and/needed upgrading as a bit worn. But would stay here again when next in Barcelona 😁
• VICTOR (10/5): - Great property and walking distance to restaurants, transportation, grocery stores, etc. The staff were very helpful when we had to fix something at the apartment.
• John (10/5): First Trip to Barcelona - Awesome location, walkable to many bars and restaurants. New with everything in working order.
• Eva (10/5): - We loved the location of this apartment. It felt very safe and quiet, and just on the other side of the cultural center there was a plethora of dining and shopping options as well as the Picasso museum. on our departure day the office people were very nice and friendly and we were able to leave our luggage there, which gave us a few more hours to enjoy the El Born neighborhood. Our family was very happy to stay here and would stay here again if we return to Barcelona.
• Jean Pierre (10/5): - Perfect location
• Ellen (10/5): Saved our vacation - Our room was very comfortable and had all the amenities we could want. Most importantly, communication with Mariana was excellent from before we even checked in. We forgot our passports and cash in the safe and she immediately found a way to let us know. We had already left the city but she was able to overnight everything to our next hotel. We could continue our vacation without worries. Thank you, Mariana!
• Gunther Ludwig (10/5): - Tolle Wohnung! (Duplex) Wohnung: Großzügig, sehr sauber, bestens ausgestattet. Die Betten waren sehr gut und vor allem war die Wohnung total ruhig! Im Doppelschlafzimmer, das in den Innenhof geht, könnten wir mit offenem Fenster schlafen. Das Einzelschlafzimmer, das nach vorne geht, ist es etwas lauter, aber trotzdem leise für eine zentrale Innenstadtlage. Ein- und Auschecken völlig unkompliziert. Lage: Sensationell direkt im jungen Künstlerviertel El Born. Viel tolle Tapas Bars, und Restaurants in der Nähe. Wenige Minuten zu Fuß viele kleine Läden zum shoppen. Zum Bus ca. 4min, zur Metro ca. 10min. Tip: direkt nebenan "Chao Pescao Seafood Born". Sehr frischer Fisch und Meeresfrüchte zu günstige Preisen. Reingehen, an der Fischtheke aussuchen, was man will. Das wird dann frisch zubereitetet. Unbedingt probieren!
• Verified traveler (10/5): - We liked the apartment very much and would like to stay there again. It was the perfect size for 3 people and it a very quiet street but at the same time close to a very nice area with lots of bars and restaurants. For us it was the perfect location. Very nice that luggage is easily stored when checking in/out. Excellent service from Inside Barcelona apartments. If we come back we would be happy to stay with you again😊
• Ilya (8/5): Great place with a few notes - Overall we enjoyed the stay. The location was perfect. I loved the check in/out process. I would have given it 5/5, if not a few minor things: - Kitchen was missing a few essentials like salt, pepper, oil, etc - We did not have any dishwasher capsules - The washer was worker, but they drying mode was not
• Xiaobei (8/5): - The property located with lots of nice restaurants and near by the park and Zoo, also bus stations. And it is really quiet most of the time until you have a noisy neighbour arriving in the same floor. We got some drunk girls next to us on the last few nights, who were singing and shouting at 12pm and 5am. But overall, we are happy with the apartment
• ak23566 (10/5): First rate in every respect - We had two nights in Barcelona prior to boarding a cruise ship, and decided to book here. We are so pleased that we sid so. The appartment was immaculately clean, nicely furnished and very comfortable. And Carrer Commercial was perfectly located for restaurants and bars and just 15 minutes stroll to La Rambla. The staff at the office (3 minutes away) could not have been more helpful. They replied to enquiries quickly, spoke perfect English and stored our luggage. They even arranged a taxi to transfer us to the cruise terminal. First rate. We would absolutely recommend this company and will use them again.
• Sarah (8/5): - The apartment was spacious and the kitchen well equipped. There was a lot of back staining on the sealant and tile grout around the bath, which spoilt the look. The washer/dryer was German so even with the instruction booklet in English, it wasn’t much use. There was wear and tear on some areas and it would have been good to have motion sensor lighting in the entrance lobby as it was very dark on a night.
