Albergue Bom Caminha
Albergue Bom Caminha
Albergue Overview
Type: Albergue Bom Caminha is a private albergue and guesthouse welcoming pilgrims on the Camino Portuguése coastal route and general travellers alike.
Location: Rua de Benemérito Joaquim Rosas 25-29, 4910-130 Caminha, Viana do Castelo District, Portugal — centrally located just off the Camino path in Caminha, close to cafés, town square and riverfront.
Opened: Housed in a restored 1882 building and established in its current form in 2021.
Accessibility: Ground-floor entry with modern amenities; centre-town location means easy access to shops and transport.
Contact:
Phone: (+351) 963 528 441
Email: info@bomcaminha.com
Website: bomcaminha.com
Albergue Facilities
Rooms: Shared dormitories (4-bed and 12-bed dorms) plus private/semi-private room options for travellers seeking more privacy.
Prices: Dormitory beds from about €18; private rooms start from around €45 for two persons (rates vary by season).
Total Capacity: Approximately 19-30 beds depending on room configuration.
Reservations: Recommended and accepted online; ensuring you secure a spot is wise in high-season.
Pilgrim Credential: Not strictly required, but the albergue is specifically designed for Camino pilgrims.
Operating Season: Open year-round; verify specific availability depending on season.
Hours: Reception often open from mid-afternoon; check with the host for latest check-in and closing times.
Albergue Amenities
- Free Wi-Fi throughout the property.
- Well-equipped communal kitchen and dining/lounge area for shared meals and socialising.
- Laundry facilities (washer, dryer, outdoor drying lines) and secure space for gear.
- Outdoor terrace/garden with foot-bath feature — a popular place to unwind after a day’s walk.
- Heating throughout the building and comfortable bedding — appreciated in cooler weather.
- Optional communal pilgrim dinner (for a donation or small charge) bringing guests together in the evening.
Pilgrim Insight
Albergue Bom Caminha stands out as a warm, polished yet authentic pilgrim stop on the Camino Portugués (Coastal route). Its central location in Caminha means you arrive into town and can relax immediately — stroll to the riverfront, check into your bed, and take advantage of excellent facilities and atmosphere.
Guests consistently speak highly of the friendly, welcoming hosts, the comfort of the beds and rooms, and the sense of community — especially if taking part in the communal dinner or lounging on the terrace garden under the evening light.
If you want something more than a basic dormitory but still very much in the pilgrim flow, Albergue Bom Caminha is a great choice.