Santiago de Compostela is a historic and beautiful city and the capital of Spain’s Galicia region. The city is best known as the location of the “Camino de Santiago” or the Way of St. James pilgrimage route, established in the 9th century, and it is alleged to be where the apostle St. James was buried. St. James’ remains are said to lie in state in the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela, nestled within the medieval walls of the historic old town, which has been designated a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
While the ancient buildings of the city are always fascinating, Santiago de Compostela is also renowned for its gastronomy. The city offers an incredible range of restaurants, taverns and bars, to suit all tastes. The city is also very green, with many parks and gardens dotted around, as well as restful plazas.
The following are just a few guest recommended accommodation options for where to stay in Santiago de Compostela.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 04, 2024.
1. Parador de Santiago - Hostal Reis Catolicos (from USD 482)
Nestled in the heart of the city’s historic quarter, this beautiful hotel is housed in a 15th-century building, right next door to the Cathedral of Santiago. The hotel was originally a pilgrims hostel and has retained much of its original charm, but nowadays it offers luxurious accommodation to visitors to the city. The building retains its vaulted ceilings and four cloisters and the restaurants are housed in rooms surrounded by exposed stone walls with the original candelabras.
Guests can enjoy a range of traditional Galician cuisine and seafood, along with a buffet breakfast. Some rooms offer four-poster beds, while all have classic décor, along with more modern touches, like satellite TV and free WiFi. All rooms have en suite bathrooms.
Parador de Santiago - Hostal Reis Catolicos
Address: Praza do Obradoiro, 1
122 meters (399.6 ft) from Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela
2. San Francisco Hotel Monumento (from USD 201)
Set in a historic monastery, San Francisco Monumento is a charming hotel in the historic centre of Santiago de Compostela, just a few steps from the Cathedral of Santiago. The hotel offers a gourmet restaurant, serving creative and delicious regional cuisine, cooked using fresh produce grown on the grounds of the hotel.
All guest rooms are spacious and elegantly decorated with air conditioning and heating. Each room has a flat-screen TV and minibar and free internet access is available to guests. The hotel also offers free private parking on the premises.
San Francisco Hotel Monumento
Address: Campillo de San Francisco, 3
264 meters (0.2 ft) from Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela
3. Gran Hotel Los Abetos (from USD 118)
Located within a ten-minute drive from the city centre, the luxurious Gran Hotel Los Abetos is located in the San Lazaro neighbourhood, with incredible views of the city of Santiago de Compostela. There is a seasonal outdoor swimming pool on site, as well as a tennis court, a gym and two saunas. The Bordon Restaurant serves a delicious range of traditional Galician dishes and has a well-stocked wine cellar. A poolside bar offers city views, while there is also a piano bar in the hotel.
All guest rooms are air-conditioned with flat-screen TV and free WiFi. Rooms are also soundproofed and offer marble bathrooms. Some rooms offer an additional seating area.
Gran Hotel Los Abetos
Address: San Lázaro,s/n
3.2 km (2.0 mi) from Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela
4. Hostal Mapoula P.R. (from USD 74)
Hostal Mapoula is a guest house, located in the historic centre of Santiago de Compostela, a short walk from the Cathedral. The hostel has a 24-hour reception, providing information about the attractions of the city and offering car hire. All rooms have parquet floors and attractive colours and come with heating and an en-suite bathroom. Free WiFi is available for guest use.
Mapoula PR Boutique
Address: Entremurallas, 10, 3º
404 meters (0.3 ft) from Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela
5. Casas Reais Boutique (from USD 92)
This attractive boutique hotel is located in the historic centre of Santiago de Compostela, a few steps from the Cathedral and the entrance to the old town. The hotel is also conveniently located near the Galician Art Museum, the Museum of the People of Galicia and the Puerta del Camino. It offers a cafeteria-bar with a large summer terrace. Rooms come with air-conditioning and offer a minibar, flat-screen TV and safe, as well as a private balcony with a view. While there is no parking on site, a public car park is located close by.
Casas Reais Boutique
Address: Rúa das Casas Reais, 29
353 meters (0.3 ft) from Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela
6. Nova Compostela Apartments (from USD 106)
Fully equipped for self-catering, these modern and spacious apartments are set in the historic centre of Santiago de Compostela and offer a terrace overlooking the garden. The Cathedral is a four-minute walk away. All units have a living and dining area, overlooking a patio or terrace. Kitchens come equipped with a microwave, refrigerator, toaster, coffee maker and dishwasher. Each studio or two bedroom apartment offers a bathroom with hairdryer and free toiletries.
Nova Compostela Apartments
Address: Costa Nova de Abaixo , 2
502 meters (0.4 ft) from Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela
7. Pousadas de Compostela Hotel Virxe da Cerca (from USD 119)
Pousadas de Compostela Hotel Virxe da Cerca is a charming hotel, located in the historic centre of Santiago, right next to the Plaza de Abastos and a short walk from the Cathedral. The hotel has a beautiful garden overlooking Belvís Convent and the restaurant serves the traditional cuisine of Galicia, with what it dubs a modern twist and specializes in local meat and seafood dishes. There is also an outdoor terrace to enjoy the views of the surrounding city.
All guest rooms have air-conditioning, a satellite TV and a minibar and offer free WiFi. Each room has a full en-suite bathroom with hairdryer. The hotel also offers two computer rooms and 24-hour reception.
Hotel Virxe da Cerca by Pousadas de Compostela
Address: Rua Virxe da Cerca, 27
312 meters (0.2 ft) from Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela
8. Pazo Xan Xordo (from USD 95)
This country accommodation is a traditional Galician Pazo, or country house, located outside the city in beautiful, natural surroundings. The Pazo is a short walk from the historic Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route, in one of the most beautiful areas of the region. The traditional house offers elegant accommodation, with a comfortable guest lounge to meet other guests and relax. Free Wifi is available on the premises and a bus stops outside the hotel, taking guests to the city centre or airport.
Pazo Xan Xordo
Address: Lavacolla Nº 6
7.6 km (4.8 mi) from Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela
9. Apartamento en el Centro Histórico de Santiago
This cozy apartment is located in the historic centre of Santiago de Compostela in a residential area, two minutes’ walk away from the Cathedral. The area is surrounded by museums, theatres and parks, as well as several excellent restaurants and bars. The apartment sleeps three, with a master bedroom and single bedroom. There is a spacious living and dining room, as well as an equipped kitchen and bathroom.
Santiago de Compostela, Galicia, Spain
160 meters (0.1 ft) from Cathedral of Santiago de CompostelaSuperhost
Accommodates: 3
Top guest reviews
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10. Mama Blanca (from USD 59)
This lovely vacation home is located a short walk from the Cathedral of Santiago and the city’s tourism office. The three bedroom holiday rental offers a kitchen equipped with oven, kettle, toaster and microwave. The open plan living area offers a dining table and chairs, flat-screen TV and a sofa bed.
Mama Blanca
Address: Costiña do Monte nº6
603 meters (0.4 ft) from Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela
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Whether traversing the Way of St. James or just looking for culture, history and good food, Santiago de Compostela is a must-visit on your trip to Galicia, Spain.
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