Roots and Boots
Lugo · Galicia

Roots and Boots

Hostel in Lugo with shared dormitories and a double room, private bathrooms, free Wi-Fi, à la carte breakfast, and parks and monuments within easy reach.

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5.8 Score
182 Reviews
15:00 Check-in
Area Lugo
Nearby Roman Walls of Lugo · 750 m
Parking Free
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 15:00
Pets Allowed

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Roots and Boots

Roots and Boots is a hostel in Lugo, 750 m from the Roman Walls of Lugo, with a private bathroom in every room. It offers beds in mixed shared dormitories with six or eight beds, as well as a 25 m² double room. The double room has a balcony with river views; the 40 m² eight-bed dormitory also has a balcony. It is a straightforward option if you want to stay close to the city's historic heritage.

The property has a shared lounge with a TV area, a shared kitchen, a bar, and free Wi-Fi throughout. À la carte breakfast is also available. Free public parking is available nearby, with no reservation needed, and pets are allowed on request, with possible surcharges. The rooms are non-smoking, and some are soundproofed; smoking is not permitted anywhere on the property. Lugo train station is 1.7 km away, while the Cathedral of Santa María de Lugo is 870 m away. Stag or hen parties and similar events are not allowed.

Roots and Boots
★ 5.8 · · 182 reviews

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Hostel in Lugo with shared dormitories and a double room, private bathrooms, free Wi-Fi, à la carte breakfast, and parks and monuments within easy reach.

Room types

Roots and Boots offers three options: beds in mixed shared dormitories with six or eight beds, as well as a double room. All rooms have a private bathroom with a shower, so the shared dormitories also have their own bathroom facilities. The eight-bed option is in a 40 m² room; the double room measures 25 m² and has a double bed.

The double room also has a balcony with river views, while the eight-bed shared dormitory has a balcony too. Practical features include an electric kettle, microwave, and dining area; the double room also has a desk and clothes rack. The six-bed dormitory is another shared option, with a bunk bed and private bathroom. You can choose between sharing a dormitory or having a double room, with clear differences in space, layout, and views.

Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
40 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 8 guests
  • Balcony
  • Private bathroom

The bed is in a mixed eight-bed dormitory measuring 40 m², with a balcony and a private bathroom. The bunk-bed layout and dining area, together with the electric kettle and microwave, provide practical amenities for a shared stay.

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Double Room
25 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Balcony
  • River view

Measuring 25 m², this double room combines a balcony with river views and a private bathroom with a shower. The dining area and electric kettle let you make a drink or eat in the room; it also has a desk and clothes rack, features that distinguish it from the shared dormitories.

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Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Private bathroom

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 6 guests
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower

This bed is in a mixed six-bed dormitory, an alternative to the hostel's eight-bed dormitory. The room has a private bathroom and a bunk bed. Its layout gives you the option of a smaller shared dormitory, with access to the same bathroom facilities.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to visit the Roman Walls of Lugo, 750 m away.
  • you prefer to choose between a bed in a mixed shared dormitory and a double room.
  • having a private bathroom in every room is useful to you.
  • you are travelling with a pet: pets are allowed on request and surcharges may apply.
  • you are looking for free Wi-Fi throughout the property and free public parking nearby.

Maybe not, if...

  • you need private parking on the property: the free parking is public and nearby.
  • you arrive after 22:00: check-in ends at that time.
  • you want to travel with a pet without requesting permission or without possible surcharges.
  • you want to hold a stag or hen party or a similar event: these are not allowed at the property.

Hotel facilities & services

The hostel has several shared spaces where you can spend time indoors: a communal lounge with a TV area and board games or puzzles, as well as a shared kitchen. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property, and there is also a bar. If you arrive by car, free parking is available; pets are allowed on request and surcharges may apply.

The rooms have a private bathroom, toilet, and shower, and everyday essentials include toilet paper and towels. Smoking is prohibited throughout the property, which also has soundproofed rooms. The combination of shared spaces, a kitchen, and dormitories with private bathrooms is practical whether you are staying in a shared room or choosing the double room.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Free parking
  • Parking
  • Pets allowed
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Shower
  • Bar

General facilities

  • Shared TV lounge
  • Board games / puzzles
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Soundproofed rooms

Parking

  • Parking

Food & drink

  • Bar

Media & technology

  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
  • Shared kitchen

Location & what to see

Roots and Boots is at Rúa Santiago 216, in Lugo, close to several green spaces: Jardines de Marcos Cela and Paseo do Miño are 350 m away, Parque da Lembranza is 450 m away, and Parque de Rosalía de Castro is 500 m away. The Roman Walls of Lugo are 750 m away; Puerta de Santiago is 770 m away, and the Cathedral of Santa María de Lugo is 870 m away. The city preserves a Roman walled enclosure that is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Lugo train station is 1.7 km away; Rábade station is 14 km away. For air travel, Santiago de Compostela Airport is 70 km away and A Coruña Airport is 73 km away. Parque del Miño is 1.2 km away, and Playa Fluvial de Chamoso is 11 km away if you want to visit a riverside bathing area. Mercado de Fingoi is 710 m away.

To explore the local heritage, you can walk along the Roman Walls and visit their historic gates: Puerta Miñá is 850 m away, as is Puerta del Obispo Aguirre. Museo Universitario A Domos do Mitreo is 810 m away, and Sala de Exposiciones Porta Miñá is 820 m away. The nearby gardens and parks offer places to stroll between visits; further afield, Área Recreativa de Cabreiros is 9 km away and Playa Fluvial de Chamoso is 11 km away.

Roman Walls of Lugo — A Roman enclosure and World Heritage Site, ideal for exploring the old town. 750 m
Cathedral of Santa María de Lugo — A historic place of worship that forms part of the city's monumental heritage. 870 m
University Museum A Domos do Mitreo — A museum dedicated to Lugo's Roman remains. 810 m
Park of Rosalía de Castro — An urban green space for a walk or a rest during your visit. 500 m
Gate of Santiago — A historic entrance associated with the route along the Roman Walls. 770 m
Lugo — The nearest railway station, with connections to other destinations. 1,7 km

What guests say about Roots and Boots

5.8
· 182 reviews
Staff
6.9
Comfort
5.9
Location
8.0
Cleanliness
5.7
Facilities
5.8
Value for money
6.8
Free Wi-Fi
7.5

Guests rate the proximity to places of interest and the Wi-Fi more highly than the facilities, cleanliness, and comfort. Staff and value for money score somewhat better than those categories, although the overall picture is of a functional stay with room for improvement.

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