HCUS5, León, Madrid and Inland Spain
The 16th century Hostal de San Marcos, now the Parador de Leon, is a historic landmark at the heart of the city and one of Spain's finest Paradors. Behind its ornate Plateresque facade the hotel has recently undergone a thorough three-year long refurbishment, bringing it right up to 21st century, with everything you would expect from a 5-star hotel. Beyond the lofty, ultra-modern reception area (be prepared for a shock!) the San Marcos, originally a monastery-cum-hospital for pilgrims on their way to Santiago, is truly a living museum. Ask about a guided tour at reception or take a stroll in the peaceful cloister and marvel at the 500-plus paintings and tapestries which line the walls. Superior rooms are in the main building and furnished with antiques whilst standard rooms are in the more modern annex. All have been brought up to date in the recent renovation with a simple, almost minimalist style making the most of the natural materials - and all offer the highest standard of comfort and facilities. Facilities include a gastronomic restaurant and a garden courtyard, as well as lounge areas with artwork, stone walls, delightfully intricate ceilings and Gothic arches.
51 rooms including Suites, Junior suites, superior and standard rooms.All rooms have en-suite bathrooms, heating and air-conditioningInterconnected room(s) available
Patio lounge area in cloister Bar & Restaurant Room service Parking (extra charge)
Buffet breakfast is available until 11am.The restaurant serves lunch and dinner and snacks are available all day.The menu features traditional Castilian dishes, including the region's famous lamb, beef, charcuterie and cheeses.The hotel also has a lounge bar with plenty of comfortable chairs to relax after a hard day's tourism or an evening of tapas in the Barrio Humedo.
The monumental city of León on the Pilgrims´route to Santiago, had twenty four kings before Castilla even had laws! Apart from its amazing Gothic cathedral with its stunning stained glass windows which jump out at you with their special light, equal to those of Chartres, it boasts many other impressive monuments such as the romanesque Basilica de San Isidoro or La Casa de Los Botines designed by Gaudi in the 19th century.
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