Albergue Saint James Way

Albergue Saint James Way in Cacabelos

Albergue Saint James Way Overview

Type: Albergue Saint James Way is a private albergue‑hostel open to pilgrims and general travelers (no credencial required); includes a hostal and bar‑restaurant on site.
Location: C/ Santa María, 60‑62, 24540 Cacabelos, León, Spain — directly on the Camino Francés in town’s historic core.
Opened: As a combined hostal/albergue & restaurant around 2017; originally part of Saint James Way brand in mid‑2010s.
Accessibility: Equipped for reduced mobility; provides Wi‑Fi, terrace/garden, secure bike parking, lockers, private bathrooms, and key/door code exit after hours.
Contact:
Phone: (+34) 987 037 871
Email: javierbdep@gmail.com
Reservations: Accepted and recommended year‑round.
Operating Season: Open year‑round without extended closures.
Hours: Check‑in from 14:00 to 23:00; check‑out by noon. Bar/restaurant hours roughly 08:00–23:00.

Albergue Facilities

Rooms & Capacity:
– Three mixed shared dormitories (4–6 beds each), totaling ~15 shared beds
– Seven private rooms, including singles, doubles (some ensuite), one adapted for reduced mobility
Total capacity: ~28 guests

Prices:
– Shared dorm bed: ~€20–22 (includes linen)
– Private room: ~€40–45 (single); ~€50–55 (double, private bath)

Albergue Amenities

• Bar‑restaurant downstairs offering pilgrims’ menus, tapas, daily meals & drinks
• Free Wi‑Fi throughout
• Secure bicycle storage
• Lockers or armarios for personal storage
• Private or shared bathrooms with about ten showers/toilets (one per bedroom)
• Key/code access to re‑enter after closing time
• Terrace/garden seating space
• First‑aid kit available
• Laundry facilities onsite (wash zone) but no on‑site machines

Pilgrim Insight

Guest reviews highlight a generally positive experience with a few caveats:

“Huge dorm room with single beds with linen and a nice new private bathroom…”
— Booking.com guest feedback, October 2024

Summary: Albergue Saint James Way is a modern, Camino‑side private hostel and hostal in Cacabelos, blending shared dorm beds (~€20–22) and private rooms (~€40–55) with a full bar‑restaurant beneath. Facilities include private bathrooms per room, secure bike parking, lockers, Wi‑Fi, and after‑hours access by code. It’s well-located and comfortable, though a few guests have reported serious hygiene issues—especially bed bug complaints—so check recent reviews before booking. Overall, a convenient, mid‑range choice for Camino walkers wanting private amenities with in‑house food service. 😊

Check out the other Albergues in Cacabelos.