Mountain hotel in Soto de Cangas, next to the Picos de Europa National Park, with a garden, terrace, free private parking and rooms for up to three people.
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Hotel La Balsa is a 2-star hotel in Soto de Cangas, 2.9 km from the Picos de Europa National Park, with a terrace and garden. Its construction combines stone and wood, with features characteristic of Asturias, and it is located between Cangas de Onís and the Sanctuary of Covadonga. The rural setting and outdoor activities make it suitable for those who want to spend their stay walking, cycling or horse riding, as well as travellers looking for a quiet base from which to explore this area.
The single, double and triple rooms have a private bathroom, bathtub, heating and flat-screen TV. They range in size from 9 to 16 m² and can accommodate up to three people; options include a double bed, single beds and a room with an alternative layout. The hotel has a bar, free private parking, free Wi-Fi and a tourist information desk. The garden and terrace offer outdoor spaces to relax after an excursion, while packed lunches are handy for days out.
Hotel La Balsa offers single, double and triple rooms ranging from 9 to 16 m² and accommodating one to three people. All have a private bathroom with a bathtub, heating and a flat-screen TV. Options include a single room, several types of double room and a triple room with three single beds, so the layout can suit solo stays, couples or small groups.
The double rooms offer a double bed or single beds; one room lets you choose between the two layouts. The triple room has three single beds, while the Classic Single Room has a double bed. Bathrooms include free toiletries, and the rooms also have a toilet and television. The main differences are the space available and the bed layout: the triple room is 16 m², the double rooms range from 10 to 12 m², and the single room is 9 m².
At 12 m² and accommodating two people, this room lets you choose between a double bed and two single beds. It has a private bathroom with a bathtub and free toiletries; heating and a flat-screen TV complete the facilities.
At 16 m², this room accommodates three people and has three single beds, offering more capacity than the double rooms. It has a private bathroom with a bathtub, free toiletries, heating and a flat-screen TV; it is suitable for people travelling together.
At 10 m², this double room provides the essentials in a compact space for two people, with a double bed. It includes a private bathroom with a bathtub, free toiletries, heating and a flat-screen TV. Its size sets it apart from the 12 m² double rooms.
This 12 m² room for two people has two single beds and a private bathroom with a bathtub. Heating, free toiletries and a flat-screen TV complete this option for those who prefer separate beds, unlike the double rooms with a shared bed.
At 12 m² and accommodating two guests, this Double Room has a double bed. The private bathroom includes a bathtub and free toiletries; the room also has heating and a flat-screen TV. It differs from the twin option in having a shared bed.
At 9 m² and accommodating one person, this is the hotel's single room and has a double bed. It has a private bathroom with a bathtub, free toiletries, heating and a flat-screen TV, in a more compact layout than the double rooms.
The outdoor areas include a terrace and garden, suitable for relaxing after exploring the area. The hotel has a bar, free Wi-Fi throughout the property and free private parking, which cannot be reserved in advance. The rooms have heating, a TV and a bathroom with a bathtub; family rooms and non-smoking rooms are also available.
The surroundings are well suited to outdoor activities: the hotel offers hiking, cycling, horse riding, canoeing and fishing. Tourist information can help you plan excursions, while luggage storage is useful for keeping your belongings safe while you are out. Laundry service and packed lunches cover everyday needs, especially for stays focused on exploring the area. The facilities are suited to visits and active days out in Asturias.
Hotel La Balsa is in Soto de Cangas, between Cangas de Onís and the Sanctuary of Covadonga. The village of Soto de Cangas is 80 m away; La Grandera is 180 m away and the Chapel of San Blas is 1,000 m away. The Picos de Europa National Park is 2.9 km away, while El Buxu Cave is 2.1 km away. Restaurante El Bosque is 550 m away. This area combines mountain accommodation with points of interest spread around Soto and its surroundings.
For services and transport connections, the Cangas de Onís bus station is 3.5 km away. There are also two nearby train stations: Fuentes, 7 km away, and Toraño, 8 km away. Points of interest include the Statue of King Pelayo, 3.5 km away, the Dolmen of Santa Cruz, 3.8 km away, and the Collegiate Church of San Fernando, 4.8 km away. Prince's Park is 4.8 km away and the Green Area of the Roman Bridge is 3.9 km away. These distances make it easy to plan stops in Cangas de Onís and visits around the area.
For a day in the mountains, the Covadonga Lakes are 11 km away and the Picos de Europa National Park is 2.9 km away. The Següenco Viewpoint, 3.6 km away, is another place to visit; Peña el Cedo is 2 km away. In the area, you can go hiking, cycling or horse riding, as well as canoeing and fishing. The Sanctuary of Covadonga and Cangas de Onís round out excursions combining nature and heritage. Days out can alternate between trails and cultural visits.
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Guests particularly appreciate the friendly staff and high standards of cleanliness; they are also pleased with the facilities, comfort and value for money. Wi-Fi receives a more moderate rating, while overall reviews of the stay are very positive.
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Hotel La Balsa is in Soto de Cangas, between Cangas de Onís and the Sanctuary of Covadonga. Cangas de Onís bus station is 3.5 km away; the train stations at Fuentes and Toraño are 7 and 8 km away. The property has free private parking, although spaces cannot be reserved. Having a car makes it easier to get around the villages, the Covadonga Lakes and the park.
Hotel La Balsa is in Soto de Cangas, 2.9 km from the Picos de Europa National Park. El Buxu Cave is 2.1 km away and Cangas de Onís bus station is 3.5 km away. You can also visit the Statue of King Pelayo, 3.5 km away, the Collegiate Church of San Fernando, 4.8 km away, and the Covadonga Lakes, 11 km away.
Yes, Hotel La Balsa has free private parking on site. Spaces cannot be reserved, so the hotel does not allocate parking in advance.
Yes, Hotel La Balsa offers free Wi-Fi throughout the property. You can use the connection during your stay at no extra cost, both in the rooms and in the shared areas.
Hotel La Balsa has family rooms. Options include the Triple Room, which accommodates three people and has three single beds; there are also double rooms for up to two guests and a single room for one person.
During your stay at Hotel La Balsa, you can go hiking, cycling, horse riding, canoeing and fishing. The Picos de Europa area also lets you combine these activities with visits to Cangas de Onís and the Sanctuary of Covadonga, two nearby destinations.