• Helen (10/5): - Great location and a lovely spacious apartment. Close to a supermarket, restaurants and the city park. A great central base for a weekend away. Apartment well furnished, lovely bathroom and a kitchen area providing everything you need to eat in. Highly recommend and cannot wait to return.
• Verified traveler (10/5): - Very well run, clean, super nice staff and at a great location. Very comfortable apartment. Will stay again next time we visit Barcelona.
• Verified traveler (8/5): - Girls in office spectacular. Location great. However stairs in actual apt need to be defined to prevent injury.
• WRParker4 (10/5): Location,Location, Location - The Apartment we rented from Inside Barcelona Apartments Mercat was outstanding. In addition to its very central location, it was clean, exceptionally well equipped and very functional for a week-long stay. The staff was very helpful before and during our stay. Little things like the washer/dryer worked easily and effectively. The internet was very good. The only issue I would raise is that because the stairs between levels (and bedrooms) were steep, this may not be the best unit for older travelers or those with small children. However, otherwise I highly recommend this organization.
• Verified traveler (10/5): - Great locate and very well equipped clean and with the added bonus of a washing machine and dishwasher
• Verified traveler (10/5): Great value - Walls are quite dirty and need a paint job. the beds are uncomfortable. No supply of extra linens in case you feel colder at night. The location is fantastic. The front desk and support service is top quality: very kind, knowledgeable and hospitable office.The apartment furnishings apart from the bed are great and the patio area is a brilliant addition to have. I believe their other rooms were a lot better but the one we stayed in was decent value for money. Would recommend and would definitely stay here again.
• Mike (10/5): - Great apartment in a great location. Close to all major tourist destinations.
• Delafield,Mary (10/5): - Modern amenities in the heart of the old city. Warm efficient reception in spite of civil unrest in the city.
• Christine (8/5): Great location - Great location. Good apartment. Comfy beds. Ok shower. Only downside was the building did not have much noise insulation and u could hear people in the above and below apartments all the time especially at night...
• Traveller (10/5): - Loved the location, close to restaurants, supermarket and market, and walking distance to most sights. The deck was an awesome addition with a view across El Born and a great place to have coffee and relax. The place had all the amenities for cooking etc. The shower is starting to leak but the bathroom was clean and stocked appropriately, though a face cloth might be a nice addition. There is garbage and recycling available outside and a piece explaining how that worked would have been a benefit - or ensure the understanding is that all waste can be left. There was no bag for organics so these had to go into the garbage when we were there. The staff at Inside Barcelona were amazing. Check in great and most fully explained though there was a lot to cover. Thanks for an amazing stay!
• Teresa (10/5): - Location, location, location!! Excellent guest services!!
• Nicola (10/5): Amazing views. - We had a fabulous 4 nights in the terrace apartment. The views from the roof are amazing. Lovely area with some great bars and restaurants. We loved Barcelona! Thank you.
• Priscilla P (10/5): - The apartment was excellent
• Verified traveler (10/5): - This was one of the best apartment rental experiences we had. Location, apartment layout, amenities and service were all impeccable. We will most certainly comeback and also recommend to others.
• JuhaniKR (10/5): The perfect base for exploring Barcelona - Stayed in the Mercat apartment last year with my wife, and returned again in February 2019 with our whole family of 5 adults and 3 kids, occupying three apartments. We all just loved the location, the space, the comfort, the view, and the facilities of the apartments. The fantastic service of the Inside Barcelona staff, before and during our both visits, topped it all - this will be our home in Barcelona also next time! The Mercat is within a pleasant walk (or easy ride) from all attractions, still having the feel of living like a local, a bit off from the biggest masses of tourists. There are many restaurants, shopping and museums close-by, supermarket right across the square. We also enjoyed the sunny leisurely walks by the sea at Port Vell with many outdoor restaurants. If you are visiting during a weekend, do join the locals for Sunday picnic, maybe a concert and dancing, or rowing a boat on a small lake at the lovely Parc de la Ciutadella, right across Passeig de Picasso.
• Debbie (10/5): - This apartment is in a great location. The street is quiet, but near a lot of restaurants, shops, and the park. It was great for three people. The views from the balcony are awesome.
