Albergue "El Aguila"
Candanchú · Aragon

Albergue "El Aguila"

Hostel in Candanchú with direct access to the ski slopes, a restaurant, garden and family rooms; a base in the Pyrenees for skiing and hiking.

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7.7 Score
147 Reviews
15:00 Check-in
Area Candanchú
Nearby Church of Candanchú · 160 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 15:00
Pets Allowed

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Albergue "El Aguila"

Albergue "El Aguila" is a hostel in Candanchú, Huesca, with direct access to the ski slopes. It combines dining options and shared spaces for those exploring the Pyrenees, travelling with family or coming to enjoy the snow. The property has a garden, terrace, shared lounge, restaurant and children's play area; it also offers table tennis.

The five room categories all include a private bathroom and range from single options to family rooms for groups of up to ten people. Some have mountain views, a patio or a terrace, and there is a double room with a bathtub. A buffet breakfast is served, and free WiFi is available throughout the property. Pets are allowed, possibly for an additional charge, and there is no parking at the property. Candanchú and the natural areas of the Pyrenees offer a setting for alternating between winter skiing and hiking in the warmer months.

Albergue "El Aguila"
★ 7.7 · Good · 147 reviews

Plan your stay at Albergue "El Aguila"

Hostel in Candanchú with direct access to the ski slopes, a restaurant, garden and family rooms; a base in the Pyrenees for skiing and hiking.

Room types

The hostel offers five categories, from single rooms and a bed in a shared room to two family options and a double room. All have a private bathroom; room sizes range from 12 to 42 m², and capacities from one to ten people. The 18 m² double category has mountain views and a bathtub; the bed in a shared room is in a 25 m² room with a patio and terrace.

The two family rooms differ in capacity and layout: the Standard covers 35 m² and accommodates up to eight people, while the 42 m² room can sleep ten. Both have a patio and terrace, and offer views. The Single Room measures 12 m² and is set up for one person. Bed configurations include bunk beds and single beds, as well as an option with two double beds. Heating is among the room amenities.

Double Room - 2 Double Beds — Albergue "El Aguila"
Double Room - 2 Double Beds
18 m²

  • 2 Double bed
  • Max 4 guests
  • Mountain view
  • Bathtub

With 18 m² of space and capacity for four people, this category is the double option for those looking for more sleeping space. Its mountain views, bathtub and flat-screen TV set it apart from the other rooms; it has two double beds and a private bathroom.

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Single Bed in Shared Room — Albergue "El Aguila"
Single Bed in Shared Room
25 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Patio
  • Terrace

This single bed is in a 25 m² shared room with a patio and terrace, as well as a private bathroom. It accommodates one person and offers a different format from the family rooms, which are designed for groups. Heating, a wardrobe and a clothes rack complete the amenities.

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Standard Family Room — Albergue "El Aguila"
Standard Family Room
35 m²

  • 8 Bunk bed
  • Max 8 guests
  • Views
  • Patio

With 35 m² of space and capacity for eight people, this Standard Family Room has eight bunk beds. Like the other family room, it has a patio, terrace and private bathroom, but it has less space and fewer beds, making it the option for smaller groups. It also offers views.

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Family Room — Albergue "El Aguila"
Family Room
42 m²

  • 10 Single bed
  • Max 10 guests
  • Views
  • Patio

This is the largest family category, with 42 m² of space and capacity for ten people, compared with the Standard Family Room's 35 m² and eight guests. It has ten single beds, a patio, terrace and private bathroom, as well as views. Its greater capacity makes it suitable for large groups who want to share a room.

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Single Room — Albergue "El Aguila"
Single Room
12 m²

  • 2 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating

With 12 m² of space and capacity for one person, this single room offers a private stay, unlike a bed in a shared room. It has a private bathroom, heating, bed linen and a clothes rack; its configuration includes two bunk beds. It is the most compact of the five categories.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you ski: the hostel offers direct access to the slopes, ski storage and a ski school.
  • you are travelling with family or in a group: there are family rooms for up to ten people and a children's play area.
  • you want to stay near natural areas: Valles Occidentales Natural Park is 0 m away.
  • you want dining options on site: there is a restaurant, café, bar and snack bar.
  • you are travelling with a pet: pets are allowed, although charges may apply.

