This guest house in Orellán combines a garden and terrace with rooms offering views, and lets you walk to the archaeological landscape of Las Médulas.
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Louteiro de las Médulas is a guest house in Orellán, a 5-minute walk from Mirador Castro Orellán, in the setting of the Roman mining landscape of Las Médulas.
Its rooms have private bathrooms and a seating area, with double options of 20 and 30 m² and a 30 m² triple room for up to three guests. There is also a one-bedroom apartment with garden views, a kitchen, fridge and kitchenware. The double rooms have garden views, and some also overlook the mountains.
The garden, terrace, outdoor furniture and tourist information complement a stay designed for exploring the area on foot. Hiking is one of the activities available in Orellán and the surrounding area. Pets are allowed on request, and charges may apply. Wi-Fi is available throughout the property for an extra charge. Free private parking is nearby and reservation is not required. From here, you can visit the Aula Arqueologica de las Medulas and Lago de Carucedo, as well as explore the old galleries.
The accommodation options include double rooms of 20 and 30 m², a 30 m² triple room and a one-bedroom apartment, also measuring 30 m². All have a private bathroom and a seating area; the double rooms and apartment offer garden views, and some rooms also overlook the mountains. The triple room accommodates up to three people, with its main bed configuration comprising one single bed and one double bed. The 20 m² double room is for two guests, while the 30 m² option offers more space for the same capacity.
The apartment accommodates up to three people and adds a kitchen, fridge, kitchenware and dining table, making it practical for preparing meals during your stay. The rooms come with free toiletries, towels and a hairdryer. Some also have wooden or parquet flooring and a private entrance, offering variety among the options. You can choose between a room with a private bathroom and seating area or an apartment with a kitchen and garden views.
At 30 m² and with capacity for three people, this room has a seating area, a private entrance and wooden or parquet flooring. Its main bed configuration comprises one single bed and one double bed; it also has a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, in a space designed for sharing your stay.
The 20 m² Double Room is designed for two guests and stands out for its garden and mountain views. It has a sofa and wooden or parquet flooring, as well as a private bathroom with a shower and hairdryer; it is the more compact of the two double rooms.
This 30 m² apartment accommodates up to three people and adds a kitchen with a fridge and kitchenware, setting it apart from the rooms. It has one bedroom, a private bathroom, a dining area and garden views. The dining table and sofa bed complete a space equipped for preparing and sharing meals.
At 30 m², this Double Room offers 10 m² more space than the other double option and still accommodates a maximum of two people. It has garden and mountain views, as well as a seating area, private entrance and bathroom with a shower. It is the more spacious option for guests looking for extra room in this category.
The garden and terrace, together with the outdoor furniture, provide places to spend time outside; there is also a sun terrace. If you enjoy walking, you can explore the hiking trails around Orellán, and the property's tourist information can help you plan your visits. Indoors, heating and a private entrance complement the non-smoking rooms; there is also a designated smoking area.
The private bathrooms have a shower or bath, toilet, towels, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Free private parking is nearby and reservation is not required. Wi-Fi is available throughout the property for an extra charge, and pets are allowed on request; charges may apply.
Louteiro de las Médulas is at Louteiro, 6, in Orellán, within the landscape of El Bierzo in León. Iglesia de San Pedro de Orellán is 70 m away and the centre of Orellán is 230 m away. Castro de Orellán is 570 m away; Mirador de Orellán and the entrance to the galleries are 1.3 km away. The area combines small villages, chestnut forests and the reddish formations associated with the old Roman gold mines.
Aula Arqueologica de las Medulas is 2 km away; Área recreativa Lago de Carucedo is 3.3 km away and Lago de Carucedo is 3.6 km away. For a meal, O Camiño Real is 1.9 km away and Mesón Durandarte is 2.1 km away. La Barosa and Apeadero Covas are both 7 km away; León Airport is 131 km away. Public transport does not reach the property, so having your own vehicle is recommended. Free private parking is available nearby.
The Roman mines of Las Médulas are 4.3 km away. This cultural landscape, recognised as a World Heritage Site, preserves traces of gold extraction during Roman times and can be explored on foot along local trails. Mirador de Orellán and the entrance to the galleries offer views of its formations from different points. The recreation area beside Lago de Carucedo is another option for an outdoor break; spring and autumn are good times to combine walks with visits to nearby villages.
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Guests highlight the friendly staff and cleanliness, with strong ratings for comfort and value for money too. The facilities receive somewhat more moderate ratings, although overall the property offers a well-kept stay in the peaceful surroundings of Orellán.
Rates at Louteiro de las Médulas vary depending on the season, room type and dates of your stay. You can check the latest rates for your dates.
León Airport is 131 km from Louteiro de las Médulas. La Barosa and Apeadero Covas are the nearest railway stops, both 7 km away. Public transport does not reach the property, so having your own vehicle for the final part of the journey is recommended. Free private parking is available nearby and no reservation is needed. Orellán is 230 m away.
Louteiro de las Médulas is in Orellán: Iglesia de San Pedro de Orellán is 70 m away and Castro de Orellán is 570 m away. Mirador de Orellán and the entrance to the galleries are 1.3 km away. Las Médulas is 2.1 km away, Aula Arqueologica de las Medulas is 2 km away and Área recreativa Lago de Carucedo is 3.3 km away.
Louteiro de las Médulas allows pets on request and charges may apply. You should make your request when arranging your stay, as permission is not automatic.
Louteiro de las Médulas has free private parking nearby; you do not need to reserve a space, although the parking is not on the property.
Payment at Louteiro de las Médulas is made in cash on arrival; the property does not accept credit cards as a method of payment.
Louteiro de las Médulas has triple and double rooms, as well as a one-bedroom apartment with garden views. The apartment includes a kitchen with a fridge and kitchenware; the rooms have a private bathroom and seating area. The double rooms are 20 or 30 m².
Check-in at Louteiro de las Médulas is from 16:00 to 21:00. The property asks you to let them know your expected arrival time in advance; you can do this through the special requests section or by contacting them directly.