• swapnilpt005 (10/5): Great Location , Great Services - We stayed at Inside Barcelona Apartments (Mercat Duplex) for 3 days in May-2019. Apartment is located at very convenient location , 30 mins away from airport, 15 mins walking distance to beach, Zoo and Park just few mins away , close to grocery store , There is also 24 hrs grocery store just 5 mins away. Highly recommend this place. I am overwhelmed by the services provided, They arranged birthday cake for my wife on my request from one of the best place in Barcelona (Bubo), also arranged the taxi for our journey back to airport for early morning flight. Few downsides 1. Apartment is duplex so it was not child friendly, we had to be extra careful with the stairs 2. Bit expensive.
• Jessica (10/5): Perfect apartment! - The location of the apartment was fantastic - in the quieter El Born district, but very close to many of the main attractions. We were able to walk to most everything. For a few things that were too far (La Sagrada Famila, Park Guell), we took the metro, which was nearby and very easy to navigate with the help of Google Maps. There is an Aldi grocery store within steps from the apartment, so we were able to fully stock the kitchen with what we needed for our stay. The beds were comfortable, perfectly dark for sleeping, and it was very quiet. The space was open and bright. Only downside was that the tv only offered programming in Spanish, Catalan, or German. But on an international vacation, non-English tv is not a deal-breaker for us. Be aware that the apartment (at least the one we got) is 2 floors - the master bedroom and bathroom are on the first floor, and the living room, kitchen, and second bedroom are on the second. This was just fine for us, but may not be ideal for a family with small children. If we return to Barcelona, we will absolutely stay here again!
• Verified traveler (10/5): - We loved the location and the service by inside Barcelona staff. They were terrific to be right there when we needed them. This was an apartment that we rented for 4 nights. The only problem we had was a bad tv reception, so we really could not watch tv. We would gladly use them again.
• Richard (10/5): Charming roof-top apartment - Comfortable clean apartment with fully stocked kitchen including washer/dryer. Great location in El Born, close to train station, park, old town, beach - just about everything, or close to public transportation if desired. Easy check in and out. Excellent customer service with things like recommendations, arranging for a cab, etc. The secure building has a lift. The apartment itself is over two floors with stairs. Would not recommend for small children, but charming for adults. We will return.
• Bruen (8/5): Location is No 1 - Loved the location, walking distance to the old town of El Born with beautiful cafes, bars, restaurants and walking distance to the Estacio de Franca train station and Aldi. Parc de la CiutDella and Arc de Triomf right next door. Everything is within walking distance. Stayed on the 2nd floor 2 bedroom apartment which was well stocked with every thing you might need. But sticking 2 single beds together didn’t make for comfortable sleeping and pillows very flat. Please replace that very uncomfortable sofa which is not suitable for guests. Could do with another English TV channel as well. Other than that no complaints and would recommend highly for location.
• Verified traveler (10/5): Great stay - It was wonder stay, will definitely stay here again in the future.
• Jane (6/5): Barcelona apartment - The apartment was very stark and was 2 levels. I would have preferred one level. The towels were thred bare. The neighborhood was very nice but a good 45 minute walk to sagrada familia.
• BRE12_13 (10/5): Fabulous apartment and location - The apartments are on a very quiet pedestrianised square. No noise from bars or restaurants either. And most bedrooms look onto the quiet inner courtyard. Within easy walking distance of centre and main sights, and 3 minutes walk to beautiful gardens, 15 minutes walk to the beaches. The apartments are newly renovated and modern in an 18th century house, with a modern lift. We had an "attic" apartment, with bedroom, good bathroom, sitting room, dining area for four and a modern kitchen. (Although they're called attic, they have high, full ceilings and full-length windows with masses of light). There's also dining-table and chairs for six on the rooftop terrace, and 2 loungers on the upper part of the terrace, which has great views over the rooftops of Barcelona. Heating/air-conditioning too. The staff all speak English and were very helpful. The apartment was spotlessly clean. There's an Aldi small supermarket on the far corner of the large square. To sum up: beautifully peaceful, spacious and comfortable, with great views. Virtually unique in Barcelona, and very good value.
• Verified traveler (10/5): - Good area central to the main attractions in the Gòtic quarter. Convenient and safe. Large apartment good for 3 people and even 4. Amenities were excellent ,could cook and then use the dishwasher. Washing machine was also very helpful. Best of all was the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff!!
