Albergue de Peregrinos de Sarria

Albergue de Peregrinos de Sarria

Albergue Overview

Type: Albergue de Peregrinos de Sarria is a municipal albergue exclusively for pilgrims with a valid credential.
Location: Avenida de Compostela, 16, 27600 Sarria, Lugo, Galicia, Spain — situated just off the main Camino Francés route, close to shops, cafés, and the historic center of town.
Opened: Managed by the Xunta de Galicia as part of the official network of public albergues serving pilgrims on the Camino de Santiago.
Accessibility: The building is ground-floor accessible with facilities designed for guests with reduced mobility.
Contact:
Phone: (+34) 660 396 813
Email:
Website: alberguesxacobeo.gal

Albergue Facilities

Rooms: Large communal dormitories equipped with sturdy bunk beds and simple bedding.
Prices: Standard municipal rate of €10 per person per night.
Total Capacity: Approximately 40 beds across several dorm rooms.
Reservations: No reservations accepted; beds are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis to pilgrims with a credential.
Pilgrim Credential: Required for admission.
Operating Season: Open year-round, with full staffing during peak Camino season.
Hours: Check-in from 13:00 to 22:00; guests are expected to vacate by 8:00 the following morning.

Albergue Amenities

• Communal kitchen with stovetops, microwaves, and utensils
• Large dining and social area
• Free Wi-Fi throughout the building
• Laundry facilities with washers and dryers (paid)
• Secure bicycle storage
• Outdoor patio and drying area
• Accessible bathrooms and showers
• Vending machines for drinks and snacks

Pilgrim Insight

This Albergue is one of Sarria’s largest and most well-known municipal hostels. Operated by the Xunta de Galicia, it offers a classic Camino experience — simple, clean, and welcoming to all pilgrims.

Its convenient location near supermarkets, bakeries, and the town’s main street makes it ideal for preparing for the next stage of the journey toward Portomarín. Despite its size, the atmosphere remains calm and communal, with pilgrims from all over the world sharing stories over evening meals or morning coffee.

For those beginning their Camino in Sarria, this albergue provides an authentic start — no frills, just comfort, affordability, and the spirit of the pilgrimage.

Check out the other Albergues in Sarria.

We have also self published a Camino Francés Journal for Pilgrims walking the route so you can record all your day by day memories.  Have fun and journal away…