Leon Hostel
León · Castile and León

Leon Hostel

Hostel in León beside the Cathedral, with private rooms and beds in shared dormitories, balconies with city views, a terrace and free Wi-Fi.

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8.4 Score
846 Reviews
14:00 Check-in
Area León
Nearby León Cathedral · 140 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 14:00

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Leon Hostel

Leon Hostel is a hostel in León, 140 m from León Cathedral, with rooms and dormitories featuring balconies and city views. It is in the historic quarter, about 400 m from the centre, and offers both double rooms and beds in shared dormitories.

The accommodation has a shared bathroom with a shower and hairdryer; there is also a shared kitchen and lounge, as well as bed linen and towels. Facilities include a terrace, free Wi-Fi, luggage storage and express check-in and check-out. Private rooms offer two bed options, while the dormitories have four or six beds. The nearby cathedral, Casa Botines, Plaza Mayor and the Basilica of San Isidoro make it easy to explore León’s heritage on foot. The hostel may suit those looking for a simple stay who prefer to choose between a double room and a shared dormitory.

Leon Hostel
★ 8.4 · Very good · 846 reviews

Plan your stay at Leon Hostel

Hostel in León beside the Cathedral, with private rooms and beds in shared dormitories, balconies with city views, a terrace and free Wi-Fi.

Room types

Leon Hostel combines private double rooms with beds in shared dormitories for four or six guests. The two double rooms measure 11 and 12 m² respectively, while the dormitories are 18 m²; all the options described have a balcony and city views. The double rooms have either single or double beds, depending on the room type, and the dormitories are fitted with bunk beds.

All accommodation shares the use of a bathroom, kitchen and lounge, and bed linen and towels are provided. The shared bathrooms include a shower and hairdryer. The rooms also have a seating area, wardrobe, clothes rack and socket by the bed; the accommodation also has a washing machine and tumble dryer. You can choose between a double room offering more privacy and a single bed in a dormitory, with a balcony as a feature shared by both.

Double Room with Shared Bathroom - 2 Beds — Leon Hostel
Double Room with Shared Bathroom - 2 Beds
12 m²

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 3 guests
  • Balcony
  • City views

At 12 m², this double room with a shared bathroom is the option with two single beds. It has a balcony and city views, as well as a seating area and access to the shared kitchen and lounge. It is slightly larger than the double room with a double bed, which measures 11 m².

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Double Room with Shared Bathroom — Leon Hostel
Double Room with Shared Bathroom
11 m²

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Balcony
  • City views

This 11 m² double room is the more compact of the two private rooms and has a double bed. It has a balcony and city views, as well as a seating area. The bathroom is shared, as are the kitchen and lounge available to guests.

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Bed in 4-Bed Shared Dormitory — Leon Hostel
Bed in 4-Bed Shared Dormitory
18 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Balcony
  • Lockers

The bed in this four-person shared dormitory is in an 18 m² room, the same size as the six-bed option. The room has a balcony and city views; it also offers lockers and a reading lamp. The bunk bed provides one individual sleeping space, with a shared kitchen and lounge.

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Bed in 6-Bed Shared Dormitory — Leon Hostel
Bed in 6-Bed Shared Dormitory
18 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Terrace
  • Reading lamp

This single bed is in a six-person shared dormitory, also measuring 18 m², with a balcony and city views. Like the four-bed option, it has lockers and a reading lamp, as well as access to the shared bathroom, kitchen and lounge. The difference is the larger number of beds in the dormitory.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to explore the historic quarter on foot and have León Cathedral 140 m away
  • you’d rather choose between a private double room and a bed in a shared dormitory
  • you like rooms with a balcony and city views
  • you need free Wi-Fi throughout the property
  • you’re looking for facilities adapted for guests with reduced mobility

Maybe not, if...

  • you need a private bathroom in your room: the bathrooms are shared
  • you’re travelling by car and need parking at the property
  • you need to check in after 22:00, when check-in hours end
  • you’d rather avoid shared spaces altogether, such as the kitchen and lounge

Hotel facilities & services

Leon Hostel offers practical facilities for short stays and for those who need to take care of everyday tasks while travelling. Free Wi-Fi, a terrace and balconies are available, as well as a washing machine and laundry service. The rooms are non-smoking and family rooms are also available; accessibility features for guests with reduced mobility and wheelchair access broaden the range of options.

In the shared areas, you’ll find a lounge with a TV, lockers, luggage storage and express check-in and check-out. Tours or classes about local culture, temporary art galleries and tourist information are also available. For leisure, there’s an indoor play area and board games; yoga classes offer another activity. A lift, heating and air conditioning complete the facilities, along with shared spaces where you can relax during your stay.

Great for your stay

  • Free WiFi
  • Balcony
  • Washing machine
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for guests with reduced mobility
  • Views
  • Terrace
  • Tourist information
  • Shower

General facilities

  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Games room
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in / check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Tourist information
  • Express check-in and check-out
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games / puzzles
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry service
  • Facilities for guests with reduced mobility

Media & technology

  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Bed linen
  • Wardrobe
  • City views
  • Shared kitchen
  • Tumble dryer
  • Washing machine
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Seating area

Location & what to see

Leon Hostel is on Ancha Street, in León’s historic quarter, surrounded by monumental buildings, shops and bars. León Cathedral is 140 m away; you can also walk to the Palacio de los Guzmanes, 170 m away, and Casa Botines, 200 m away. Mercado del Conde Luna is 140 m away and Plaza Mayor is 190 m away, in the centre of city life.

León Airport is 5 km away. For rail travel, FEVE - León is 700 m away and San Mamés is 900 m away. The city centre is about 400 m from the hostel, so many trips around the old town can be made on foot. The Basilica of San Isidoro, 320 m away, and San Marcelo Church, 250 m away, complete the nearby route. Parking is not available at the property.

You can take a walk around the Cathedral and its surroundings, visit the Sierra Pambley Museum, 100 m away, or head to the Liceo Egipcio Museum, 80 m away. MUSAC, the Museum of Contemporary Art of Castile and León, is 1.5 km away. For a break outdoors, Parque del Cid is 150 m away. León also attracts visitors during Holy Week, and its historic centre offers architecture, museums and squares to explore at any time of year.

León Cathedral — An iconic Gothic church, known for its stained-glass windows and monumental complex. 140 m
Conde Luna Market — A traditional market and a central place to discover local commerce. 140 m
Plaza Mayor — A historic square with arcades and the distinctive atmosphere of the old town. 190 m
Palace of the Guzmanes — A Leonese Renaissance palace and a notable architectural landmark in the centre. 170 m
Sierra Pambley Museum — A house museum dedicated to the history and heritage of León. 100 m
Basilica of San Isidoro — A Romanesque basilica known for its frescoes and Royal Pantheon. 320 m

What guests say about Leon Hostel

8.4
Very good · 846 reviews
Staff
8.2
Comfort
8.9
Location
9.6
Cleanliness
9.0
Facilities
8.7
Value for money
8.8
Free Wi-Fi
8.5

Guests at Leon Hostel tend to particularly value its proximity to the monuments and its cleanliness. The facilities, comfort and value for money also receive positive ratings. Staff service receives a somewhat more moderate rating, while the Wi-Fi works well.

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