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Hotel Alda Algalia

Praciña Algalia De Arriba, 5, Santiago De Compostela, Spain View Map

$53 nightly

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Hotel Alda Algalia

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This charming boutique hotel is right in the historic heart of Santiago de Compostela, just a 4-minute walk from the world-famous cathedral and the city’s Bonaval and Belvis parks. The welcoming Alda Algalia is in a historic townhouse which has been carefully converted into a stylish, intimate setting – ideal for a romantic visit to the Galician capital. Its interior blends contemporary furnishings and lighting with rustic bare stone walls and historic touches. After a day seeing the many local sights, guests can return to the Alda Algalia to enjoy a delicious meal in the hotel’s own restaurant, where they can sample traditional Galician cuisine made with fresh, seasonal produce.

162 Reviews

8.5Very Good
Cleanliness
8.9
Staff
9.2
Location
9.4

What Guests Say

  • “It was in the old town part of Santiago and a short walk to everything. The staff was super helpful and very nice (also spoke English…”
  • “The temperature in the rooms and the space”
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Top Amenities

  • Free Internet Access
  • Non-Smoking Rooms
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Double or Twin Room1/4

Double or Twin Room

173 sqft • 2 Single

  • Bath or Shower
  • Body soap
  • Closet
  • Crib(s)
Superior Double 1/4

Superior Double

194 sqft • 1 Double, 2 Single

  • Accessible by lift
  • Bath or Shower
  • Body soap
  • Closet
Premium Double Room1/4

Premium Double Room

216 sqft • 1 Double

  • Accessible by lift
  • Bath or Shower
  • Body soap
  • City view
Budget Room1/4

Budget Room

151 sqft • 1 Double, 2 Single

  • Bath or Shower
  • Body soap
  • Closet
  • Desk
Budget Single Room1/4

Budget Single Room

108 sqft • 1 Single

  • Bath or Shower
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  • Closet
  • Desk
Superior Triple Room1/4

Superior Triple Room

323 sqft • 3 Single

  • Balcony
  • Bath or Shower
  • Body soap
  • City view

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    What Guests Loved

    8.5
    Very Good

    Based on 162 reviews

    Location

    9.4

    Cleanliness

    8.9

    Staff

    9.2

    Overall Quality

    8.5

    Pros +

    • It was in the old town part of Santiago and a short walk to everything. The staff was super helpful and very nice (also spoke English fluently). The room was comfortable and had everything we needed.
    • The temperature in the rooms and the space
    • Staff was super nice! Room was also very spacious, breakfast was okay, location was great.

    Cons -

    • It was difficult to find at first when looking at Google Maps- use the navigation tool on the booking.com app.
    • People shouting in the streets late at night
    • No way to get coffee in the a.m. without buying the whole breakfast.
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    10GracePosted on: 1-19-2026

    It was in the old town part of Santiago and a short walk to everything. The staff was super helpful and very nice (also spoke English fluently). The room was comfortable and had everything we needed.

    It was difficult to find at first when looking at Google Maps- use the navigation tool on the booking.com app.

    10José A.Posted on: 11-27-2025

    The temperature in the rooms and the space

    People shouting in the streets late at night

    10AnaPosted on: 10-25-2025

    Staff was super nice! Room was also very spacious, breakfast was okay, location was great.

    9RonschlPosted on: 10-21-2025

    A little bit away from the heavy tourist area and a few hundred feet from the real people of Santiago.

    No way to get coffee in the a.m. without buying the whole breakfast.

    9ClairePosted on: 10-4-2025

    Close to everything. Nice & quiet. Good breakfast.

    10AlfonsoPosted on: 9-30-2025

    Close to food, stores and the cathedral

    5EugenePosted on: 9-18-2025

    The location is good. The staff is fine although he wouldn't go above and beyond. The breakfast was OK considering the price and the fact they don't have a kitchen.

    The hotel has high rate, but this doesn't mean much. I guess, this rate is obtain from people who don't expect much. I should've realize this considering the city. So, the fact that the hotel didn't meet my expectations is rather my fault. All in all, this is rather a hostel.

    6suzannePosted on: 6-19-2025

    Great location, clean facilities

    Tiny stuffy room; thin towels, paper cups only, uncomfortable bed, no coffee maker in room

    8GustavoPosted on: 6-7-2025

    Great location, rustic building and friendly staff.

    10ElizabethPosted on: 4-24-2025

    Staff was wonderful and helpful. Triple room had plenty of space. Really great location. Short walk to the cathedral. Easy access to cafes, pastry shops, restaurants, etc.

    8RamonPosted on: 4-21-2025

    Personnel and cleaness

    Uncomfortable mattress

    10SwigPosted on: 4-16-2025

    Perfect location in the heart of old Santiago close to cathedral and all. Lovely aesthetics, very well stocked breakfast. Great beds.

    7RandyPosted on: 4-2-2025

    Great location.

    There was no one to check us in when we got there. Had to do it over video phone. Very long slow process. Eventually got code to open lockbox to room where room card was said to be stored, but there was no room card. Another video call. Friends and I had booked 3 rooms. Took about an hour to check in. I wont use another hotel that is not staffed on premises.

    9Jose M.Posted on: 3-29-2025

    I had a wonderful experience at this hotel. From the moment I arrived, the staff was welcoming, professional, and always ready to assist with any request. The check-in process was smooth and efficient.

    9YangPosted on: 2-25-2025

    Really great location, very close to the cathedral and restaurants and bars. There’s also a bus to airport nearby. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The room is cleaned well every day during our stay. My child really loved it!

    Maybe it was Friday night parties around the old town. It was a bit noisy then. Sunday night was much quieter.

    8MirelaPosted on: 1-1-2025

    The location is excellent. You are within walking distance to all the important parts of the town, to the bus station, and the various restaurants.The staff is fantastic and very helpful. They booked me a cab to the airport, as I had a very early flight. They gave me coins for the bus. I could go on and on. Awesome people. The room has character. Nice wooden floor, wooden shelves, etc. It has a historic air.

    The bed was hard. I had a hard time sleeping because of this.

    8MariobfelixPosted on: 12-7-2024

    Location, very nice room and good value for money

    Noisy. The city is quite alive during the night which is to be expected. There was a lack of acoustic insulation due to poor fitting of the windows and skylights. The equipment was good but the install was bad. very easy to fix with the right technician. Please note that the hotel supplied ear plugs with the toiletries :)

    9LorenzoPosted on: 11-20-2024

    Highly recommend.Staff nice, polite and helpful.Great room.Perfect location.

    7JohnPosted on: 10-15-2024

    Great location on edge of old city, quieter than other locations

    8FrancisPosted on: 10-14-2024

    good sized room, comfortable bed , in a convenient location in the old town

    room was at the top level and required taking stairs after an elevatorthere was no AC which can be an issue in warmer months lots of late night noise (music and partying) from an undetermined location nearby

    Amenities & Policies

    Amenities

    Media & Technology

    • Free Internet Access

    Health & Safety

    • Health Services
    • Daily disinfection

    General

    • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities

    Guest policies

    Check-inAfter 3:00 PM
    Check-outBefore 12:00 PM
    InternetFree Wi-Fi is available.
    Children & Extra BedsChildren of all ages are welcome. Children of age 3 and above can stay with extra bed, subject to additional charges. Children of age 0 to 2 stay free with cot.
    PetsPets are not allowed.
    Room RatesAll rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted.

    Important info

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may applyPlease inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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    Hotel Alda Algalia

    Praciña Algalia De Arriba, 5, Santiago De Compostela

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