Albergue El Molino

Albergue El Molino in Cacabelos

Albergue El Molino Overview

Type: Albergue El Molino is a private albergue-hostel open to pilgrims and non‑pilgrims (no pilgrim credential needed). Operated by a family business since 1989, and opened as a Camino hostelry in 2016.
Location: C/ Santa María, 10, 24540 Cacabelos, León, Spain — in the historic town core, a short walk from the Camino Francés route and local services.
Opened: 2016; originally founded as a family inn in 1989.
Accessibility: Free Wi‑Fi throughout, bike‑parking, luggage storage, and key‑entry access when closed; English service provided.
Contact:
Phone: (+34) 987 546 979 / (+34) 676 690 900
Email: abelmolino@hotmail.com
Reservations: Accepted and recommended.
Operating Season: Open year‑round, except for a couple of weeks in September.
Hours: Albergue open 12:00–23:00; bar/restaurant open from about 08:30 until closing time.

Albergue Facilities

Rooms & Capacity:
– Dormitory beds: about 16 in mixed shared rooms (4‑ and 6‑bed dorms)
– Private rooms: up to 8 double rooms (shared bathroom)
Total Capacity: Approximately 26 guests.

Prices:
– Dorm bed: ~€13–15
– Double room (shared bath): ~€22–30
– Breakfast: ~€4.50
– Pilgrim dinner menu: ~€11

Albergue Amenities

• On-site bar‑restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner (comidas all day), with raciones, sandwiches, pilgrims’ menus and full menu options.
• Free Wi‑Fi throughout the property.
• Bike parking (secure shed/garage).
• Shared bathrooms: three showers and toilets; hot water available.
• Washer and dryer available (approx €4.50 wash, €4 dry); clothesline provided.
• Lockers in rooms; luggage storage available.
• No kitchen for self-cooking (bar only).
• Terrace/garden seating outside.
• First‑aid kit available; public telephone on-site.
• Key access provided after hours.

Pilgrim Insight

Here’s what travelers are saying (via online guides and Camino community mentions):

“My favourite was at Cacabelos… it’s lovely town… surrounded by vineyards… lovely river to swim in.”
— Camino pilgrim comment

While some quotes refer to the municipal albergue, they reflect the peaceful vibe of the whole town — and Albergue El Molino is right in the middle of it all.

Summary: Albergue El Molino is a friendly, centrally located private hostel in historic Cacabelos—a nice mix of dorm beds and private doubles, with solid basic amenities. The on-site bar‑restaurant serving daily menus makes it easy to eat without wandering town, and facilities like Wi‑Fi, laundry, bike storage, and a terrace add convenience. No self-catering kitchen, but the integrated bar compensates. The vibe is peaceful and the setting vine‑filled; expect a relaxed place to rest your legs after a stage. With key access after hours and reservation accepted, it’s a flexible pick—though it closes briefly in September, so double‑check if you’re walking then. 😊

Check out the other Albergues in Cacabelos.