El Refugi
Arboli · Catalonia

El Refugi

Hostel in Arboli with a shared room, equipped kitchen, balcony with city and mountain views, restaurant and nearby hiking trails.

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8.3 Score
205 Reviews
15:00 Check-in
Area Arboli
Nearby Sant Andreu · 50 m
Parking Free
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 15:00
Pets Allowed

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El Refugi

El Refugi is a hostel in Arboli with a 70 m² shared room, a balcony and city and mountain views. It suits those exploring the area who prefer simple accommodation with an equipped kitchen and shared spaces. The room has a bunk bed and a shared bathroom with a shower; this setup is practical for travellers planning their days around walks and visits.

The kitchen includes a fridge, microwave, toaster, kettle and kitchenware, while the balcony and seating area complete the space. The hostel offers a restaurant, bar, shared lounge and free WiFi. Pets are also allowed free of charge on request, and free public parking is available nearby without a reservation.

At Carrer Major, 16, the accommodation is close to the church of Sant Andreu and the Ermita de Sant Pau. The area around Arboli has trails, viewpoints and natural sites such as Els Avenquets d'Arboli, Toll de la Cinteta and several waterfalls. Castell de Siurana and Balcó de la Vall offer other options for exploring the surroundings on foot.

El Refugi
★ 8.3 · Very good · 205 reviews

Plan your stay at El Refugi

Hostel in Arboli with a shared room, equipped kitchen, balcony with city and mountain views, restaurant and nearby hiking trails.

Room types

El Refugi offers a 70 m² shared room called Single Bed in Shared Room. Its layout combines a bunk bed with a kitchen area and a balcony overlooking the town and mountains. The bathroom is shared and has a shower; there is also a toilet, desk and seating area where you can relax between outings.

The kitchen equipment includes a fridge, microwave, toaster, electric kettle and kitchenware, as well as a table and dining area. Bed linen is provided, while towels and sheets may incur an additional charge. The upper floors are accessible by lift. This setup combines shared accommodation with practical spaces for preparing something simple and storing food, while the balcony and views are a distinctive feature of the stay.

Single Bed in Shared Room — El Refugi
Single Bed in Shared Room
70 m²

  • 1 bunk bed
  • Max 16 guests
  • Kitchenette
  • Balcony

At 70 m², the Single Bed in Shared Room has a kitchen area, balcony and views of the town and mountains. The space includes a fridge, microwave, toaster and kettle, as well as a seating area and desk. The bunk bed and shared bathroom define a stay designed for sharing.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to go hiking: Arboli and its surroundings offer trails, viewpoints and waterfalls.
  • you want to prepare simple meals: the room has a fridge, microwave, toaster and kettle.
  • you want views of the town and mountains from a balcony.
  • you are travelling with a pet: pets are allowed free of charge on request.
  • you like having a restaurant, bar and free WiFi at the accommodation.

Maybe not, if...

  • you need a private bathroom: the room's bathroom is shared.
  • you will arrive after 21:00: check-in ends at that time.
  • you want reserved parking: the free parking is public and cannot be reserved.
  • you are planning a stag or hen party or celebration: these types of events are not allowed.

Hotel facilities & services

El Refugi offers free WiFi and allows pets on request, at no extra charge. Free public parking is available nearby; it cannot be reserved.

For dining, the property has a restaurant, bar and café, as well as tea and coffee-making facilities and wine or champagne. There is a shared lounge with a television, a lift, a private entrance, lockers and a laundry service. Other facilities include family rooms and non-smoking rooms, an indoor play area and board games.

You can go hiking nearby, and packed lunches are also available. The building has access to the executive lounge and is accessible to people with hearing impairments.

Great for your stay

  • Parking
  • Free parking
  • Pets allowed
  • Free WiFi
  • Balcony
  • Views
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Kitchenette
  • Family rooms

General facilities

  • Balcony
  • Hiking
  • Lockers
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games / puzzles
  • Laundry service
  • Shared TV lounge
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Executive lounge access
  • Private entrance
  • Packed lunches
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Accessible to people with hearing impairments

Parking

  • Street parking

Food & drink

  • On-site café
  • Wine / champagne
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/coffee maker

Media & technology

  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Towels/sheets (additional charge)
  • Toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Bed linen
  • City views
  • Mountain views
  • Toaster
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Fridge
  • Kitchenette
  • Sofa
  • Seating area

Location & what to see

El Refugi is at Carrer Major, 16, in Arboli, a mountain village in inland Tarragona. The church of Sant Andreu is 50 m away and the Ermita de Sant Pau is 290 m away; you can walk to both from the accommodation. The centre of Arbolí is 60 m away. The trail to Els Avenquets d'Arboli starts 500 m away, and Puig de l'Hermano is 870 m away. These paths let you explore the nearby landscape without travelling far from the village.

Reus Airport is 19 km away and Lleida-Alguaire Airport is 62 km away. Les Borges del Camp railway station is 10 km away; Desaigües - l'Argentera station is 11 km away. Castell de Siurana is 2.1 km away, as is the Balcó de la Vall viewpoint. These distances can help you plan your arrival from the airports or towns with railway stations.

For an excursion, Toll de la Cinteta is 2 km away and Trona is 2.1 km away. Salt de la Reina Mora is another viewpoint 2.1 km away; the waterfalls el Gorguet, el Gorg and Gorg del Mas dels Frares are 3 km away. The nearby hamlet of Gallicant is 1.6 km away. The trails and viewpoints offer walks of varying lengths, while Castell de Siurana adds a historic site to your outings in the area.

Sant Andreu — Church in the town centre, suitable for a short walk and visit. 50 m
Hermitage of Sant Pau — Small nearby hermitage, part of a walk around the village. 290 m
Puig de l'Hermano — Nearby summit for those looking for a route through mountainous terrain. 870 m
Castle of Siurana — Historic site with views over the area's rocky landscape. 2,1 km
Balcó de la Vall — Viewpoint overlooking the nearby terrain and valleys. 2,1 km
el Gorguet — Waterfall in the area, accessible as a destination for a walk. 3,0 km

What guests say about El Refugi

8.3
Very good · 205 reviews
Staff
8.9
Comfort
8.5
Location
9.0
Cleanliness
8.5
Facilities
8.3
Value for money
8.7
Free Wi-Fi
9.4

Guests are especially positive about the WiFi, and the staff also stand out. They appreciate the cleanliness and comfort, and consider the value for money balanced against the facilities. Overall, the reviews reflect a good reception for a simple stay in Arboli.

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