Hostal Santa Cruz
Santiago de Compostela · Galicia

Hostal Santa Cruz

Guest house in Santiago de Compostela, with private rooms and beds in a shared dormitory, free WiFi and the historic centre a few minutes’ walk away.

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6.9 Score
1.962 Reviews
13:30 Check-in
Nearby Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela · 210 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 13:30

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Hostal Santa Cruz

Hostal Santa Cruz is a guest house in the old town of Santiago de Compostela, 210 m from the Cathedral, with private rooms and beds in a shared dormitory. From Rúa do Vilar, you can explore the historic streets on foot and reach several central squares.

The accommodation offers double rooms with one double bed, double rooms with two single beds, a triple room and single beds in a four-bed mixed dormitory. The rooms have shared bathrooms; some have views, soundproofing and a coffee machine. There are also options with a microwave, heating and a TV with streaming services. WiFi is free throughout the property.

The guest house has lockers, luggage storage and a tour desk, as well as family rooms and non-smoking rooms. Private check-in and check-out are available, and the rooms have heating and soundproofing. The Cathedral is 210 m away, Mercado de Abastos is 320 m away and Parque da Alameda is 330 m away. The train and bus stations are 950 m away; Santiago de Compostela Airport is 9 km away.

Hostal Santa Cruz
★ 6.9 · · 1.962 reviews

Plan your stay at Hostal Santa Cruz

Guest house in Santiago de Compostela, with private rooms and beds in a shared dormitory, free WiFi and the historic centre a few minutes’ walk away.

Room types

Hostal Santa Cruz offers several ways to stay in the historic centre: double rooms with one double bed, double rooms with two single beds and a triple room with three single beds. There are also individual beds in a four-bed mixed dormitory, an option for solo travellers. Maximum occupancy varies from one to three people, depending on the room type.

The rooms have shared bathrooms. Double room options include views, soundproofing, a coffee machine and a TV with streaming services; one of them also has a microwave. The bed in the shared dormitory also comes with a coffee machine and microwave, as well as an electric kettle and heating. The accommodation thus combines private rooms with a shared option, with no floor areas specified for these stays. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

Double Room

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Views
  • Soundproofing

This private room for two combines a double bed with views. It has soundproofed walls and a coffee and tea maker for preparing a drink in your room. The bathroom is shared and includes a hairdryer; there is also a TV with streaming services, heating and a desk.

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Double Room - 2 Beds

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Views
  • Soundproofing

The double room with two single beds lets you stay separately without moving to a shared dormitory. It has views, soundproofed walls and a coffee machine, as well as a TV with streaming services and heating. The shared bathroom includes a hairdryer, and the room also has a microwave.

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Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

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

This individual bed is a bunk bed in a four-bed mixed dormitory. Features include views, soundproofing and a coffee machine; there is also a microwave and an electric kettle. Heating completes the facilities in this shared option, designed for guests who prefer to book a bed rather than a private room.

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Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Shared bathroom

This option provides one person with a bunk bed in a four-bed mixed dormitory. Its shared format sets it apart from the double and triple rooms, which are booked as private rooms. The bathroom is shared, as is the use of the dormitory.

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Triple Room

  • 3 Single beds
  • Max 3 guests
  • Shared bathroom

The triple room accommodates three people and has three single beds, a different arrangement from the double room options and the dormitory bed. The bathroom is shared. Its layout lets three people stay together without double beds or a shared dormitory.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to explore the old town on foot: Santiago de Compostela Cathedral is 210 m away.
  • you want free connectivity during your stay: free WiFi is available throughout the property.
  • you’re travelling as a couple and prefer a private room with a double bed or two single beds.
  • you’re travelling alone and are happy to book a bed in a four-bed mixed dormitory.
  • you find it useful to have lockers, luggage storage and tourist information.

Maybe not, if...

  • you need a private bathroom: the rooms have shared bathrooms.
  • you’re arriving by car and need on-site parking: there is no parking.
  • you plan to arrive after 21:00: check-in ends at that time.
  • you prefer all options to be private rooms: beds are also available in a shared mixed dormitory.

Hotel facilities & services

The services at Hostal Santa Cruz are designed to make your stay in central Santiago practical. There is free WiFi, lockers and luggage storage, as well as a tour desk for guests who want to plan visits around the city. Private check-in and check-out are available, and the accommodation has family rooms and non-smoking rooms.

The rooms have heating and soundproofing, two particularly practical features for resting after exploring the old town. The bathroom is shared. General facilities also include a no-smoking policy throughout the property and security cameras in the communal areas. Internet access is also listed among the media and technology services. Overall, the accommodation combines practical services for travellers, shared spaces with lockers and different room options, from private rooms to beds in a mixed dormitory.

Great for your stay

  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tour desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Lockers

General facilities

  • Lockers
  • Private check-in / check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Security cameras in communal areas
  • No smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Media & technology

  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Shared bathroom

Location & what to see

Hostal Santa Cruz is on Rúa do Vilar, in the old town of Santiago de Compostela and about 300 m from the city centre. This street makes it easy to explore the historic layout on foot, with squares, religious buildings and museums nearby. Santiago de Compostela Cathedral is 210 m away; Plaza del Toural is 100 m away and Plaza de Platerías is 150 m away. You can also visit Palacio de Fonseca, 100 m away, or Palacio de Rajoy, 200 m away.

For a cultural visit, the Museum of Pilgrimages and Santiago is 160 m away and Mercado de Abastos de Santiago is 320 m away. Parque da Alameda is 330 m away, an option for strolling through gardens and relaxing after visiting the centre. The train and bus stations are both 950 m away. Santiago de Compostela Airport is 9 km away; A Coruña and Vigo airports are 47 km and 70 km away, respectively. The property does not have parking.

The old town is well suited to exploring on foot: you can spend time at the Cathedral, Plaza de Platerías and Plaza de la Quintana, and among the surrounding monumental streets. Mercado de Abastos offers another stop in the centre, while Alameda provides a green space nearby. Santiago welcomes visitors throughout the year, including pilgrims and travellers interested in its heritage; in July, the Feast of St James the Apostle provides another reason to explore the city. For longer journeys, the nearby stations make it easy to continue by train or bus.

Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela — The city’s main church and an emblematic destination on the Camino de Santiago. 210 m
Museum of Pilgrimages and Santiago — Collections devoted to the history of pilgrimages and the city. 160 m
Santiago Food Market — A central market for discovering local produce and the area’s commercial atmosphere. 320 m
Parque da Alameda — An urban park with gardens and paths for a leisurely stroll. 330 m
Palacio de Fonseca — Historic building associated with the former University of Santiago de Compostela. 100 m
Plaza del Toural — Historic square surrounded by streets and buildings in the old town. 100 m

What guests say about Hostal Santa Cruz

6.9
· 1.962 reviews
Staff
7.5
Comfort
7.2
Location
9.2
Cleanliness
7.3
Facilities
6.8
Value for money
7.1
Free Wi-Fi
8.7

Guests particularly value the proximity to the main historic sights and the WiFi connection. Opinions are more moderate about the facilities, cleanliness and comfort, so the guest house’s main appeal is being able to explore the centre on foot.

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