• TropikalParadize (10/5): Perfect place to stay while visiting Barcelona! - My friend and I stayed at the Inside Barcelona apartments for a week in early December and it was absolutely lovely! What an amazing place to stay for an amazing price in an amazing area of the city! It really couldn't have been better, we were so happy with our stay here, and the Inside Barcelona office/help desk people were so friendly and accommodating! We thoroughly enjoyed staying at this apartment and it really made our trip memorable! Our apartment was on the 4th floor of the Carrer Comercial 15 building, and basically had everything we could ask for and more! Upon walking in, there was a bathroom with sink and shower, next to a large bedroom with two beds. The staircase leads you upstairs from here, where the living area, kitchen, and second bedroom are located. The living area was complete with comfy chairs and a couch, and a flat screen TV and coffee table. There was also a dining table with chairs, and a full service kitchen complete with fridge, stove, sink, and stocked with dining utensils and cookware. The second bedroom is upstairs also, with a bed, desk, and private balcony. The living room also has a big beautiful balcony you can walk out on and we had a great view from the 4th floor! Some great sunsets here! The layout of the apartment was really perfect, and we absolutely enjoyed our time here! All amenities also are provided, such as towels, sheets, kitchenwares, even a large bottle of water in the fridge! I believe if you stay a certain number of days they also have a maid service that will come in and clean. Basically everything a hotel provides you with and more! Another huge plus is how helpful the staff at Inside Barcelona are. They give you detailed instructions on how to get here when you arrive (I took the train from the airport), even which trains to hop on/off of, which was super helpful. I got there without a hitch and met them in their office, then they escorted me to the apartment, showed me around, and went over all the details. They also give you handouts about events going on in the area, where the closest conveniences are such as grocery stores, ATMs, etc, and they can get tickets for you to all the major Barcelona attractions and day trips. WOW they were so helpful, it was wonderful! We ended up booking tickets to an FC Barcelona game through them and it worked out perfectly! They really did think of everything you could need and were very accommodating and super friendly! The icing on the cake is that this apartment building is right in the middle of the best area, we really loved exploring El Born and found so many wonderful restaurants and cool sights and things to do in this district, we were really happy to stay here! Its close to the Estacio Franca (train station), Picasso Museum, a big park, tons of restaurants and a lively bar scene, and a short walk to the metro. Also close is the Bascilica de Santa Maria del Mar, a huge beautiful gothic church that isn't to be missed! There is a ton to do in this area, just a short walk away. That being said, our apartment was quiet as a mouse, we didn't have any trouble sleeping at all and didn't hear any loud noises at night at all, which was wonderful. Our stay here was superb and I recommend anyone travelling to Barcelona to stay here! Its amazing value for your money, we had a wonderful time and really enjoyed ourselves. The place was perfect, the location was perfect, and the staff of Inside Barcelona really were perfect, we had the best time and staying here really made the experience memorable!
• GuidingHand (10/5): Excellent - Stayed here for 3 nights and it was a great stay. Apartment was large with two bedrooms on a split level and was plenty large enough for 3 people. The block also had a lift which was very handy as were on the 3rd floor. Check in was efficient and they allowed to check in earlier which was an added bonus. The area itself El Born is lovely with some great bars and restaurants all within a short walk. It's nice and quiet which is also an added bonus. My only gripe was that there was only salt and olive oil in the kitchen and there was no sugar or very minimal coffee but there is a supermarket very close but it would have been good to have it in each apartment. Would definitely stay here again.
• 837rm (10/5): Best apartments with the best support team - This was the third time staying in one of these apartments in close proximity to a part of Barcelona we love. The apartments are amazing they always feel like home. But as great as the stay and city are the team are TOP for me. They make it very difficult to leave. Their effort has not gone unnoticed THANK YOU
• fran47 (8/5): Good apartment in a great location - The Mercat apartment was well appointed and had mostly everything you would need. The neighborhood was quiet and yet very conveniently located within walking distance to almost everything. Great restaurants near by and park across the street. The staff was especially friendly, helpful and responsive. Would definitely consider staying with them again when in Barcelona.
