Hotels in Santiago de Compostela

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Located in the autonomous community of Galicia, Santiago de Compostela is the capital of the region in thenorth west of Spain. A city hugely steeped in history, its origin lies in the shrine of Saint James the Great.

This deep historical religious connection has seen Santiago de Compostela become a popular destination on the route of a Catholic pilgrimage. The significance of the city’s Old Town district was endorsed when it was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site

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Being such a popular spot on a famous pilgrimage route, you will be pleased to hear that Santiago de Compostela boasts a high number of cheap and affordable hotel accommodation options to suit all budgets.


Neighbourhoods of Santiago De Compostela

Santiago De Compostela consists of a number of districts:

  • Old Town: Old Town is the crowning glory of the city. Exploring this area of Santiago De Compostela will see you viewing a mix of influences from Gothic to Neo-classical to Romanesque to Baroque. It is a wonderful combination of styles and eras.
  • Camino: If you are not passing through the city on the full pilgrimage, you can still get a taste of what the journey would be like by walking the Camino stretch that is very close to the centre of the city.
  • Plazas: In and around the quaint beauty of the Old Town, you will also find a number of plazas that are architecturally impressive filled with amazing tapas bars and restaurants for a vibrant and entertaining nightlife experience.

What to see and do in Santiago De Compostela

You won’t be surprised to hear that the bulk of Santiago De Compostela’s key attractions are related to its religious history and culture. For pilgrims and other interested parties, the key destination is the sensational 11th century Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela which is the reputed burial place of St. James.

Other sights include the rather magnificent squares of Praza do Obradoiro, Praza da Quintina, and Plaza de la Acibecheria Notable among the splendid buildings are the Monastery of San Martino Pinario that also doubles as a wonderful art museum, the Palacio de Raxoi, and the Hospital Real of the Catholic Kings. More modern attractions include the Centro Galego de Arte Contemporaneo and the Auditorio de Galeci.


What to eat in Santiago De Compostela

There is a strong traditional food culture in the region containing Santiago De Compostela. Some of the most iconic and absolutely must-try dishes connected with the city include pil pil cod which is a meal of glazed cod with olive oil, garlic, and chili peppers, eggs a la flamenca which is eggs with tomatoes, chorizo, peppers, peas, and green beans, and octopus a feira which is a simple dish of octopus sprinkled with pepper, salt, and olive oil.


Typical events and festivals in Santiago De Compostela

You will never be without an event to attend in and around Santiago De Compostela. Some of the most popular occasions across the year include the main annual celebration of the apostle St. James, that takes place every July, the Semana Santa celebrations for Easter, and the ten-day long Feria del Ganado fiesta which explores Galicia’s cultural Celtic roots.


How to move around in Santiago De Compostela

Visitors will find that the best way to move around in Santiago De Compostela is by taking advantage of the local bus network. It is a regular and reliable service that offers both normal journey tickets and a bulk buy option of ten journey tickets for a cheaper place. This is a great deal for tourists who are planning on travelling to lots of different sights.


The climate in Santiago De Compostela

Santiago De Compostela enjoys a warm and temperate climate all year round. Known for being cool and humid, it has an average temperature of 14 degrees, which obviously soars into the mid to high 20s during the peak summer months. Due to the walking nature of the famous pilgrimage, visitors often try to avoid the hottest temperatures by travelling in spring rather than summer.


Santiago de Compostela today 64°F
66°F | 46°F

In Santiago de Compostela we will have overcast clouds, nice temperatures expected throught the day.

    • Wednesday
    • 68°F | 43°F
    • Thursday
    • 75°F | 50°F
    • Friday
    • 72°F | 48°F
    • Saturday
    • 63°F | 45°F

Locations near Santiago de Compostela

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Hotel Gelmirez

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Hotel Compostela

Hotel Compostela

482 yd from city centre Excellent location
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Hotel San Francisco  Monumento

Hotel San Francisco Monumento

317 yd from city centre Excellent location
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Frequently asked questions about Hotels in Santiago de Compostela

The most centrally located hotels in Santiago de Compostela with the best ratings are: Hotel Pr San Nicolás, Parador De Santiago De Compostela and Hotel San Francisco Monumento.

It depends on the category of the hotel. If you want to stay at a 4-star hotel in Santiago de Compostela, the average price per night is 35 , while you will pay an average of 26 for a 3-star hotel, and in a more luxurious 5-star hotel, you'll pay around 38 .

If you're bringing a vehicle, we recommend that you book a hotel with parking in Santiago de Compostela, like Parador De Santiago De Compostela, Hotel San Francisco Monumento or Rural Hotel Virxe Da Cerca.

Hotel Ruta Jacobea is the closest one to Santiago de Compostela.

If you need a hotel with disabled access in Santiago de Compostela, we recommend Parador De Santiago De Compostela, Hotel Gran Los Abetos and Hotel San Francisco Monumento.

According to our clients, if you´re travelling with children, the best hotels in Santiago de Compostela are Hotel Eurostars Araguaney, Hotel Pazo De Altamira and Hotel A Quinta Da Auga Spa Relais & Chateaux.

If you want to save time, the hotels in Santiago de Compostela with express check-in and check-out are Hotel Gran Los Abetos, Hotel Rua Villar and A Casa Da Torre Branca.

The best hotels with a pool in Santiago de Compostela are Hotel Gran Los Abetos, Hotel San Francisco Monumento and Hotel Palacio Del Carmen, Autograph Collection.

Some of the options for hotels with non-smoking rooms in Santiago de Compostela are Parador De Santiago De Compostela, Hotel Gran Los Abetos and Hotel San Francisco Monumento.

In Santiago de Compostela, Hotel Pr San Nicolás, Parador De Santiago De Compostela and Hotel Gran Los Abetos offer 24-hour front desk service.