Albergue El Peregrino La Portela de Valcarce

Albergue El Peregrino in La Portela de Valcarce

Albergue El Peregrino Overview

Type: Private albergue for pilgrims & tourists (credential not required).
Location: C/ Camino de Santiago, 5, 24524 La Portela de Valcarce, León, Spain – right on the Camino Francés, at the entrance to the village.
Opened: Established hostal with superior tourist albergue classification.
Accessibility: Ground floor common areas; shared bathrooms in rooms.
Contact:
Phone: (+34) 987 543 197
Email: Contact via phone for reservations
Reservations: Accepted and recommended.
Operating Season: 1 March–15 November (opens early with café service).

Albergue El Peregrino Facilities

Rooms: 26 dorm beds + 8 private rooms (singles, doubles, triples); shared rooms with 3-4 beds each.
Prices: Dorm beds €12-14; single rooms €28-30; double rooms €40. Pilgrim rates available.
Total Capacity: 34 guests total.

Albergue El Peregrino Amenities

• Bar–restaurant on-site offering breakfast and dinner (pilgrim menu €14).
• Each shared room has private toilet and shower facilities.
• Free Wi‑Fi throughout building, including in rooms.
• Laundry facilities with washing machine and dryer.
• Spacious, clean accommodation without overcrowding.
• Early opening café service for departing pilgrims.
• Classified as Superior Tourist Albergue under official regulations.
• Located on main Camino trail with easy access.

Pilgrim Insight

Guests consistently praise this well-established albergue for its cleanliness, spacious rooms, and excellent location:

> “Ranked #1 of 2 specialty lodging in La Portela De Valcarce and rated 5 of 5 at Tripadvisor”

Summary: Albergue El Peregrino is a superior-rated private hostal-albergue perfectly positioned at the entrance to La Portela de Valcarce on the Camino Francés. Offering comfortable shared and private rooms with en-suite facilities, restaurant service, and excellent amenities, it provides a reliable and quality stop before the challenging climb to O Cebreiro. The combination of pilgrim-focused service and tourist-standard facilities makes it a popular choice for Camino walkers. 😊
Check out the other Albergues in La Portela de Valcarce.