El Albergue de la Catedral
Vitoria · Basque Country

El Albergue de la Catedral

Hostel in Vitoria with a shared dormitory, balcony with city views, shared kitchen and Santa María Cathedral 50 m away.

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7.6 Score
397 Reviews
14:00 Check-in
Area Vitoria
Nearby Church of Santa María · 30 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 14:00

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El Albergue de la Catedral

El Albergue de la Catedral is a hostel in Vitoria, 50 m from Santa María Cathedral, with a shared dormitory and balcony.

It's designed for guests looking for a simple stay in the old town who prefer shared spaces. The dormitory has bunk beds, a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV and a shared bathroom with a shower. Bed linen is included, and there's also a balcony with city views. The 19 m² room offers one individual bed in a shared space with six beds.

Facilities include free WiFi, a shared kitchen, a shared lounge, a terrace and luggage storage. The kitchen has appliances and utensils for preparing meals, and the accommodation also has a washing machine. Artium is 300 m away and the Basque Parliament is a 9-minute walk away. It's a practical option for exploring Vitoria's historic centre on foot and visiting its museums, squares and monumental buildings.

El Albergue de la Catedral
★ 7.6 · Good · 397 reviews

Plan your stay at El Albergue de la Catedral

Hostel in Vitoria with a shared dormitory, balcony with city views, shared kitchen and Santa María Cathedral 50 m away.

Room types

The accommodation offers one type of stay: an individual bed in a shared dormitory with six beds. The room measures 19 m² and has bunk beds, a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV and a balcony with city views. The bathroom, which has a shower, is shared; bed linen is included, while towels are available for an additional fee.

The space combines shared sleeping arrangements with practical details for a city stay, such as views of places of interest and a coffee machine. The shared kitchen is equipped with a microwave, fridge, dishwasher, toaster, hob and utensils; there's also a washing machine and tumble dryer. This arrangement suits solo travellers who don't need a private bathroom. The bed is for one person, but the dormitory has six beds, so both the sleeping space and bathroom are shared.

Single Bed in 6-Bed Shared Dormitory — El Albergue de la Catedral
Single Bed in 6-Bed Shared Dormitory
19 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Balcony
  • City view

Measuring 19 m², this option offers an individual bed in a bunk bed in a shared dormitory with six beds. The balcony has views of the city and local landmarks; the bathroom with a shower is shared. Bed linen is included and towels are available for an additional fee.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to visit the medieval quarter: Santa María Cathedral is 50 m away.
  • you're travelling alone and are happy with an individual bed in a shared dormitory with six beds.
  • you need free WiFi throughout the accommodation.
  • you prefer access to a shared kitchen with a microwave, fridge, dishwasher and utensils.
  • you need a lift and spaces adapted for guests with reduced mobility.

Maybe not, if...

  • you need on-site parking: there is no parking.
  • you prefer a private bathroom; the dormitory has a shared bathroom with a shower.
  • you're looking for a private room: this option is a bed in a shared dormitory with six beds.
  • you want towels to be included; they cost extra, although bed linen is included.

Hotel facilities & services

The hostel has shared spaces and useful facilities for a city stay. Free WiFi, a flat-screen TV, a computer and internet access are available, as well as a shared lounge with a TV area. Outside, the outdoor furniture and dining area are complemented by a patio, balcony and sun terrace, offering places to take a break between visits.

The shared kitchen can be used alongside the washing machine and has facilities for preparing meals. There are also lockers and luggage storage, as well as a lift and features adapted for guests with reduced mobility. The rooms are family rooms and non-smoking; shared areas include indoor play spaces and board games. A kettle and coffee machine are also available for preparing a drink.

Great for your stay

  • Free WiFi
  • Balcony
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Washing machine
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Views
  • Kitchen
  • Terrace

General facilities

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games / puzzles
  • Laundry
  • Shared TV lounge
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible

Food & drink

  • Tea/coffee maker

Media & technology

  • Computer
  • Flat-screen TV
  • DVD player
  • TV
  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels/linen (additional charge)
  • Toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Bed linen
  • Wardrobe
  • Inner courtyard view
  • City view
  • Landmark view
  • Shared kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave

Location & what to see

El Albergue de la Catedral is at Calle Cuchillería, 87, in Vitoria's medieval quarter. Santa María Cathedral is 50 m away and the Church of Santa María is 30 m away. The area makes it easy to explore the historic centre's streets and visit heritage buildings, museums and restaurants: Dazz, Restaurante Querida María and Etxe Zahara are 50 m away. Bibat Museum is 130 m away and includes collections dedicated to archaeology and playing cards.

For travel connections, Vitoria-Gasteiz railway station is 1 km away, while Jundiz station is 5 km away. Vitoria Airport is 5 km away; Logroño–Agoncillo Airport is 51 km away and Bilbao Airport is 52 km away. Artium, the Basque Museum-Centre of Contemporary Art, is 300 m away. The Basque Parliament is a 9-minute walk away, and the Europa Conference and Exhibition Centre is one of the city's points of interest.

For a visit to the museums, Fournier Playing Card Museum is 110 m away and Bibat Museum is 130 m away. Teresa Sánchez de Bilbao Park is 160 m away; Galeon Park is 2.1 km away and Mount Olárizu is 3.9 km away. If you want to venture beyond the centre, Aizkorri-Aratz Natural Park is 15 km away. In August, the Virgen Blanca festivities, held from the 4th to the 9th, offer a chance to experience local celebrations; at other times of year, the old town and its museums make it easy to plan cultural walks.

Church of Santa María — Historic church next to Vitoria's medieval quarter. 30 m
Fournier Naipe Museoa — Collection dedicated to the history and production of playing cards. 110 m
Tower of the Hurtado de Anda — Medieval tower retaining features of local defensive architecture. 110 m
Teresa Sánchez de Bilbao Park — Small green space where you can take a break during a city walk. 160 m
Artium (Basque Museum-Centre of Contemporary Art) — Contemporary art museum with exhibitions and cultural activities. 300 m
Vitoria-Gasteiz Railway Station — Main railway station for travel to and from Vitoria. 1 km

What guests say about El Albergue de la Catedral

7.6
Good · 397 reviews
Staff
8.5
Comfort
7.6
Location
9.0
Cleanliness
8.1
Facilities
7.4
Value for money
8.1
Free Wi-Fi
7.5

Guests particularly appreciate the proximity to the old town's heritage sites and the staff's service. Cleanliness also receives favourable comments. Facilities, comfort and WiFi receive more moderate ratings, so the accommodation stands out mainly for its central location and service.

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