Maybe not, if...

  • you need parking at the property: there is no parking on site.
  • you will arrive after 21:00: check-in ends at that time, and you need to let the property know your expected arrival time in advance.
  • you prefer accommodation with private rooms only: a bed in a shared room is also available.
  • you want to avoid any possible extra charge for travelling with a pet: the property may apply a fee.

Hotel facilities & services

Dining options include a restaurant, café, bar and snack bar. Wine and champagne are also available, and special diet menus can be requested. Breakfast is served as a buffet. Free WiFi is available throughout the property, and pets are allowed, although charges may apply.

For mountain activities, the hostel offers direct access to the ski slopes, a ski school and ski storage. Leisure facilities include table tennis, a children's play area, a games room and a shared lounge with a TV. Activities available in the surrounding area include hiking, cycling, horse riding, fishing, and walking and cycling tours. Practical services include tourist information, luggage storage and laundry.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Pets allowed
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Tourist information
  • Table tennis
  • Skiing
  • Direct access to ski slopes

General facilities

  • Sun terrace
  • Garden
  • Direct access to ski slopes
  • Ski school
  • Ski storage
  • Bike tours
  • Walking tours
  • Horse riding
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Table tennis
  • Children's play area
  • Games room
  • Skiing
  • Shared TV/lounge area

Food & drink

  • Café on site
  • Wine / champagne
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Media & technology

  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
  • Clothes rack

Location & what to see

Albergue "El Aguila" is in Candanchú, a mountain village in Huesca, in the Aragonese Pyrenees. Candanchú village is 360 m away; the Church of Candanchú is 160 m away, and the ruins of the Monastery and Hospital of Santa Cristina are 430 m away. Mirador de Pyrene is 610 m away and offers views of the Pyrenean landscape. Valles Occidentales Natural Park is 0 m away, while Pyrenees National Park is 2.1 km away. The immediate surroundings combine a small mountain village, natural landscapes and historic remains.

Pau Pyrénées Airport is 65 km away. Canfranc train station is 4.2 km away and Villanúa-Letranz is 11 km away. The Somport Tunnel is 3.8 km away and Col du Somport is 2.3 km away. For nearby places to eat, Bar Excursionistas is 100 m away and Casa Lola is 300 m away. These landmarks help you locate the main access routes and nearby services, while the accommodation remains in a mountain setting.

In winter, there are several places to ski in the area: Candanchú Ski Resort is 2.1 km away, Le Somport is 1.2 km away and Astún is 3.8 km away. The hostel also offers direct access to the ski slopes. In the warmer months, hiking lets you explore the area around Valles Occidentales Natural Park and reach viewpoints and peaks such as Bessata, 640 m away, and Alto de Somport, 670 m away. The area is suitable for combining days in the mountains with visits to the remains of the former Hospital of Santa Cristina.

Church of Candanchú — A place of worship in the mountain village, a short distance from the accommodation. 160 m
Monastery and Hospital of Santa Cristina — Historic remains connected with the former Pyrenean crossing at Somport. 430 m
Mirador de Pyrene — A nearby spot for taking in the mountains around Candanchú. 610 m
Valles Occidentales Natural Park — A protected mountain area with Pyrenean landscapes and outdoor trails. 0 m
Candanchú Ski Resort — A Pyrenean ski area with slopes to enjoy in winter. 2,1 km
Astún Winter Resort — A nearby mountain resort for snow sports. 3,8 km

What guests say about Albergue "El Aguila"

7.7
Good · 147 reviews
Staff
9.0
Comfort
7.5
Location
8.8
Cleanliness
7.6
Facilities
7.3
Value for money
7.5
Free Wi-Fi
9.0

Guests especially appreciate the staff and the WiFi connection. Cleanliness, comfort and facilities receive more moderate ratings, while service stands out as one of the strongest aspects of the stay.

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