Albergue Alda Pilgrim Ponferrada

Albergue Alda Pilgrim Ponferrada

Albergue Overview

Type: Private albergue-hostel open to pilgrims and general travelers (no pilgrim credential required); part of Alda Hotels chain.
Location: Avenida de la Puebla, 44‑B, 24402/24400 Ponferrada, León, Spain — just ~150 m from the Camino Francés, ~700 m from the city hall.
Opened: April 2023; newly converted from adjacent hotel facilities.
Accessibility: Wi‑Fi, air conditioning/heating, accessible rooms & bathrooms, bicycle parking, shared kitchen area (microwave, fridge, utensils), laundry room, lift, lockers, first-aid kit. Credit cards accepted.
Contact:
Phone: (+34) 987 790 219
Email: pilgrimponferrada@aldahotels.com
Reservations: Accepted and recommended — online or by email.
Operating Season: Open year-round without extended seasonal closures.
Hours: Check‑in from 14:00 to 00:00; check‑out by 06:30–12:00. Guests may exit but re‑entry is allowed after closing.

Albergue Facilities

Rooms & Capacity:
– 28 shared dormitory beds (across rooms of 6–8 berths)
– 12 private rooms: 2 doubles, 2 quadruples, 2 six‑beds, 2 eight‑beds
Total capacity: ~40 guests

Prices:
– Dorm bed: ~€15 – 19 (linen included)
– Double room: ~€41 – 47
– Quad room: ~€58 – 66

Albergue Amenities

• Shared kitchen area (microwave, fridge, cooking utensils) and dining hall.
• Free Wi‑Fi in all areas.
• Secure bicycle parking.
• Lockers for personal belongings.
• Shared bathrooms and showers with hot water.
• Laundry room with washing machine and dryer (extra charge).
• Shared lounge/TV/reading area.
• Lift/elevator for upper floors.
• Air conditioning and heating throughout.
• Accessible facilities for reduced mobility.
• First-aid kit, fire-safety equipment, and 24‑hour phone support.

Pilgrim Insight

General feedback from Camino travelers and reviews:

“Clean and new, right beside Alda Centro hotel… easy check‑in and helpful staff.”
— Pilgrims’ testimonies on multiple Camino guides

Though still early in its operating history, Alda Pilgrim Ponferrada has earned praise for its quality, central location, and modern facilities.

Summary

Albergue Alda Pilgrim Ponferrada is a brand-new (~2023) private albergue on the Camino Francés in Ponferrada, operated by Alda Hotels. It offers both dorm beds (€15–19) and private rooms (€41–66), with a total capacity of ~40 guests. Facilities include shared kitchen/dining hall, lounge, laundry, Wi‑Fi, bike storage, accessible rooms, and a lift. The location is superb—just 150 m off the Camino and minutes from the town centre. Reservations are advised and easy to make. Overall, an excellent, comfortable option for pilgrims looking for modern amenities, social spaces, and a central Camino stop. 😊

Check out the other Albergues in Ponferrada.