Pension-Albergue Don Alvaro
Sarria · Galicia · 2 Stars

Pension-Albergue Don Alvaro

Two-star hostel in Sarria, next to the Fortress, with a garden, terrace, family rooms and options for guests exploring the area on foot or by bicycle.

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8.9 Score
607 Reviews
2★ Stars
12:00 Check-in
Area Sarria
Nearby Fortress of Sarria · 100 m
Parking Free
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 12:00

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Pension-Albergue Don Alvaro

Pension-Albergue Don Alvaro is a 2-star hostel in Sarria, 100 m from the Fortress of Sarria, with a garden and terrace. Its communal areas include a shared lounge and a kitchen, while the water park and hiking and cycling options give you ways to spend your free time.

The accommodation includes family and quadruple rooms with private bathrooms, a bed in a shared room, and double and single options. Depending on your stay, you may find a kitchen, coffee machine, patio or terrace, and views of the mountains, garden or city; some rooms have a bath and others a shower. The family room configurations sleep up to five people, and there is a quadruple room adapted for guests with disabilities.

The address on Calle Mayor is close to the main sights in the town centre: the Fortress is 100 m away and Igrexa de San Salvador de Sarria is 60 m away. The train station is 800 m away and the bus station is 660 m away. It is a convenient base for exploring Sarria and its paths and surroundings.

Pension-Albergue Don Alvaro
★ 8.9 · Fabulous · 607 reviews

Plan your stay at Pension-Albergue Don Alvaro

Two-star hostel in Sarria, next to the Fortress, with a garden, terrace, family rooms and options for guests exploring the area on foot or by bicycle.

Room types

The accommodation options include family and quadruple rooms, double and single options, and a bed in a shared room. Private rooms have their own bathroom; most family options include a kitchen, and several room types have a coffee machine, patio or terrace. Depending on the room you choose, the views may look out over the mountains, garden, city or a place of interest.

The family rooms offer different capacities, with options for up to three, four and five people, and single beds. Some have a bath and others a shower, and one quadruple room is adapted for guests with disabilities. The bed in a shared room is an option for solo travellers. There are also double rooms with two single beds and an option with a large double bed; these rooms stand out for their soundproofing and seating area. Room sizes range from 16 to 73 m², with different layouts and facilities.

Quadruple Room with Private Bathroom — Pension-Albergue Don Alvaro
Quadruple Room with Private Bathroom
28 m²

  • 4 Single beds
  • Max 4 guests
  • Kitchen
  • Terrace

At 28 m², this quadruple room sleeps four people and has four single beds and a private bathroom. The equipped kitchen, washing machine and terrace with mountain views make it a self-contained option for families or small groups. It also includes a coffee machine and barbecue.

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Superior Family Room — Pension-Albergue Don Alvaro
Superior Family Room
28 m²

  • 4 Single beds
  • Max 4 guests
  • Garden view
  • Kitchen

This version of the Superior Family Room is 28 m², has four single beds and sleeps four guests. The terrace overlooks the garden, and the room has an equipped kitchen, washing machine and private bathroom with a walk-in shower. The fireplace is a distinctive feature for relaxing after a day outdoors.

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Quadruple Room Adapted for Guests with Disabilities — Pension-Albergue Don Alvaro
Quadruple Room Adapted for Guests with Disabilities
28 m²

  • 4 Single beds
  • Max 4 guests
  • Adapted for guests with disabilities
  • Garden view

This 28 m² quadruple room is adapted for guests with disabilities and sleeps up to four guests, with four single beds. It has a private bathroom, kitchen, terrace and garden views. The washing machine and equipped kitchen area offer independence during family or group stays.

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Superior Family Room — Pension-Albergue Don Alvaro
Superior Family Room
28 m²

  • 4 Single beds
  • Max 3 guests
  • Bath
  • Garden view

This second Superior Family Room is 28 m² and sleeps up to three people. It has four single beds, a kitchen and a terrace with garden views, but differs in having a bath in the private bathroom. The washing machine and coffee machine complete a room designed for families to share.

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Family Room with Private Bathroom — Pension-Albergue Don Alvaro
Family Room with Private Bathroom
21 m²

  • 3 Single beds
  • Max 3 guests
  • Bath
  • Kitchen

At 21.2 m², this family room has three single beds and sleeps three people. Its equipped kitchen, terrace with garden views and private bathroom with a bath set it apart from the larger family options. It includes a washing machine, microwave and kitchenware for preparing meals during your stay.

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Single Bed in a Shared Room — Pension-Albergue Don Alvaro
Single Bed in a Shared Room
73 m²

  • 1 Single bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Shared room
  • Kitchen

The single-bed option is in a 73 m² shared room and is designed for one person. It has a private bathroom and a kitchenette with a hob, fridge, microwave and kitchenware. The terrace, views of the garden and mountains, and dining area complete this option for solo travellers.

