Albergue O Fogar de Teodomiro
Santiago de Compostela · Galicia

Albergue O Fogar de Teodomiro

Guest house in Santiago de Compostela with shared dormitories, free Wi-Fi and a location 300 metres from the cathedral, next to the historic sites of the old town.

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7.2 Score
1.391 Reviews
13:00 Check-in
Nearby Santiago de Compostela Cathedral · 310 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 13:00

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Albergue O Fogar de Teodomiro

Albergue O Fogar de Teodomiro is a guest house in Santiago de Compostela, 300 metres from the cathedral, in a stone building with shared dormitories. It suits those looking for a simple stay in the old town, whether you’re walking the Camino de Santiago or want to explore the city on foot.

There are shared dormitories with four and eight beds, as well as a quadruple room; private rooms are also available. All rooms have shared bathrooms and heating. The shared dormitories retain features such as wooden floors and a balcony, while the private rooms have a desk. The property offers free Wi-Fi, lockers, daily housekeeping and tourist information. The train station is about a 15-minute walk away, and Plaza de Algalia de Arriba puts museums, squares and monuments in the historic centre within walking distance. There is no parking.

Albergue O Fogar de Teodomiro
★ 7.2 · Good · 1.391 reviews

Plan your stay at Albergue O Fogar de Teodomiro

Guest house in Santiago de Compostela with shared dormitories, free Wi-Fi and a location 300 metres from the cathedral, next to the historic sites of the old town.

Room types

Options include beds in shared dormitories with four or eight places and a quadruple room with a shared bathroom. Most beds accommodate one person; the quadruple room can sleep up to four. The beds are bunk beds and the bathrooms are shared, a practical arrangement for pilgrims and travellers who prefer to stay in the old town.

The rooms described measure between 20 and 25 m² and have heating. Shared dormitories feature balconies and wooden floors; one of the four-bed options also has a desk. Amenities include a socket by the bed and a clothes rack. The eight-bed option measures 25 m², while the four-bed rooms and the quadruple room measure 20 m². Requests for specific beds and rooms are subject to availability.

Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room — Albergue O Fogar de Teodomiro
Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
20 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Balcony
  • Wooden floor

This single bed is in a 20 m² four-bed shared dormitory. The room combines heating with wooden floors and a balcony, features that set it apart from the four-bed option described as having a desk. The bathroom is shared.

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Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room — Albergue O Fogar de Teodomiro
Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
25 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Balcony
  • Wooden floor

The eight-bed option is the largest of the shared dormitories, measuring 25 m² compared with 20 m² for the four-bed alternatives. It has heating, a balcony and wooden floors; each bed has a nearby socket and a clothes rack. The bathroom is shared.

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Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room — Albergue O Fogar de Teodomiro
Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
20 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Desk
  • Heating

This 20 m² four-bed option stands out for having a desk and heating. It shares the bunk-bed dormitory layout with the other four-bed option, but the desk gives you a place to put your things or sit for a while. The bathroom is shared.

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Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom — Albergue O Fogar de Teodomiro
Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom
20 m²

  • 4 Bunk beds
  • Max 4 guests
  • Heating
  • Socket near the bed

Measuring 20 m² and accommodating four people, this room has four bunk beds in one space. It’s the option for sharing a stay as a group rather than booking individual beds in a shared dormitory. It has heating and a shared bathroom.

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Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room — Albergue O Fogar de Teodomiro
Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
20 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Socket near the bed
  • Heating

This single bed is in a 20 m² four-bed mixed dormitory. The layout lets you share a room with other travellers and includes heating; the socket by the bed and clothes rack complete the listed amenities. The bathroom is shared.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to stay in the old town, 300 m from Santiago Cathedral
  • you’re travelling alone and are happy to book a bed in a shared dormitory with four or eight places
  • you’re looking for free Wi-Fi throughout the property
  • you prefer a heated dormitory and are interested in options with a balcony or wooden floors
  • you’re arriving by train: the station is 1.5 km away and about a 15-minute walk

Maybe not, if...

  • you need a private bathroom: the rooms described have shared bathrooms
  • you’re travelling by car and need on-site parking: there is no parking
  • you want to choose a specific bed or room with certainty: such requests are subject to availability
  • you’re planning a party or a bachelor or bachelorette party: these aren’t allowed

Hotel facilities & services

The guest house has an internet connection and daily housekeeping. It also offers lockers and tourist information, along with heating and a non-smoking policy throughout the property. These facilities are complemented by key-card access, a security alarm, fire extinguishers and smoke detectors.

Room amenities include a shared bathroom, a socket near the bed and a clothes rack. Internet access is available throughout the property; Wi-Fi is free. Daily housekeeping and heating are among the listed services, while lockers provide storage space. Tourist information is available to help you plan your visit to the city. The guest house provides invoices and uses key-card access.

General facilities

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Lockers
  • Tourist information
  • Security alarm
  • Key-card access
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating

Media & technology

  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Shared bathroom
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Location & what to see

Albergue O Fogar de Teodomiro is on Plaza de Algalia de Arriba, in the old town of Santiago de Compostela. Nearby historic landmarks include Porta de San Roque, 40 m away, and Postigo da Algalia, 50 m away. Xardín do Pazo de Amarante is 60 m away and Casa Gótica is 80 m away; Capela de Ánimas is 90 m away. These distances make it easy to start exploring the streets, gardens and corners of the historic centre on foot.

Santiago de Compostela Cathedral is 310 m away and Plaza de Platerías is 300 m away. Plaza de la Quintana and Casa do Cabildo are also 300 m away; Plaza del Obradoiro is 400 m away. For a cultural visit, the Pilgrimage Museum is 50 m away, Museo do Pobo Galego is 250 m away and Centro Galego de Arte Contemporánea is 210 m away. The train station is 1.5 km away, the bus station is 1.4 km away and Santiago de Compostela Airport is 9 km away.

A day in the city can combine the cathedral and its squares with the collections in nearby museums. For a change of pace, Parque de Belvís is 650 m away and Parque de la Alameda is 850 m away; both offer green spaces in the city. Monte do Gozo, 4 km away, is another site linked to the Camino de Santiago. In July, the celebrations of Santiago Apóstol bring festive activity to the local calendar; throughout the rest of the year, the historic heritage and walking routes remain the main attractions in this area.

Santiago de Compostela Cathedral — A pilgrimage church and a landmark of monumental importance in Santiago’s historic centre. 310 m
Pilgrimage Museum — An exhibition devoted to the Camino routes and pilgrimage culture. 50 m
Centro Galego de Arte Contemporánea — A contemporary art museum with exhibitions and cultural events. 210 m
Museo do Pobo Galego — An exploration of Galicia’s culture, history and traditions. 250 m
Plaza del Obradoiro — A grand monumental square in front of the cathedral’s main façade. 400 m
Parque de Belvís — A green space in the city for a walk or a rest outdoors. 650 m

What guests say about Albergue O Fogar de Teodomiro

7.2
Good · 1.391 reviews
Staff
8.4
Comfort
7.1
Location
9.1
Cleanliness
7.3
Facilities
6.9
Value for money
7.2
Free Wi-Fi
8.2

Reviews particularly value the proximity to Santiago’s main sights and the staff’s helpfulness. Cleanliness and Wi-Fi receive a fair reception, while the facilities and comfort leave room for improvement compared with the guest house’s most appreciated features.

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