Albergue EL CASTILLO
Sarria · Galicia

Albergue EL CASTILLO

Hostel in Sarria with rooms featuring private bathrooms, a shared kitchen and a terrace, a few metres from the Fortress and close to the Camino de Santiago.

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9.2 Score
171 Reviews
13:00 Check-in
Area Sarria
Nearby Fortress of Sarria · 50 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 13:00

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Albergue EL CASTILLO

Albergue EL CASTILLO is a hostel in Sarria, 50 m from the Fortress of Sarria and a 10-minute walk from Ponte da Aspera. It offers private rooms and a shared option, all with a private bathroom and air conditioning, for those visiting the town or stopping along the Camino de Santiago.

The rooms, ranging from 15 to 21 m², include double and triple options and a bed in a four-bed mixed room. Some have a balcony with city views; others offer a sofa or a flat-screen TV. The property has a shared kitchen equipped with a fridge, microwave and utensils, free WiFi and a terrace. It also has heating and is entirely non-smoking. Sarria train station is 850 m away, and the bus station is 770 m away. Nearby, you’ll find churches, viewpoints and places to eat, while Praia Fluvial is 10 km away.

Albergue EL CASTILLO
★ 9.2 · Wonderful · 171 reviews

Plan your stay at Albergue EL CASTILLO

Hostel in Sarria with rooms featuring private bathrooms, a shared kitchen and a terrace, a few metres from the Fortress and close to the Camino de Santiago.

Room types

Albergue EL CASTILLO offers seven options, ranging from double rooms to a bed in a four-bed mixed shared room. Room sizes range from 15 to 21 m², and each option accommodates one to three people. Choices include rooms with a double bed, combinations of a single and a double bed, an option with two single beds and a triple room with three single beds.

All rooms have air conditioning and a private bathroom. Some have a sofa and a flat-screen TV, while the Double Rooms with Balcony also offer city views. The 15 m² option has two single beds, and the larger rooms include options for three people. The bed in the mixed dormitory is a separate option for those who prefer to share a room. Bed linen is provided in the rooms; several also include heating, a fridge and kitchen utensils.

Double Room — Albergue EL CASTILLO
Double Room
17 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Sofa
  • Walk-in shower

At 17 m², with one double bed, this room is an option for two people who prefer a private room. It includes air conditioning, a sofa and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and bidet. The flat-screen TV is another listed feature of this room type.

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Double or Twin Room — Albergue EL CASTILLO
Double or Twin Room
17 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Single bed and 1 Double bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Wooden or parquet flooring
  • Heating

This 17 m² option accommodates up to three people and combines a single bed with a double bed. The sofa and private bathroom with a walk-in shower and bidet distinguish it from the Double Room with one bed. It also has parquet flooring, heating and a flat-screen TV.

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Double Room with Balcony — Albergue EL CASTILLO
Double Room with Balcony
19 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Balcony
  • City views

At 19 m², this room has a balcony and city views, offering an outdoor space not found in the standard Double Room. It has one double bed, air conditioning and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower. The sofa completes a room designed for two people.

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Double or Twin Room with Balcony — Albergue EL CASTILLO
Double or Twin Room with Balcony
19 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Single bed and 1 Double bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Balcony
  • City views

This 19 m² room shares a balcony and city views with the other Double Room with Balcony option, but accommodates up to three people and has one single bed alongside a double bed. It has air conditioning, a sofa and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower.

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Twin Room with Private Bathroom — Albergue EL CASTILLO
Twin Room with Private Bathroom
15 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Microwave
  • Clothes rack

At 15 m², this room has two single beds, distinguishing it from the double-bed rooms and the options with a balcony. It has a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and bidet, as well as air conditioning. A fridge and microwave are among its listed amenities.

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Triple Room with Private Bathroom — Albergue EL CASTILLO
Triple Room with Private Bathroom
21 m² · Private bathroom

  • 3 Single beds
  • Max 3 guests
  • Microwave
  • Heating

This 21 m² room offers three single beds for up to three people, without combining different bed sizes. The private bathroom includes a walk-in shower and bidet; air conditioning and heating are also provided. A fridge and microwave are among the room’s amenities.