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Family Room — Pension-Albergue Don Alvaro
Family Room
43 m²

  • 5 Single beds
  • Max 5 guests
  • Garden view
  • Terrace

This is the largest family room: 43 m², five single beds and space for up to five guests. It has a private bathroom, equipped kitchen and terrace with garden views. The washing machine, dining table and barbecue provide extra amenities for a group stay.

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Double Room with Private Bathroom — Pension-Albergue Don Alvaro
Double Room with Private Bathroom
20 m²

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Soundproofing
  • Seating area

This 20 m² double room sleeps two people and offers two single beds, a private bathroom and a terrace with mountain views. The soundproofing and seating area set it apart from the family rooms. It also has a private entrance, desk and coffee machine.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to explore Sarria on foot: the Fortress is 100 m away and Igrexa de San Salvador de Sarria is 60 m away
  • you're travelling with family or a group: there are rooms for four and five people, with single beds
  • you prefer to cook during your stay: several rooms have a kitchen and there is also a shared kitchen
  • you're looking for an option for solo travel: you can book a single bed in a shared room
  • you'd like to combine walks with outdoor activities: the hostel offers hiking and cycling options

Maybe not, if...

  • you need private parking inside the building: free parking is public and available nearby
  • you plan to arrive after 22:00: check-in ends at that time, and you need to let the property know your expected arrival time in advance
  • you want breakfast to be included in the rate
  • you prefer to avoid shared spaces: the hostel has a shared kitchen and lounge

Hotel facilities & services

The communal areas bring together indoor and outdoor spaces where you can take a break between sightseeing or stages of your journey. There is a garden, patio, terrace and sun terrace, as well as a picnic area and outdoor dining area. The barbecue adds to the ways you can use these spaces, and the shared lounge offers a place to relax.

The hostel has a snack bar and serves fruit. Activities available include hiking, cycling, canoeing and fishing; there is also a tennis court and a golf course within 3 km. Leisure activities include walking and cycling tours, movie nights and live sports events. Free public parking is available nearby and does not need to be reserved. Wi-Fi is free throughout the property. Paid airport transfers and facilities adapted for guests with reduced mobility are also available.

Great for your stay

  • Free parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Washing machine
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Views

General facilities

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Water park
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
  • Tennis court

Parking

  • Parking for guests with reduced mobility

Food & drink

  • Fruit
  • Snack bar

Media & technology

  • Radio
  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
  • Bed linen
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • View
  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Tumble dryer
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave

Location & what to see

Pension-Albergue Don Alvaro is on Calle Mayor, in the town centre of Sarria. The Fortress of Sarria is 100 m away and Igrexa de San Salvador de Sarria is 60 m away. A few minutes' walk away, you'll find Miradoiro do Cárcere, 90 m away, and A Horta do Batallón, 130 m away. The area combines the town's streets, historic sights and everyday amenities; Mesón o Tapas is 10 m away and Matías Locanda Italiana is 30 m away.

Sarria train station is 800 m away and Estación de Autobuses de Sarria is 660 m away, so you can reach the centre by public transport and continue on foot. A Coruña Airport is 119 km away. For shopping or exploring other parts of the municipality, Praza de Abastos is 410 m away and Parque do Chanto is 600 m away. A Ponte da Áspera, a historic bridge, is 590 m away; Museo Etnográfico do Pan Pallares is 600 m away.

Sarria is known as a common starting point for those walking the final stretch of the French Way to Santiago de Compostela. From the hostel, you can walk to Torre do Batallón, 150 m away, and Igrexa de Santa Mariña de Sarria, 210 m away. Spring and autumn are usually pleasant seasons for walking; in summer, plan outdoor stages to avoid the hottest hours. Cycling routes and walks around Sarria let you combine the Camino with visits to the town and its green spaces.

Fortress of Sarria — Remains of the medieval fortress, very close to Calle Mayor. 100 m
Miradoiro do Cárcere — Urban viewpoint for looking out over the rooftops and surroundings of Sarria. 90 m
Torre do Batallón — Historic remains linked to the town's fortified past. 150 m
Praza de Abastos — Local market where you can find local produce and observe everyday life. 410 m
A Ponte da Áspera — Historic stone bridge on a stretch of the Camino de Santiago. 590 m
Museo Etnográfico do Pan Pallares — A place dedicated to the local breadmaking tradition and culture. 600 m

What guests say about Pension-Albergue Don Alvaro

8.9
Fabulous · 607 reviews
Staff
9.3
Comfort
9.1
Location
9.5
Cleanliness
9.1
Facilities
8.8
Value for money
9.0
Free Wi-Fi
9.5

Guests particularly value the staff, internet connection and proximity to Sarria's main sights. Cleanliness and comfort also receive favourable comments, along with the value for money offered by the hostel's services.

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