• arbdd (10/5): Perfect location in El Born - Clean, well appointed, roomy and comfortable. Plenty of tourist attractions, bars, restaurants in walking distance. Perfect for family. Kitchen well stocked. Can walk to Gothic quarter and beach. Bike rental nearby.
• John (10/5): Great accommodation close to town centre. - Ver conveniently located. Plenty of eating, shopping and tourist sights close by.
• Hazygrey (10/5): Wonderful Apartment in great location - We stayed for five nights at the duplex apartment and had a great stay. Check In we checked in at the office in Carrer de l'Esparteria upon arrival and the staff walked us the couple of blocks to the apartment with us. It was raining and would have been a pain if we had a lot of luggage. Location Between the park and the El Born centre de cultura i memoria, it was very quiet and peaceful, but very close to all the restaurants, shops and amenities in El Born. It's a lively, cool neighbourhood that's also convenient. Amenities We had a two bedroom duplex apartment which had a full kitchen and washer / dryer. There was a nespresso, coffeemaker and the bathroom had shampoo, shower gel and lotion. We didn't cook in the apartment, but had bread, fruit and snacks. There are many grocery stores and convenience stores nearby. We had a fantastic stay here and would come back here if we return to Barcelona.
• Verified traveler (10/5): - Apartment was as described, clean and comfortable and centrally located. We loved our stay and would go back to the same apartment next time we’re in Barcelona!
• oceanvessel (10/5): very nice apartment assisted with unbelieabably kind staffs - Apartment is nice and clean. Mercat apartment is located much wider place than Esparteria and interior seems to be new. All the staff at Inside Barcelona Apartment were extremely kind and respond to all the requests, mails and queries quickly. They try to do their utmost best to make customers happy. We forgot something to bring home but they immediately reported us to send it back to us together with our extra requests which they actually do not have to do. They are the best of Barcelona! We recommend this place as the No. 1 loading of Barcelona.
• Ed (10/5): Next to Gothic Quarter and short walk to beaches - Friendly helpful staff, terrific location, quiet -everything we asked for and more. Would liked to have had the “attic” unit with terrace which was what I thought we were booking but the 2 bedroom apartment we had was spacious and comfortable.
• Hosta_La_Vista (10/5): Location Location Location - I waffled between a 5 star and a 4 star review. I believe the 5 star is accurate if you are looking for practicality and not flashy. If you are looking for luxury then this is not it. Perfection: - location in el Born area where you can walk to everything. This is the place to be. Access to markets, restaurants, local life and transportation. - Inside Barcelona staff are great (helpful and available & willing to assist). English speaking is certainly a bonus. - great newer appliances - everything you need. As a North American we are not use to dual duty appliances (washers with dryers and stoves with micro waves - thank goodness for English instructions) plus dishwasher and full size fridge and freezer. - well stocked kitchen - everything you need including dishes, cutlery, pots and pans and cookware, paper towel and dish cleaning and drying cloths and soap. Better stocked than at home. - Included is a nespresso maker with 2 coffee tabs to get you going (you can buy non-nespresso tabs at the market or Starbucks for a fraction of nespresso costs. There is also a drip coffee maker available & kettle. - air conditioning if needed. - shower is great. - large safe in bedroom. - Free wifi. - good size apartment for city living. - second bedroom if need for a 3rd person (but no second bathroom). - elevator is great for luggage but with lift-style apartment not mobility friendly. Bedroom and bathroom main floor, living and kitchen up. - tv has limited English speaking stations: satellite news (us and Britain) plus one station on tv (channel 11). - security good. Not as good: - not sprinklered (not unusual for Europe). Fire safety a bit iffy. Outside (electric) blind in bedroom if down would be a concern. - only 3 bath towels and no laundry detergent supplied. - couch is dreadfully uncomfortable, needs replacing with something more comfortable and doesn’t sit so close to the floor. - not enough toilet paper supplied but cheap enough to buy at market. I highly recommend with some considerations.
• Venture343559 (10/5): Great stay, good location - We stayed for 4 nights (2 adults and 2 small children), apartment was perfect for us, well located near the park, lots of lovely restaurants and cafes nearby. Clean and well appointed, really easy and friendly check in procedure.
