Rent Top Apartments
Full Service Property Management in Barcelona

Rent Top Apartments curates an exceptional collection of upscale short-term rentals, including stylish beachfront and city-centre apartments, offering guests a luxurious experience in two of the most desirable locations in Barcelona.

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Total Number of
Vacation Rentals
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Number of
badges received
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Average score
across all rentals
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Goals
Goals of the Sustonica Partnership

Jordi Marzal, the CEO of Rent Top Apartments, is a highly experienced vacation rental property manager with an impressive track record of over 20 years in the industry. In 2022, he noticed a significant shift in his clientele – luxury tourists visiting Barcelona were increasingly concerned about the sustainability practices of his company and the environmentally-friendly amenities offered in his apartments. This growing demand for eco-conscious accommodations sparked his curiosity, leading him on a quest for sustainable solutions in the hospitality sector.

As an investor in Sustonica, Jordi saw a natural opportunity to align his own company's values with the growing trend towards sustainability. Recognizing that implementing changes in his own inventory would not only appeal to eco-conscious travelers but also contribute to a greener future, he decided to take action.

"As a vacation rental property manager, my goal has always been to exceed the expectations of our luxury clientele. However, in today's world, luxury isn't just about opulence; it's about responsibility. By implementing the Sustonica criteria in our inventory of short-term rentals, we aim to redefine luxury to include sustainability.

Our vision is to provide our guests with not only exceptional comfort and service but also the peace of mind that comes from knowing their stay contributes to a greener and more eco-conscious world. It's not just about offering a place to stay; it's about offering an experience that aligns with our guests' values and fosters a deeper connection with the environment and the Barcelona community they visit."
Jordi Marzal
CEO
Process of Validation
Step 1: Team Briefing
The reservation team received instructions on creating properties in the Sustonica dashboard. Bulk documentation for all properties was uploaded. The housekeeping team was briefed on conducting the photo tour, and specific housekeepers were assigned properties to validate.
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Step 2: Guidebook Content & Procurement
Concurrently, the Rent Top Apartments team diligently worked on producing the guidebook content proposed by the Sustonica standard. Additionally, they began procuring eco-friendly cleaning products and recycled paper products to replace the conventional ones, showcasing their commitment to sustainability.
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Step 3: Photo Tours
It was the housekeeping team of Rent Top Apartments that took care of doing the photo tour of each apartment in between check-ins. As the tours were submitted the first badges started to get issued.
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Step 4: Changes to the Website
As the Sustonica validation badges were issued, the team ensured their prominent display as a watermark in the first photo of each property. The About Us page was also worked on to include sustainability as a pillar.
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Partnership Outcomes (last update August 2023)

  • Procurement: Rent Top Apartments now use green cleaning products and recycled toilet paper & paper towels in all their apartments
  • Guidebook: all property guidebooks now contain lists of locally sourced food stores, vegetarian and organic food restaurants in the area, local volunteering opportunities, local heritage sites, off-the-beaten-path sites, nearby water stations and EV charging stations.
  • Badges: all short-term rentals that have been validated have their badges in the first photo of the listing as a watermark.
  • About Us: a paragraph about sustainability and Sustonica was added to the about us page to inform travellers of their commitment to sustainability.
What those involved in the Sustonica validation say
Team Feedback
oscar-rent-top
A breeze!
It wasn’t hard to understand the information Sustonica was after. The dashboard is easy to use and I was in charge of creating all the properties. We organised ourselves and dished out the tasks within the team. Oh and.. I made some changes to my own home!
Oscar
Reservation Agent
liliana-rent-top
Learning curve!
I was in charge of procuring eco-friendly paper products and green cleaning products. Luckily our usual provider have them available, it was a question of changing the order. I am happy to have learned about this.
Liliana
Head of Housekeeping
maria-renttop
It's fast!
I did some photo tours myself together with housekeeping. At the beginning, the photo tours took a bit longer. We had to familiarise ourselves with the process. Now we got the hang of it and the tours take around 8 minutes per property.
Maria
Reservation Agent
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