Albergue La Pinguina
Mansilla de las Mulas · Castile and León

Albergue La Pinguina

Hostel in Mansilla de las Mulas with shared dormitories, a communal kitchen, buffet breakfast and free WiFi, near historic sites in the municipality.

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9.3 Score
156 Reviews
12:00 Check-in
Nearby Mansilla de las Mulas · 100 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 12:00
Pets Allowed

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Albergue La Pinguina

Albergue La Pinguina is a hostel in Mansilla de las Mulas, 180 m from Santa María Church, with shared dormitories and a communal kitchen.

It suits people exploring the town or looking for a simple stay in shared rooms. The three options are bunk beds in mixed dormitories, each for one person, with areas of 10, 12 and 13 m². They come with bed linen, a coffee machine and a balcony; the bathroom is shared and has a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. One of the options includes a bathtub.

The hostel offers free WiFi, a shared kitchen and a communal lounge. It also serves a buffet breakfast. Pets are allowed on request and charges may apply; there is no parking. From here, you can walk to Santa María Church and the Museum of the Leonese Peoples, while León is about 21 km away.

Albergue La Pinguina
★ 9.3 · Wonderful · 156 reviews

Plan your stay at Albergue La Pinguina

Hostel in Mansilla de las Mulas with shared dormitories, a communal kitchen, buffet breakfast and free WiFi, near historic sites in the municipality.

Room types

Albergue La Pinguina offers bunk beds in mixed shared rooms, with space for one person. The rooms measure 10, 12 and 13 m², so you can choose from three sizes, although they all have a shared-accommodation layout. Each place has a bunk bed and bed linen; the bathroom is shared and has a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer.

A balcony and access to a kitchen equipped with a fridge, coffee machine, microwave, oven, toaster and dishwasher are among the features of these rooms. The 13 m² option stands out for including a bathtub, while the 10 and 12 m² options have a shower. Overall, these are functional spaces for a solo stay, with areas and facilities that let you prepare food and store your belongings during your trip.

Bunk in a Mixed Shared Dormitory — Albergue La Pinguina
Bunk in a Mixed Shared Dormitory
10 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Balcony
  • Coffee machine

At 10 m², this is the smallest of the three options, with a bunk bed for one person in a mixed dormitory. Its distinctive features include a balcony and access to a kitchen equipped with a coffee machine, fridge and dishwasher; bed linen is included.

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Bunk in a Mixed Shared Dormitory — Albergue La Pinguina
Bunk in a Mixed Shared Dormitory
12 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Balcony
  • Kitchen

This option offers 12 m², making it midway in size between the other two, with one place in a mixed shared dormitory. It also has a balcony and access to the kitchen with a coffee machine and dishwasher, as well as bed linen for your stay.

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Bunk in a Mixed Shared Dormitory — Albergue La Pinguina
Bunk in a Mixed Shared Dormitory
13 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Bathtub
  • Balcony

At 13 m², this is the largest of the three options and the only one with a bathtub. It accommodates one person in a bunk bed in a mixed dormitory and has a balcony, as well as access to the kitchen with a coffee machine and dishwasher.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to stay in a mixed shared dormitory with your own bunk bed space
  • you would find free WiFi throughout the property useful
  • you prefer access to a shared kitchen equipped with an oven, fridge and microwave
  • you are looking for a hostel with a buffet breakfast
  • you are travelling with a pet and can request permission to bring it, with a possible surcharge

Maybe not, if...

  • you need on-site parking, as there is no parking available
  • you prefer a room with a private bathroom, as the bathrooms are shared
  • you want a room for the exclusive use of several people, as each place is for one person
  • you need pets to be allowed without a prior request or possible surcharges

Hotel facilities & services

Albergue La Pinguina offers free WiFi and allows pets on request; charges may apply. Shared spaces include a TV lounge, as well as luggage storage and board games or puzzles. The accommodation is non-smoking and has heating and a fan.

The shared kitchen is equipped for preparing meals, with a coffee machine, kettle, toaster, oven, dishwasher, microwave and fridge. You will also find a balcony, bed linen, a power socket near the bed and a clothes rack in the rooms. The bathrooms are shared and have a shower, toilet, toilet paper, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Cable channels and a laptop are available for entertainment; internet access is available at the property.

Great for your stay

  • Free WiFi
  • Pet-friendly
  • Balcony
  • Kitchen
  • Shower
  • Luggage storage
  • Coffee machine
  • Cable channels

General facilities

  • Balcony
  • Shared TV lounge
  • Luggage storage
  • Board games / puzzles
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Fan

Food & drink

  • Tea/coffee maker

Media & technology

  • Laptop
  • Cable channels
  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shared bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Bed linen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Toaster
  • Oven
  • Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Fridge

Location & what to see

Albergue La Pinguina is in Mansilla de las Mulas, with the town centre 100 m away. Santa María Church is 180 m away, Parque del Arrabal is 190 m away, and the Museum of the Leonese Peoples is 340 m away. You can also visit the Virgen de Gracia hermitage, 370 m away, and Plaza Pícara Justina, 390 m away. These nearby sights let you combine religious heritage, outdoor spaces and a museum visit without travelling far from the town.

For a longer day out, Valverde de Sandoval Monastery is 3.5 km away and the Lancia archaeological site is 3.6 km away. Mansilla Mayor is 2.4 km away and Villasabariego is 3.6 km away. León is about 21 km away; there you can visit the cathedral, San Isidoro Church and San Marcos Convent. León Airport is 20 km away. Santas Martas and Palanquinos railway stations are 5 km and 7 km away, respectively.

Mansilla de las Mulas is part of the Camino Francés, so the presence of pilgrims and walkers is part of the town’s character. You can spend a few hours exploring the town and its green spaces, or set aside more time for the remains of Lancia and the monastery. For a city outing, León brings several monuments together in one visit; for a quieter day, the museum and Santa María Church are a short distance from the hostel. The combination of nearby sights and excursions to the surrounding area lets you plan your itinerary around the time you have available.

Mansilla de las Mulas — Nearby town centre, with streets and local services to explore. 100 m
Santa María — The town’s church, close to the hostel and the local centre. 180 m
Park of El Arrabal — A nearby green space where you can take a break during a walk around town. 190 m
Museum of the Leonese Peoples — Museum dedicated to Leonese traditions and popular culture. 340 m
Monastery of Valverde de Sandoval — Historic monastic complex in the area around Mansilla de las Mulas. 3,5 km
Lancia — Archaeological site where you can explore the area’s ancient past. 3,6 km

What guests say about Albergue La Pinguina

9.3
Wonderful · 156 reviews
Staff
9.7
Comfort
9.5
Location
9.6
Cleanliness
9.5
Facilities
9.3
Value for money
9.4
Free Wi-Fi
10.0

Guests particularly appreciate the staff’s service and the cleanliness, with very positive feedback also on comfort, facilities, WiFi and value for money. Overall, the reviews point to a well-kept, functional stay in a hostel with shared rooms.

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