• Peter (10/5): Gem in a perfect location - The location is perfect and the service was great, Andrea did everything possible to make our arrival a smooth process
• Vince t (10/5): Beautiful apartment with a view - This apartment is so unique and cute. Everything about it is cozy and comfortable, the staff is wonderful and flexible to work with, and it is in the perfect part of town. Surrounded by great shops and restaurants, and walking distance to the beach, the gothic district, sagrada familia...pretty much everything!
• James (10/5): Highly recommend - My wife and I stopped through Barcelona on our honeymoon. The apartment was in an absolutely perfect location. Close to the best tapas bars, beaches, metro, etc. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The only small complaint I have is that our 2 bedroom apartment didn't have a queen bed (it was two twin beds pushed together). I would still easily stay here again though!
• Joseph (10/5): Super clean quiet and central - Well maintained, central 2 storey apt. The staff was very helpful and friendly helped us to find food stores and attractions. They helped us to get tickets and printed them for us. The location was also very quiet, allowing for restful sleep. Highly recommend. No queen or large double beds, but this was not a deal breaker. Beds were very comfortable.
• 57Arne (10/5): Perfect apartment for couple - Fast checkin at Inside Barcelona office and Andree took us over to the apartment and informed us well of instructions needed .We stayed in top floor apartment with terrace which had a nice view of the city. Apartment had all facilities you need in the kitchen for 4 people. Very clean and tidy apartment with efficient airconditon for heating at this time of the year.Lots of good restaurants just around the corner ,we can recommend Llamber who has excellent tapas! Short distance to the beach which is a nice change when you get tired of narrow crowded streets :-)
• WorldlyAl (10/5): The best of Barcelona - This is not the first time I have stayed in Barcelona. Most apartments in Barcelona are either located along a noisy road, are not comfortable or have some bizarre quirk. This apartment was incredibly comfortable, quiet (across from the El Born Centre de Cultura i Memoria) and so convenient - near trendy El Born and some awesome places to find good food or good coffee or cool bars. Absolutely happy with our choice and would use them again if we ever came back to Barcelona - and will recommend the apartment too. Extremely clean apartment, all the kitchen / cooking facilities we needed (we were travelling with a baby), and a great cleaning service too. The communication with the manager of the apartments was also efficicent and friendly.
• Ryan (10/5): - The hotel is in a perfect location, close to wonderful restaurants, shops, and pubs in the El Born neighborhood. The room was clean, modern, and comfortable, and had a beautiful view. I would highly recommend it!
• constandinos (10/5): highly recommended appartment, great price. - first of all, the location is perfect. The duplex apartment is spacious for 3-4 people, very clean, quiet and safe. We enjoyed our 4 days stay in our favourite european city.
• Stead7981 (10/5): A perfect stay in Barcelona - Located in a quiet yet very picturesque part of Barcelona with plenty of lovely bars, restaurants, shops and attractions within walking distance. The apartment was clean and modern, bright and had great views. The staff were very friendly and went out of their way to assist with anything you needed during your stay. We will definitely return on a future visit.
• Jin (8/5): - I stayed here with my parents during our visit in Barcelona. The hotel stuffs are very friendly and helpful. Hotel is very clean and comfortable and it is located in a quiet street but it closes to everything within walking distance. And there is a nice seafood place half block away from hotel. We will stay at this place if we come back to Barcelona again!
