Beschrijving van de woning
This apartment is situated in a typical commercial street of the cosmopolitian Raval district close to the city center. To go to Las Ramblas and the Gothic district, it takes about 5 minutes walking, and the MACBA museum (museum of modern art) is situated at roughly 200m from the flat. The century building has not got a lift but the accomodation is an "entresuelo" apartment (equivalent to a first floor level) and there is a free access terrace on the roof. Moreover, you can enjoy the view overlooking the street in the living room. Furnished to welcome three people, the apartment of 50m² contains a fully equiped kitchen-dining room where you can eat at the table, a bathroom with shower, a bedroom with a double-bed (190x140cm), and a living room with a sofa-bed with (190x120cm) the Tv and an access to a small balcony. If you want to visit other sights of Barcelona out the city center, you have the metro of Liceu in Las Ramblas (green line) which brings you close to Montjuic, Plaza de España or in the wonderfull Gracia district.
As an extra facility, the landlord has two bicycles to rent if you fancy to discovery the city by bike. He rents them to clients at a special price of 10€ per day, but requires a deposit of 200€ to be left with him. If you wish to rent the bicycles, please mention it in the comments box of the reservation form. The rental price of the bicycles is not included in the total price given below.
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Accommodatie informatie
Algemeen
Property: Apartments | Sq metres: 50 | Smokers OK? |
Pets: any | | |
Kamers en badkamers
Bedrooms: 1 | Double beds: 1 | Double sofa-beds: 1 |
Cot (free): 1 | Number of main bathrooms: 1 | |
Faciliteiten
Parking: near the acommodation | | |
Algemene informatie
Algemeen
Ontspannning
Keuken
Oven | Microwave | Freezer |
Toaster | Café tier | |
Was
Bedding | Towels | Washing machine |
Iron | Hairdryer | |
Locatiebeschrijving
El Raval is a district in the Ciutat Vella of Barcelona. It is located near Las Ramblas and is often referred to as China Town (""Barri Xino""). As the name suggests, the area is home to people of all different cultures. For this reason, many young people, particularly students from all parts of the world, choose Raval as their home. It is estimated that of the 200,000 inhabitants of Raval, about 70 percent are under 35 years old. And this rising trend means Raval has become a barrio full of cafes, bars, stylish shops and art galleries.
The shopping in Raval is highly recommended. There are many small shops with brands which usually can’t be found in normal stores. Second-hand shops, music shops and fancy clothes- there are shops on every corner. There is somewhat of an international fashion scene in Raval as the young people in the area bring different styles with them from their home countries.
But Raval also boasts a lot of great sights such as the museum MACBA (Museu d'Art Contemporani Barcelona), which with the CCCB (Centre de Cultura Contemporania de Barcelona) has displayed many important contemporary works of art and international exhibitions from the late 20th Century. Furthermore, there are many galleries in Raval that are worth a visit along with the Monastery of Sant Pau del Camp, the unfinished church Eglesia de Sant Agusti, the Palau Güell (Gaudi' s first major project) and the Maritime Museum at the end of Raval, which includes the city’s old walls and gate which date back to medieval times. Interestingly, the name Raval comes from Arabic meaning ""outside the walls.""
L'Illa de la Rambla del Raval is a mega-complex, which consists of a hotel, offices, apartments, shops and a huge video library. Every weekend at the Rambla de Raval there is an ethnic market in which all kinds of products are offered. This is directly next Botero’s sculpture of a giant cat.
The nightlife in Raval is a truly special experience. Restaurants in this district offer local cuisine (Catalan specialities) but also international cuisine. It is easy to find restaurants, which offer individual but also traditional food. Give in to the temptation of the delicious treats on offer and wash it all down in one of the many bars in Raval. The multicultural atmosphere is reflected in the exceptional pubs like the Bar Marsella and the Bar Pastis, which are famous for their absinthe. And in the clubs, there is always a great festival atmosphere.
Raval is one of the oldest districts, along with the Barrà Gòtico, which directly borders with Las Ramblas. The contrast between the old and new architecture can really help to make your stay in Raval a special one. The best way to reach Raval is directly from Las Rambla, and the nearest Metro stations are Drassanes and Liceu on line L3 and Paral-lel and Sant Antoni on line L2.
