León · Old Town · Castilla y León
Your home in the very heart of León, between the Cathedral and the Barrio Húmedo.
Calle de la Guardia Civil 1 · LeónWelcome
A spacious, welcoming duplex right in the old town: a large living room on the entrance floor, an internal staircase, and three bedrooms upstairs. Step outside and, within a short walk, you have the Cathedral, San Isidoro, Gaudí's Casa Botines and the best tapas in Castilla. This guide sorts it all out: how to get in, how the home works, and what not to miss.
The home
Warm, characterful spaces, a kitchen with a Thermomix, and a charming brick courtyard at the entrance. Swipe the gallery and tap any photo to view it larger.
Bedrooms
Spacious and bright, in turquoise tones, with a wardrobe.
Single beds (90 cm; one with a pull-out bed underneath) and a desk area.
On the upper floor, with a bathtub.
Amenities
Arrival & access
Access is via Vikey (no physical keys for the building doors). Take it easy — it's a few steps, but very simple. The Vikey link itself includes help videos.
The courtyard door often locks after 11:00 pm and you could be left outside. Inside the apartment there is a key for that courtyard door.
Scan the QR code next to the TV and you'll connect instantly.
You're in the centre: there are public car parks nearby and paid street parking (zona ORA). Options in the “Eat & shop” section.
Check-in from 3:00 pm · Check-out until 11:00 am.
Before you leave
There's a wireless thermostat in the living room that runs on batteries. We'd be grateful if you'd remove the batteries when you leave.
Leave the courtyard-door key where you found it and lock the apartment on your way out.
Check-out is until 11:00 am. Thank you for taking care of the home!
So everything runs smoothly
No smoking inside the apartment.
No pets allowed.
No parties or events.
Please respect the neighbours, especially at night.
History, stone and tapas at your door
A Gothic cathedral, the Romanesque of San Isidoro, Gaudí's Casa Botines and the best tapas in Castilla — all a short walk from home.
Experiences
Pick your plan. Every monument and corner is detailed in the León guide.
What to see in León
Almost everything is a short walk from home. Approximate times; tap “Directions” for the route from the apartment.
The “Pulchra Leonina”, one of the most beautiful Gothic cathedrals in Europe, famous for its 1,800 m² of stained glass that floods the interior with colour. A must.
Tip: go in the late afternoon, with the sun low, to see the stained glass at its best.
Directions from the houseA Romanesque gem with the Royal Pantheon, called the “Sistine Chapel of the Romanesque” for its remarkably preserved 12th-century frescoes.
Tip: don't miss the Royal Pantheon (museum entrance) — absolutely worth it.
Directions from the houseOne of the few Gaudí buildings outside Catalonia, neo-Gothic in style. You can visit inside, and its museum is well worth it.
Tip: at night it's lit up and the photo from San Marcelo square is lovely.
Directions from the houseThe heart of León's tapas scene, around Plaza de San Martín. Here, with every beer or wine, the tapa is free! Great atmosphere and fair prices.
Tip: bar-hop, ordering one drink in each, and try lots of different tapas.
Directions from the houseA former monastery and pilgrims' hospital with one of the most impressive Plateresque façades in Spain. Now a Parador hotel; its square is picture-perfect.
Tip: pop in for a drink and peek at the cloister; at dusk the façade turns golden.
Directions from the houseThe Contemporary Art Museum of Castilla y León, with a coloured-glass façade inspired by the Cathedral's stained glass. Architecturally award-winning.
Tip: check its programme of temporary exhibitions before you go.
Directions from the houseJust over half an hour away: another Gaudí palace (the Episcopal), a cathedral, Roman walls and the famous cocido maragato (eaten in reverse!). Perfect for a day.
Tip: book a table for the cocido maragato and pace yourself… it starts with the meat.
Directions from the houseAncient Roman gold mines turned into a unique reddish landscape, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Spectacular viewpoints and trails among chestnut trees.
Tip: head to the Orellán viewpoint at sunset; the light on the red earth is incredible.
Directions from the houseAt a glance
| Destination | Approx. time | What for |
|---|---|---|
| Barrio Húmedo (tapas) | ~13 min walk | Tapas & atmosphere |
| León Cathedral | ~12 min walk | Gothic & stained glass |
| San Isidoro | ~12 min walk | Romanesque, Royal Pantheon |
| Casa Botines (Gaudí) | ~12 min walk | Modernism |
| Plaza Mayor | ~14 min walk | Square & market |
| Parador de San Marcos | ~12 min walk | Plateresque |
| Train station (León) | ~12 min walk | Trains & high-speed AVE |
| MUSAC | ~10 min by car | Contemporary art |
| Astorga | ~50 min by car | Gaudí & cocido |
| Las Médulas | ~1h45 by car | Heritage landscape |
Eat & shop
On the street there's paid parking (zona ORA, blue/green) with set hours; for longer stays a car park is usually best. Need anything specific? Just write to us.
We're here for you
A question about access, a recommendation, something you can't find? Write to us and we'll be glad to help.
Emergencies: 112 · Your direct contact number is in your booking confirmation.