If you are looking for luxury accommodation in the charming city of Leon then the exclusive five star Parador de Leon is the perfect choice. In addition to personalised services and a wide range of facilities and amenities, the hotel also offers a privileged location close to the centre of the city, the Casa de Botines (by Gaudi), the cathedral, the Royal church of San Isidoro and the archaeological Museum.
Occupying a building which was originally founded in the 12th century and was re-built in 1515 after its destruction, the Parador de Leon is located on a large square and welcomes guests with a 100 metre long, Spanish Plateresque façade. Once inside the hotel guests can admire works of art not only in the common areas but also in the guest rooms. Within the hotel guests will also find a cloister, choir, church, a chapterhouse and spacious outdoor patios with gardens.
There are 210 welcoming and elegant double and twin bedrooms and 16 spacious and luxurious suites with views of the cloister. All rooms provide a private bathroom, a satellite TV, a telephone, a mini bar, a safety deposit box and much more. Wheelchair accessible rooms are also available.
Guests who want to have breakfast, a snack or just a drink in the privacy of their room can take advantage of the hotel’s room service. There is also a restaurant and bars available which offer a wide range of drinks and outstanding regional cuisine.
Facilities at the Parador de Leon include several meeting and banqueting rooms with capacity for up to 700 guests, the latest state-of-the-art audiovisual equipment and a private car park.
Parador de Leon Additional Information
Facilities:
Restaurant, bar, air-conditioned common rooms, conference room, lobby with 24-hour reception, currency exchange service, shops, garden, other services also available if required.
Hotel Class:
Five Stars G.L.
History:
Outstanding building which construction began around 1515. Its façade features an Spanish Plateresque style, with the past making its appearance in the Cloister, Church, Choir and Chapterhouse, and the present in the careful renovation work, combined with an interior filled with works of art and rooms which game shelter to pilgrims in times of old.
Internet Access:
Free internet access throughout the building.
Parking:
Outside parking available for guests.
Best For:
Nature, Heritage, Golf, Family, City and Business.
Rooms:
195 twin bedrooms, 15 doubles and 16 bedrooms with sitting room included. Facilities include complete bathroom, mini bar, satellite TV, safe deposit box, direct dial telephone, air-conditioning and central heating.
Disabled Access:
Disabled guests have access throughout all communal areas of the hotel.
León Activities & Attractions
Places of Interest:
León: Cathedral and museum, San Isidoro and museum, Casa Botines; Balporquero Caves, at 43 km. Astorga and ‘maragata’ area, 46 km; Castrillo de los Plvazares, 50 km; El Cares Route, 125 km; Las Médulas, 125 km.
Festivals:
San Juan, 24th June, León. San Froilán, 5th October, Virgen del Camino (5km). International trout week, June, León.
The Parador is located in the Plaza de San Marcos, next to the bridge of the same name over the river Bernesga. From Madrid it can be reached along the main N-VI road, after passing Valladolid and Benavente, at 130 and 66 km respectively. From Oviedo (120 km), it is reached by the N-632 or along the A-6 motorway.