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Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room — Albergue EL CASTILLO
Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
18 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Single bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Microwave
  • Fridge

This option is a single bed in an 18 m² four-bed mixed room. It includes air conditioning and a private bathroom, as well as a fridge, microwave and kitchen utensils. It’s the shared alternative to the hostel’s private rooms.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to visit the Fortress of Sarria, which is 50 m away.
  • you need free WiFi throughout the property.
  • you prefer a room with a private bathroom and air conditioning.
  • you want to prepare food in a shared kitchen with a fridge, microwave and utensils.
  • you’re interested in a Double Room with Balcony and city views.

Maybe not, if...

  • you need on-site parking: there is no parking.
  • you have difficulty climbing stairs: the upper floors are only accessible by stairs.
  • you want to hold a party or a stag or hen party: these are not permitted.
  • you plan to arrive after 23:00, when check-in ends.

Hotel facilities & services

Free WiFi is available throughout the property. To prepare meals, there’s a shared kitchen with a fridge, microwave and utensils; this shared space is particularly practical if you prefer to organise your own meals during your stay. The rooms have private bathrooms with a shower, bidet, toilet and hairdryer, as well as towels and bed linen.

Air conditioning and heating let you adjust the room temperature, and the property has a terrace. Safety features include cameras in the communal areas and outdoors. Smoking is not permitted anywhere in the building, and fire extinguishers are also provided. Some rooms have a flat-screen TV. The facilities focus on practical ways to rest and prepare food, with shared spaces and rooms equipped with private bathrooms.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Shower

General facilities

  • Terrace
  • Outdoor security cameras
  • Security cameras in communal areas
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Media & technology

  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Bed linen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Kitchenware
  • Microwave
  • Fridge
  • Socket near the bed

Location & what to see

Albergue EL CASTILLO is on Rúa Conde de Lemos, in an area of Sarria from which you can visit several places in the town on foot. The Fortress of Sarria is 50 m away and Igrexa de San Salvador de Sarria is 60 m away. Nearby, you’ll also find Torre do Batallón, 110 m away, A Horta do Batallón garden, 130 m away, and Miradoiro do Cárcere, 150 m away. Igrexa de Santa Mariña de Sarria is 280 m away.

Sarria train station is 850 m away and the bus station is 770 m away; Pedrelo - Céltigos is 6 km away. Santiago de Compostela Airport is 122 km away. For a walk by the river, A Ponte da Áspera is 580 m away, while Praia Fluvial is 10 km away. Praza da Vila and Mosteiro de Santa María Madalena are 420 m away, and Praza de Abastos market is 520 m away.

Sarria is a common starting point for the Camino Francés, so the town combines cultural visits with services for those walking the route. Museo Etnográfico do Pan Pallares is 700 m away and offers a glimpse of the local bread-making tradition. Parque do Chanto is also nearby, 580 m away. To round off a walk around the town, Igrexa de Santiago is 4.1 km away and Igrexa de San Xulián is 8 km away.

Fortress of Sarria — Historic fortress located just a few metres from the property. 50 m
Igrexa de San Salvador de Sarria — Nearby church that forms part of the local religious heritage. 60 m
Torre do Batallón — Remains of an old tower near the centre of Sarria. 110 m
Miradoiro do Cárcere — Urban viewpoint overlooking the surrounding area. 150 m
A Ponte da Áspera — Historic bridge on a nearby riverside route. 580 m
Sarria bus station — Local terminal for bus connections from Sarria. 770 m

What guests say about Albergue EL CASTILLO

9.2
Wonderful · 171 reviews
Staff
9.4
Comfort
9.5
Location
9.5
Cleanliness
9.4
Facilities
9.4
Value for money
9.3
Free Wi-Fi
6.3

Guests particularly value the cleanliness, comfort and facilities, and also have positive comments about the staff and value for money. WiFi is the least highly rated aspect compared with the rest; the location receives a high rating.

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