There's a certain prestige to staying in Eixample. Upscale boutiques, Modernist architecture and brilliant restaurants await on every corner, which is why it's the perfect place to be if this is your first visit. Bricolage is a great option for two, offering plenty of space and modern furnishings. We'll be the first to say it – the communal area isn't the brightest, as the only source of natural light is the French window. The bedroom, however, is a lot brighter, and both of these rooms have a brilliant view of the street below.

Home truths:
* There are a few stairs in this home, meaning this home isn't adapted to wheelchair users
* This home doesn't have a manual, but the host is working on putting one together
* When we tested the WiFi, it was too slow to support uninterrupted streaming
* The street underneath is quite busy – you might hear some of the noise even with the windows closed
* The only parking on offer is a garage, and it isn't free unfortunately
* The WiFi was a bit slow when we visited at only 4mbps
* Aside from a TV with local channels, this home doesn't have a lot of entertainment options