La Piconera Hotel & Spa

La Piconera Hotel & Spa in Ribadesella

Overview

Type: La Piconera Hotel & Spa is a stylish, contemporary hotel offering private room accommodation for walkers on the Camino del Norte. Set in the hamlet of Sardalla, 2 km from the Asturian coast, it combines modern design — featuring works by local artist Mario Cervero — with an impressive spa facility, mountain views, and a full restaurant. For pilgrims looking to truly recover between stages, the spa and indoor pool make this one of the most restorative options near Ribadesella.
Location: La Piconera, s/n, 33569 Ribadesella, Asturias, Spain — 2 km from the coast and 7 minutes’ drive from Ribadesella town centre, in quiet rural surroundings with mountain views.
Opened: Well-established spa hotel, consistently well-reviewed for its facilities and setting.
Accessibility: Free on-site parking available. A car or taxi is recommended for reaching Ribadesella town centre.
Contact:
Phone: +34 985857414
Email: reservas@lapiconerahotel.es
Website: N/A

Facilities

Rooms / Beds: Modern air-conditioned rooms with private bathroom (shower), hairdryer, and flat-screen TV. Double rooms feature sloping ceilings; twin rooms come with a private balcony.
Prices: From €120 per room per night.
Total Capacity: Suited to individual pilgrims, couples, and small groups wanting a restorative break.
Reservations: Recommended, particularly for spa access and peak season.
Pilgrim Credential: Not required — open to all travellers.
Operating Season: Open all year.
Hours: Contact the hotel directly to confirm check-in arrangements.

Amenities

• Free Wi-Fi.
• Spa with indoor swimming pool (jets), sauna — available at extra cost.
• On-site restaurant.
• Breakfast included in room rate.
• Dinner available (charged separately).
• Pool on site (indoor).
• Air conditioning in all rooms.
• Private balcony in twin rooms.
• Free private parking.
• Artwork by Asturian artist Mario Cervero throughout the hotel.
• Outdoor activities nearby: surfing, quad biking, caving.

Walker Insight

La Piconera Hotel & Spa is the standout recovery option near Ribadesella on the Camino del Norte. After days of walking the Asturian coast, the spa’s indoor pool and sauna are a serious draw — and the combination of mountain views, a proper restaurant, and breakfast included makes this an all-in-one rest stop that’s genuinely hard to beat.

The hotel is decorated throughout with original works by Asturian artist Mario Cervero, giving the interiors a distinctly local character. Set 2 km from the coast in the peaceful hamlet of Sardalla, it has the feel of a rural retreat while remaining close to Ribadesella’s many attractions. Solo travellers have rated it 8.4 out of 10.

Ribadesella’s Santa Marina beach and the Ermita La Guía hermitage with its panoramic views are two excellent places to take a break — both accessible within a short drive of the hotel. Surfing, caving, and quad biking are all available nearby for pilgrims with energy to spare.

Good to Know

• Spa and indoor pool available at extra cost — book in advance.
• Breakfast included in room rate — one less thing to think about.
• Twin rooms include a private balcony.
• 7 minutes’ drive from Ribadesella town centre — car or taxi needed for evening dining out.
• Free parking on site.
• One of the best options for pilgrims needing a genuine recovery day.

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