Albergue de Peregrinos Aitzenea

Albergue de Peregrinos Aitzenea in Triacastela

Albergue Overview

Type: Albergue de Peregrinos Aitzenea is a private albergue oriented toward pilgrims (pilgrim credential required).
Location: Plaza Vista Alegre 1, 27630 Triacastela, Lugo, Galicia, Spain — right in the centre of the village, on the Camino Francés route.
Opened: August 2000 — considered one of the first private pilgrim-hostels in Galicia.
Accessibility: Ground-level and historic house; comfortable access for most travellers, though top floor rooms may involve stairs.
Contact:
Phone: (+34) 982 548 076 / (+34) 646 565 670
Email: info@aitzenea.com
Website: aitzenea.com

Albergue Facilities

Rooms: Four dormitory rooms — two of 6 beds, one of 12, one of 14; total capacity approx. 38 beds.
Prices: From around €10-12 per bed (shared dormitory).
Total Capacity: Approximately 38 pilgrims.
Reservations: Accepted and recommended, especially in high season.
Pilgrim Credential: Required.
Operating Season: Typically open mid-April to mid-October.
Hours: Check-in from about 11:00; doors close around 22:30.

Albergue Amenities

• Free Wi-Fi throughout the building.
• Fully equipped communal kitchen (microwave, fridge, stove) plus dining/lounge area.
• Laundry facilities: washer & dryer (extra charge), combined clothes-drying line.
• Bike storage/garage with key locked access.
• Heated rooms and hot showers (important in this mountain region).
• Pet-friendly (separate area for animals) with prior arrangement.

Pilgrim Insight

Albergue de Peregrinos Aitzenea offers a warm, well-equipped stop in the heart of Triacastela, ideally placed for pilgrims on the Camino Francés. The historic house gives it character, and the staff are known for their friendly, attentive care. The modest fee and reliable amenities make it a solid choice if you’re looking for both value and comfort.

Pilgrims often appreciate the spacious beds and the quiet dorm arrangement, the efficient laundry facilities, and the secure bike storage if you’re cycling. The location in the village centre means you’ll be within easy reach of cafés and supplies after your day’s walk.

A few things to keep in mind: because capacity is limited (≈38 beds) and it is well regarded, arriving earlier in the afternoon during peak season is wise. Also note the albergue follows a seasonal operation window (mid-April to mid-October), so if your walking period is outside that range you’ll want to check ahead.

Overall, if you’re looking for a reliable, friendly, and comfortable albergue in Triacastela, Aitzenea ticks the boxes. Buen Camino!

Check out the other Albergues in Triacastela.

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…