Hotels Near MAEC (Museo Arqueológico y Etnográfico) in Leon

Very unimpressed with this AC Marriott property. Arrived on a Friday after a very hard week. Staff has been very hands off. Bathroom is outdated and below par. The worst of the worst was no food service, no room service, and basically no service on the weekends. Their restaurant is closed Fri, Sat, and Sun. Very disappointing after walking all day and expecting to enjoy a nice evening in my room. I’d pass on this property and spend your euros elsewhere. Done with Marriott in Europe after a several bad stays.

The Silken Luis de Leon is rated a four star hotel, but it certainly didn't feel like one. I travel a lot and always try to stay in four star hotels in Europe. The hotel restaurant is only open four days a week for two hours per day. The rooms do not have complimentary water bottles nor do they have coffee machines. There is complimentary coffee in the lobby, but only after 11:30 a.m.. There is no conditioner nor body lotion, and no feather pillows, ie. the hotel lacks all the amenities that I would expect in a four star hotel. I will say that my room was clean and comfortable, but then that is what I would have expected in a three star hotel also. I guess my peeve is that the hotel provides none of the amenities that I would have expected in a four star hotel...

We stayed here two nights on our two week northern Spain/Portugal trip with 14 people in our group. Breakfast was very good, with lots of choices. Coffee was a little difficult to figure out and was quite strong. The bed was nice and firm, and we had plenty of storage space. Be sure to ask for a key to your room safe. Bathtub leaked water around the glass panel. Excellent location. Wifi was iffy. Would return.

From the moment I walked in the door during my Camino, Carmen at the front desk was brilliant. My room was not ready but she made me feel at home and she has been a great help in providing information about the local area, restaurants, etc. The hotel itself is very nice with spacious rooms and a great bathroom. Just what I needed after a week on the Camino. Highly recommended.

Built in the 14th century in 1370, this building provides the location of this quaint hotel that is centrally located right at the beginning of the desirable and touristy “barrio húmedo” section of León. Within a short walking distance to all shops, restaurants, bars and the main attraction, the Leon Cathedral, you’ll never be far from anything you could want. There’s a restaurant in the hotel that I heard was very good (although on the pricey side) but I never ate there. The local bars and cafe’s all serve tapas gratis with any beverage ordered and there’s no shortage of places to eat! The hotel staff were extremely friendly and helpful and even though they have set hours at the front desk, every guest gets their own code to get in if it’s past those hours. I’d read that since it’s an old building, that the walls are thin and it can get quite loud, especially if you are closer to street level or over restaurant. I was on 3rd floor and had no issues. Sometimes you could hear people coming in late and the old wood floors creak a little, but it never bothered me and guests were pretty respectful. Nice large tub and shower area. Small tv, that I never used once…no need to when there’s so much nearby to do! I’d stay here again for sure!

Terrific hotel located in the heart of old town near the cathedral and Gaudi building. It’s Comfortable, charming, and has tons of amazing little touches which felt both authentic and modern at the same time. Stay here - you won’t be disappointed. Our only warning: If you have a car - pay for the parking underground garage in lieu of the free parking lot ‘nearby.’ The lot is close by foot, but I endured some white knuckled driving to reach it because the route wraps around the old town which prohibits most vehicle traffic. Lastly, make sure to find and enjoy the barrio humedo if you like to party. The so-called ‘wet’ neighborhood certainly deserves its name.

We have been sightseeing in the area and reserved this Melia with great expectations. I’m afraid Mr Escarrer would be a bit disappointed. On the plus side, the receptionists were really friendly and attentive, with the right helpful attitude. We could say the same about the staff in the cafeteria. The downside was the quality of the food in the cafeteria/bar/restaurant. Frozen chips in a Melia? The chicken fingers to pick at seemed to be a chicken escalope sliced and refried, making it dry and tasteless. Perhaps the menu ought to be relooked at because the premises are really nice. The room was fine although having to go to a vending machine in the lobby to get your minibar products kind of defeats the purpose of a minibar in the room. Breakfast was adequate although not what you expect from a hotel advertised as a Melia affiliate. All on all, a “pass” thanks to the staff.

This hotel is a 3 star and it seems so in its facilities and rooms. The room is smaller and the bathroom, also smaller in my case, had a column in the middle that was a bit uncomfortable to access the shower (not a bathtub, which is appreciated). Functional furniture, used, but correct and without major wear and tear or lack of maintenance. Breakfast with acceptable variety. The staff is the best of the hotel, both at reception and in the cafeteria, as well as the cleaning ladies, all doing their thing and very attentive to the customer. The location is ideal for walking to the center in a few minutes. All this makes it a highly recommended 3*, without expecting great facilities or anything special, but perfect for working in Leon or for a getaway and being in good comfort without more.

Overall nice hotel, ok reception, BUT the employees seemed forced to be untruthful when it came to whether or not the A/C worked. The window to one of our rooms was open upon our arrival and the so called A/C or ventilation system had to be turned on. It started, but there was no cool air. We were offered to change rooms and embarked upon a wild goose chase trying to find a cooler room on the floor below. The window in the new room was also wide open, letting in the hot outside air. The A/C did not work there either so we stayed in the original rooms. Large rooms and large bathrooms. The shower was a bit small for the size of the bathroom and the shower door in one room was very creaky. The employees tried hard, but the management was clearly lacking.