• LaceyJane83 (8/5): Good, but not as good as other apartments I've stayed in - We had a nightmare journey from the airport which really didn't get us off to a good start! We were sent an e-mail prior to our arrival on the best ways to get to the apartment. We always ignore the taxi recommendation as it's too expensive, so we went for the other option which was the train. First of all it took about 15 minutes to walk from the terminal to the train station; then we waited 10 minutes for the train. The train was incredibly slow and by the time we got to the place where we needed to change, the final services had finished for the night. We then had to leave the station and get a taxi for the rest of the way. In total it took about 2 hours to get from the airport to the apartment. Simply ridiculous! We spent about €22 for this ridiculous journey when a taxi would only have cost us €35! Two years ago we travelled from Girona airport to Barcelona and that was actually quicker and far less stressful! Not only this, but the apartment asked us to phone when we landed, which I did, only to be told to phone again later. In total I phoned 3 times at various stages of our journey. The woman who met us was very nice, but when asked about our journey I said it was awful and her response was, 'Well, yes the train is very slow'. I did point out that it's probably not best to recommended it from the airport then! Aside from this bad start, everything else was pretty good. The location is very quiet, but very central. The apartment itself was fairly spacious for 3 people, but could have done with another/separate toilet. The kitchen was very well equipped. I'm never a fan of two single beds posing as a double so that wasn't overly comfortable, but there was lots of storage space in the bedrooms. The local office were incredibly helpful and we went there everyday. They even booked tickets for us and gave us discount vouchers. Overall, I would say this was a 'good' apartment. I've stayed in much more luxurious and spacious apartments in other major cities in Europe for the same price. It's also a shame that they've only picked an Ikea sofa to furnish it with (very uncomfortable!). The apartment's main appeal is its location, so I would pick it again for a few nights away, but not for anything longer.
• Verified traveler (8/5): Would definitely book to stay here again. - Perfect accommodation for a family. Lots of space. We were well looked after by the team who manage the apartments too which was impressive.
• Verified traveler (4/5): Will not recommend - It was clean, and the decoration was classy. However there is no aircon, since we were staying here in August, it was really hot that my family could barely sleep. Their staff was very unhelpful. Will not stay here again.
• Verified traveler (10/5): Highly recommended. - Excellent apartment close to old town. Additionally close to good restaurants. Inside Barcelona staff were exceptionally helpful with organising bookings to tourist activities.
• Verified traveler (10/5): Great apartment in the best area - We kicked off our Spanish honeymoon in Barcelona with a five night stay at Inside Barcelona Mercat and are so happy to have found such a wonderful place to stay. El Born is definitely THE place to be in Barcelona - it's tourist friendly but not a tourist trap and has a lot of great bars, shops and restaurants that are frequented by locals and tourists alike. The apartment is in a gorgeous old building but is very clean and modern inside and has a full kitchen and spacious living area that is separate from the bedroom. It felt really comfortable and homely and we loved it. Check in was really easy and all of our communication with staff was great. I would absolutely recommend staying here to anyone coming to beautiful Barcelona.
• Lonne (8/5): Could not have been better ! - We had a great stay in our Barcelona flat! The location is awesome! The flat has laundry, espresso machine, & a great kitchen. It is also quiet a night! The stairs btwn floors threw us a bit at the beginning- but we got used to it ! We also asked some 'dumb tourist' questions-- and we got super prompt responses & help when required ! We would stay here again in a heartbeat!
• Verified traveler (10/5): Four pleasant days - Great and friendly people at reception. The apartment met our needs and it's conveniently located
• Sue (10/5): Great apartment - quiet yet close to amenities. - Comfortable, modern, quiet apartment. Good location - short walk to shops and restaurants. Within 10- 15 minutes walk to the sea, Gothic quarter, metro station (jaume 1) so great for sightseeing. Inside Barcelona staff were great. Provided good instructions on how to get from the airport to their office, then Andrea walked us to the apt and gave us all the info about the apt. The staff also booked and printed our tickets for Parc Guell which we wanted to visit on the last day of our stay. Would definitely recommend!
• Verified traveler (8/5): Nice hotel, excellent location. - Hotel was on a nice quiet street but very close to many of the great sights of Bacelona. Inside Apartments staff were excellent and helped book a variety of tours for us.
• Richard (10/5): Great find in Barcelona - We stayed 5 nights, and wish that we would have booked it longer. Easy check-in procedure. The customer service was amazing, not just with how to operate appliances in the apartment, (we did not read the language), all of the staff was also extremely helpful with suggestions on sight seeing, restaurants, public transportation, and the like. Had to work a bit, and the wi-fi was great. Perfect view from the juliet balconies of the Barcelona Cultural Center, right across the street. One block from old town El Born on that side, and one block on the other side is Parc de La Ciutadella, 1 1/2 blocks to the train station, and a short 5 minute or so walk to the beach. Perfect location. Although we were right in the middle of everything, the apartment was very quiet. When we return to Barcelona, we would love to stay here again. And, it as an elevator!

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