Albergue Estrella del Camino

Albergue Estrella del Camino in Frómista

Albergue Estrella del Camino Overview

Type: Private albergue oriented toward pilgrims and general travellers (pilgrim credential not required).
Location: Calle Francesa, 26, Frómista, Palencia, Spain — about 400 m from the Camino Frances route and town centre, facing the medical centre.
Opened: Opened around 2009 in a restored pilgrim inn, with rehabbing of barns, stables and other historic features.
Accessibility: Basic and comfortable facilities; offers dormitories, Wi-Fi, secure bike storage; not fully adapted for reduced mobility in all areas.
Contact:
Phone: (+34) 979 810 399 / (+34) 653 751 582
Email: albergueestrelladelcamino@hotmail.com
Website: Not listed; info via Camino / tourism directories.

Albergue Facilities

Rooms: Three shared dormitories of 10-12 beds each (total ~32 beds).
Prices: ~€15-17 per bed; optional menu dinners, and breakfast available at extra cost (~€4).
Total Capacity: Approximately 32 pilgrims.
Reservations: Accepted and recommended, especially in high season.
Pilgrim Credential: Not required.
Operating Season: Open from 1 March through 30 November; outside those dates often closed or reserved for groups.
Hours: Check-in from 14:00; doors close at ~23:00 in summer and ~22:00 the rest of the year.

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Albergue Amenities

• Free Wi-Fi throughout
• Four hot showers, four toilets; good sanitary standards
• Washing machine & dryer available (extra charge)
• Towel rental and individual lockers
• Garden and porch / terrace areas for rest and communal gathering
• Bar-restaurant on site for meals
• Secure bicycle storage area
• Heating during cooler periods; hot water showering all year in open season

Pilgrim Insight

Albergue Estrella del Camino is often praised as one of the more comfortable options in Frómista — well-situated, clean, and well-equipped. Pilgrims highlight the pleasant communal spaces, garden porch, and the ease of booking ahead. The meals are decent for hostel standards, especially when coming in tired from a long walk, and the atmosphere tends to be friendly.

Downsides noted by some: dorms can feel cramped when full, and final night arrival needs to be before closing time or you might be stuck. Overall, it offers good value, comfort, and convenience for those wanting a restful night in Frómista before continuing.

Check out the other Albergues in Fromista.

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…