Hotel Altaïr
Santiago de Compostela · Galicia · 3 Stars

Hotel Altaïr

Three-star hotel in Santiago de Compostela, with Wabi-Sabi décor, à la carte breakfast and soundproofed rooms in the historic centre.

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9.3 Score
575 Reviews
3★ Stars
15:00 Check-in
Nearby Pilgrimage Museum · 200 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 15:00

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Hotel Altaïr

Hotel Altaïr is a 3-star hotel in Santiago de Compostela, in the historic centre and a five-minute walk from the cathedral. Its décor is inspired by the Japanese Wabi-Sabi philosophy and combines traditional elements with a modern style.

The rooms feature air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, a safe and a private bathroom with a hairdryer. Some offer views of the old town; there is also a superior room with a seating area and a single room with a bathtub. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. For dining, the hotel has a café and bar, and serves a continental à la carte breakfast featuring local products, which is also available in your room.

The accommodation is in a quiet area of the old town. San Martín Pinario Monastery is a five-minute walk away, and Plaza del Obradoiro is 450 m away. Public parking is available nearby at a cost of €17 per day.

Hotel Altaïr
★ 9.3 · Wonderful · 575 reviews

Plan your stay at Hotel Altaïr

Three-star hotel in Santiago de Compostela, with Wabi-Sabi décor, à la carte breakfast and soundproofed rooms in the historic centre.

Room types

Hotel Altaïr offers three room types, with options for one or two people. The Double Room - 1 or 2 Beds is 15 m² and overlooks the old town; its main configuration has two single beds. The Superior Double Room, at 20 m², has a seating area, while the Single Room is 13 m² and includes a bathtub.

All rooms have a private bathroom, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. Soundproofing, a safe and a desk are among the other amenities. You will also find toiletries, towels and a hairdryer. The differences between the room types let you choose between a room with views of the old town, a room with a sofa or a single room with a bathtub. The décor combines modern and traditional elements, in keeping with the hotel's Wabi-Sabi inspiration.

Double Room - 1 or 2 Beds — Hotel Altaïr
Double Room - 1 or 2 Beds
15 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds or 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Views of the old town
  • Soundproofing

At 15 m² and accommodating two people, the Double Room - 1 or 2 Beds offers views of the old town, a feature that complements its modern décor. It has a private bathroom and air conditioning; its main configuration has two single beds. Soundproofing completes the room.

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Superior Double Room — Hotel Altaïr
Superior Double Room
20 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Seating area
  • Sofa

The Superior Double Room offers 20 m² for two guests and includes a seating area with a sofa. It also has a private bathroom, air conditioning and soundproofing; its main configuration includes a double bed. The extra space lets you separate the sleeping area from the space for relaxing.

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Single Room — Hotel Altaïr
Single Room
13 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

The Single Room is 13 m² and is designed for one person. Its distinguishing feature is the bathtub, alongside air conditioning and a private bathroom; despite the room type's name, it has a double bed. The décor combines modern and traditional elements, and the room is soundproofed.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to explore the historic centre on foot: the cathedral is five minutes away and Plaza del Obradoiro is 450 m away
  • you like décor inspired by the Japanese Wabi-Sabi philosophy
  • you need free Wi-Fi throughout the property
  • you are travelling alone: there is a Single Room for one person
  • you are looking for a continental à la carte breakfast featuring local products

Maybe not, if...

  • you need free or private parking at the hotel: the nearby parking is public and paid
  • you are travelling with three people and need to stay in the same room: the double rooms accommodate two
  • you want breakfast included in the rate: it is available à la carte, but is not included
  • you need a seating area in every room: this feature is available in the Superior Double Room

Hotel facilities & services

The hotel offers a 24-hour reception, room service and daily housekeeping. It also has luggage storage, a safe, a wake-up service and tourist information. For those who need to work or take care of business, fax and photocopying facilities are available. The building has a lift, heating and air conditioning, as well as non-smoking areas.

The café and bar are part of the dining options; you can order breakfast in your room, and fruit and wine or champagne are also available. The property serves a continental à la carte breakfast featuring local products. Wellness services include massages, including neck, back, hand, foot and full-body massages. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel. The public parking is nearby and costs €17 per day; no reservation is needed.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Tourist information
  • Neck massage
  • Massage

General facilities

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
  • Wake-up service
  • Fax / photocopying
  • Tourist information
  • 24-hour reception
  • Room service
  • Safe
  • Air conditioning
  • No smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Lift
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Massage

Parking

  • Parking

Food & drink

  • Café on site
  • Fruit
  • Wine / champagne
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bed linen
  • Wardrobe
  • Refrigerator
  • Socket near the bed
  • Desk

Location & what to see

Hotel Altaïr is at Loureiros, 12, in the historic centre of Santiago de Compostela. In the nearby streets, you will find Capela de San Roque, 100 m away according to nearby points of interest, and Convento de Santa Clara, 150 m away. Museo de las Peregrinaciones is 200 m away. You can explore the area on foot, among squares, religious buildings and museums, with restaurants such as Hervor & Fervor 30 m away and Garum 40 m away.

Plaza del Obradoiro is 450 m away and Plaza de Platerías is 400 m away; the cathedral is a five-minute walk away. Centro Galego de Arte Contemporánea is 280 m away and Museo do Pobo Galego is 320 m away. For longer journeys, Santiago de Compostela bus station is 1.5 km away and the train station is 1.6 km away. Santiago de Compostela Airport is 9 km away.

You can spend one day visiting the cathedral and the old town squares, and another exploring nearby museums and gardens. Parque de Belvís is 800 m away and Parque de la Alameda is 950 m away. Casa de la Troya and Museo do Pobo Galego offer insights into different aspects of local history. There are also cafés and restaurants within walking distance of the hotel, such as Cafetería Belke, 50 m away.

Pilgrimage Museum — Museum dedicated to the history of pilgrimages and the Camino. 200 m
Plaza del Obradoiro — Large monumental square beside Santiago Cathedral. 450 m
Galician Centre of Contemporary Art — Cultural centre with exhibitions of Galician and international contemporary art. 280 m
Museo do Pobo Galego — Museum about the culture, traditions and history of Galicia. 320 m
Belvís Park — Urban green space for walks near the historic centre. 800 m
Santiago de Compostela Station — Railway station with connections to other destinations in Galicia and Spain. 1,6 km

What guests say about Hotel Altaïr

9.3
Wonderful · 575 reviews
Staff
9.8
Comfort
9.6
Location
9.7
Cleanliness
9.6
Facilities
9.3
Value for money
9.2
Free Wi-Fi
8.5

Guests especially appreciate the staff, cleanliness and comfort of the rooms. They also highlight the beds and the proximity to the main sights in the historic centre. The ratings reflect a consistently positive experience across the hotel's different areas.

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