Albergue Linar do Rei

Albergue Linar do Rei in Liñares

Albergue Overview

Type: Albergue Linar do Rei is a welcoming private albergue located in the small mountain village of Liñares, a peaceful stop on the Camino Francés just before the climb toward O Cebreiro.
Location: 27671 Liñares, Lugo, Galicia, Spain — right on the Camino route between Herrerías and Hospital da Condesa, making it a convenient overnight rest spot for pilgrims before tackling the final ascent into Galicia.
Opened: Modern and purpose-built for pilgrims, designed to offer comfort and warmth in a remote mountain setting.
Accessibility: Easily accessible from the main Camino path, with practical facilities suitable for walkers arriving on foot or by bicycle.
Contact:
Phone: Not listed
Email: linardorei@gmail.com
Website: Not available

Albergue Facilities

Rooms: Several mixed dormitory rooms and a few smaller private options, with bunk beds and shared bathrooms.
Prices: Beds typically from around €14–15 per night.
Total Capacity: Approximately 30–35 guests.
Reservations: Accepted and recommended during busy months, especially given limited beds in this mountain hamlet.
Pilgrim Credential: Required for overnight stays.
Operating Season: From 27th March through 30th November.
Hours: Check-in typically after 12:00; guests depart early the next morning following Camino tradition.

Albergue Amenities

• Free Wi-Fi
• Shared kitchen and dining area for self-catering
• Washing machine and dryer
• Clothes drying lines
• Secure bicycle storage
• Heating
• Comfortable common lounge with views over the hills

Pilgrim Insight

Albergue Linar do Rei offers a warm and homey stop high in the Galician mountains. Pilgrims love its quiet rural setting, mountain views, and friendly atmosphere after the long climb up from Herrerías. It’s a good-value, practical base for resting before tackling the final push to O Cebreiro or continuing on toward Triacastela. The facilities are simple but modern, with a cozy kitchen and plenty of hot water — exactly what most walkers appreciate in this stretch of the Camino Francés.

With reliable Wi-Fi, good laundry options, and a welcoming host, Linar do Rei captures the balance between rustic charm and Camino comfort. An excellent choice for those who prefer to stay in a quieter alternative to O Cebreiro.

Check out the other Albergues in Liñares.

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…