Ancares
Balboa · Castile and León · 3 Stars

Ancares

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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8.7 Score
200 Reviews
3★ Stars
15:00 Check-in
Area Balboa
Nearby Balboa Castle · 1,2 km
Parking Free
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 15:00
Pets Allowed

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Ancares

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
★ 8.7 · Fabulous · 200 reviews

Plan your stay at Ancares

3-star hotel in Balboa with a garden, terrace and mountain views; it offers a buffet breakfast, free private parking and options for hikers.

Room types

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.

Suite — Ancares
Suite
36 m²

  • 1 Large double bed or 1 Large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Balcony
  • Garden view

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.

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Twin Room — Ancares
Twin Room
24 m²

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Mountain view
  • Bathtub or shower

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.

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Double Room — Ancares
Double Room
24 m²

  • 1 Large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Garden view
  • Bidet

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.

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Triple Room — Ancares
Triple Room
24 m²

  • 3 Single beds
  • Max 3 guests
  • Landmark view
  • Bed linen

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.

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Bunk in Mixed Shared Room — Ancares
Bunk in Mixed Shared Room
36 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Landmark view
  • Heating

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.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you travel with a pet and accept that supplements may apply.
  • you want free private parking at the property, with no reservation required.
  • you'd like to start the day with a buffet breakfast.
  • you plan to go hiking in Balboa and the surrounding area.
  • you're looking for a room with garden or mountain views; the Suite also has a balcony and terrace.

Maybe not, if...

  • you need a stay with your pet to be guaranteed without possible supplements.
  • your plans require you to arrive after 22:00.
  • four of you need to sleep in the same room.
  • you're looking for a room with sea views.

Hotel facilities & services

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.

Great for your stay

  • Free parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Bathtub
  • Pets allowed
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Shuttle service
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Views

General facilities

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden
  • Hiking
  • Shuttle service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
  • Security alarm
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Wooden or parquet flooring
  • Heating
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wheelchair accessible

Parking

  • Parking

Media & technology

  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Bidet
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Bed linen
  • Wardrobe
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View
  • Socket near the bed

Location & what to see

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.

Balboa Castle — A local fortress that adds a point of historical interest to a visit to Balboa. 1,2 km
La Casa de las Gentes — A museum space connected with the area's heritage and cultural life. 1,4 km
Cantejeira Waterfall — A waterfall in a natural setting, appealing for an excursion from Balboa. 3,3 km
Sarracín Castle — A historic remnant that adds to the heritage trail around the area. 4,1 km
Church of Santa Cruz de Villafeile — A local church where you can discover the religious heritage of this small village. 1,1 km
Teso de Semén — A nearby peak that serves as a landmark for exploring the mountain scenery. 1,5 km

What guests say about Ancares

8.7
Fabulous · 200 reviews
Staff
9.4
Comfort
8.8
Location
9.2
Cleanliness
8.8
Facilities
8.2
Value for money
8.6
Free Wi-Fi
8.0

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.

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