3-star hotel in Balboa with a garden, terrace and mountain views; it offers a buffet breakfast, free private parking and options for hikers.
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Ancares is a 3-star hotel in Balboa, León, with a garden and mountain views from some rooms. It offers double and triple rooms, a suite and a bunk in a mixed shared room, with options for couples, small groups and travellers who prefer a shared space.
The rooms have a private bathroom and free WiFi; some also have a balcony and views of the garden or mountains. The suite adds a seating area and terrace. Ancares serves a buffet breakfast, offers free private parking and allows pets, although supplements may apply. The garden and terrace provide outdoor spaces, and the hotel has luggage storage and a tour desk. Balboa and the surrounding area offer opportunities for hiking, with places such as Balboa Castle and Cantejeira Waterfall nearby. León Airport is 144 km away.
Ancares has a Suite, two Double Rooms—one with two beds—a Triple Room and a bunk in a mixed shared room. The rooms range from 24 to 36 m²: the Suite measures 36 m² and adds a seating area, sofa, balcony and terrace; the Double Rooms and Triple Room measure 24 m². The twin option has single beds, while the other Double Room has a large double bed and the Triple Room has three single beds.
The rooms have a private bathroom and views of the garden, mountains or a landmark. The bathrooms include a bidet and hairdryer, and the rooms have a wardrobe and bed linen. The Suite also has a bathtub and sofa; the Double Rooms and Triple Room have wooden or parquet flooring. The bunk is a single place in a mixed shared room.
At 36 m², the Suite combines a bedroom and seating area, with a sofa, balcony and terrace where you can relax outdoors. Its garden views, bathtub and private bathroom with a bidet distinguish it from the Double Rooms. It accommodates two people.
At 24 m², the Twin Room has two single beds and offers views of the garden, mountains and a landmark. The wooden or parquet flooring adds a distinctive finish; the private bathroom includes a bidet and a bathtub or shower.
The Double Room measures 24 m² and has a large double bed, unlike the twin option, which has two single beds. It offers views of the garden, mountains and a landmark; the private bathroom has a bidet and a bathtub or shower.
At 24 m², the Triple Room has three single beds and can accommodate up to three people. It offers views of the garden, mountains and a landmark; it also has wooden or parquet flooring and a private bathroom with a bidet and a bathtub or shower.
The bunk in a mixed shared room offers a single place in a 36 m² space with views of the garden, mountains and a landmark. It has a private bathroom, bidet, bathtub or shower and heating. This is Ancares's shared accommodation option.
Ancares's outdoor areas include a garden, terrace, sun terrace, outdoor furniture and a picnic area. You can go hiking nearby, and the hotel offers daily housekeeping, luggage storage and heating. It also provides a shuttle service, as well as non-smoking rooms and spaces with wooden or parquet flooring.
Free parking and free WiFi are available. Ancares allows pets, although supplements may apply. Facilities include adaptations for guests with reduced mobility and wheelchair access. The rooms have a private bathroom, toilet paper, bidet, bathtub or shower, hairdryer, wardrobe and bed linen. They offer views of the garden, mountains or a landmark.
Ancares is on Carretera Quintela A Balboa, in the municipality of Balboa, in the province of León. Quintela is 560 m away and the hermitage of San Miguel de Quintela is 620 m away; the Church of Santa Cruz de Villafeile is 1.1 km away. The village of Balboa is 1.5 km away, as is Teso de Semén peak. La Casa de las Gentes is 1.4 km away, while El Molino de Agüita is 950 m away and Ana Cerezales Santin is 1.4 km away. These places help you find your way around the small settlements and local amenities.
For a heritage visit, Balboa Castle is 1.2 km away and Sarracín Castle is 4.1 km away. The Convent of La Anunciada is 13 km away. Cantejeira Waterfall is 3.3 km away, and Vega de Valcarce, 3.5 km away, is another point of reference for exploring the area. León Airport is 144 km away. Ancares has free private parking, and you don't need to reserve a space, which is a practical option if you're exploring León by car.
Hiking is one of the activities you can enjoy in Balboa and the surrounding area. Teso de Semén and Teso das Salgueiras peaks are 1.5 km and 1.7 km away, respectively, and Cantejeira Waterfall, 3.3 km away, is a natural destination for an outing. For a meal or a drink, La Cantina de Teixeira and Meson Anton are 9 km away; Casa Méndez is 13 km away, and Panadería Cerezales is 3.8 km away. You can combine scenery, small villages and local heritage without limiting your plans to a single stop.
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Guests particularly appreciate the staff's service and also praise the surroundings, cleanliness and comfort. Feedback on the facilities and WiFi is more moderate compared with these aspects.
Rates at Ancares vary depending on the season, dates and room type. Check the rates available for your stay before choosing.
León Airport is 144 km from Ancares. The hotel's address is Carretera Quintela A Balboa, 24525 Balboa. Free private parking is available at the property, and you don't need to reserve a space. Ancares also offers a shuttle service. For the final part of the journey, Quintela is 560 m away and the hermitage of San Miguel de Quintela is 620 m away.
From Ancares, you can visit Balboa Castle, 1.2 km away, and La Casa de las Gentes, 1.4 km away. The village of Balboa is 1.5 km away; the Church of Santa Cruz de Villafeile is 1.1 km away and Cantejeira Waterfall is 3.3 km away. These are good points of reference for combining local heritage and nature during your stay.
Ancares offers a Suite, Double Rooms, a Twin Room, a Triple Room and a bunk in a mixed shared room. The Suite measures 36 m² and has a terrace and balcony; the Triple Room measures 24 m² and accommodates up to three guests. The bunk is for one person.
Ancares serves a buffet breakfast. You can have breakfast at the hotel before heading out for a hike in Balboa and the surrounding area, one of the activities available locally.
Ancares allows pets, although supplements may apply, so bringing an animal may involve an additional cost during your stay.
Check-in at Ancares is between 15:00 and 22:00, and check-out is between 8:00 and 12:00. On arrival, you must present photo identification and a credit card; you should also let the property know your expected arrival time in advance.