The Best Castle Hotels near Santiago de Compostela
We have created a list with the best castle hotels near Santiago de Compostela, Spain. We have also included hotels in historic properties, country estates, palaces, old manor houses, monasteries, mansions, historic villas, wineries, old palaces and beautiful country residences. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Anna Pinto & Ted Valentin. Updated February 2024.
Charming. Superb interior design. Just 5 km from the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela, this 17th century farmhouse has been renovated and converted into a stylish rural hotel. Each room has a unique rustic décor. The original structure of the former farmhouse has been maintained and incorporated into the design of the rooms, featuring wooden or tiled floors, and exposed stone walls or wooden beams. All have central heating, a TV and a private bathroom. With prior reservation, guests can enjoy traditional Galician food and wine, including caldeirada, a fish stew, or Galician-style octopus at A Casa da Torre Branca. The hotel lounge has a fireplace. There are several biking and hiking trails in the surrounding area, including Monte del Gozo and Camino Francés, both leading to Santiago de Compostela. A bus to Santiago stops outside the house every hour.Show full description
A Casa da Torre Branca is a charming hotel. It has been renovated and has comfortable rooms, a restaurant, and a garden. The hotel's history and setting make it a unique choice for travelers looking for a tranquil stay in the countryside, close to the city center.
Relaxing atmosphere. Great views. Popular among couples. Situated in the middle of a 3-acre estate surrounded by trees, tranquillity and contact with nature are guaranteed. Casa Grande do Bachao is a group of buildings that is a typical example 18th century Galician architecture with 2 houses, corn granaries, stone cross, and spacious stone terraces. The hotel offers the visitor all the facilities that are demanded in a hotel of high category, without losing its rural family atmosphere. Casa Grande do Bachao is situated on the road that leads to the “Costa da Morte“ (the treacherous coast line of northern Galicia) from Santiago de Compostela. The Capital of Galicia is 15 minutes drive away from the house, making it an ideal starting point for excursions to any destination in the region. There is a restaurant inside the property and reservation is needed.Show full description
Casa Grande Do Bachao is a charming countryside guesthouse with a rich history and a tranquil setting. The restored 18th-century farm has a beautiful outdoor pool and terrace, surrounded by a 3-acre estate filled with trees.
Relaxing atmosphere. Great views. Popular among couples. Situated in the middle of a 3-acre estate surrounded by trees, tranquillity and contact with nature are guaranteed. Casa Grande do Bachao is a group of buildings that is a typical example 18th century Galician architecture with 2 houses, corn granaries, stone cross, and spacious stone terraces. The hotel offers the visitor all the facilities that are demanded in a hotel of high category, without losing its rural family atmosphere. Casa Grande do Bachao is situated on the road that leads to the “Costa da Morte“ (the treacherous coast line of northern Galicia) from Santiago de Compostela. The Capital of Galicia is 15 minutes drive away from the house, making it an ideal starting point for excursions to any destination in the region. There is a restaurant inside the property and reservation is needed.Show full description
Casa Grande Do Bachao is a charming countryside guesthouse with a rich history and a tranquil setting. The restored 18th-century farm has a beautiful outdoor pool and terrace, surrounded by a 3-acre estate filled with trees.
Relaxing atmosphere. Great views. Popular among couples. Situated in the middle of a 3-acre estate surrounded by trees, tranquillity and contact with nature are guaranteed. Casa Grande do Bachao is a group of buildings that is a typical example 18th century Galician architecture with 2 houses, corn granaries, stone cross, and spacious stone terraces. The hotel offers the visitor all the facilities that are demanded in a hotel of high category, without losing its rural family atmosphere. Casa Grande do Bachao is situated on the road that leads to the “Costa da Morte“ (the treacherous coast line of northern Galicia) from Santiago de Compostela. The Capital of Galicia is 15 minutes drive away from the house, making it an ideal starting point for excursions to any destination in the region. There is a restaurant inside the property and reservation is needed.Show full description
Casa Grande Do Bachao is a charming countryside guesthouse with a rich history and a tranquil setting. The restored 18th-century farm has a beautiful outdoor pool and terrace, surrounded by a 3-acre estate filled with trees.
Relaxing atmosphere. Great views. Popular among couples. Situated in the middle of a 3-acre estate surrounded by trees, tranquillity and contact with nature are guaranteed. Casa Grande do Bachao is a group of buildings that is a typical example 18th century Galician architecture with 2 houses, corn granaries, stone cross, and spacious stone terraces. The hotel offers the visitor all the facilities that are demanded in a hotel of high category, without losing its rural family atmosphere. Casa Grande do Bachao is situated on the road that leads to the “Costa da Morte“ (the treacherous coast line of northern Galicia) from Santiago de Compostela. The Capital of Galicia is 15 minutes drive away from the house, making it an ideal starting point for excursions to any destination in the region. There is a restaurant inside the property and reservation is needed.Show full description
Casa Grande Do Bachao is a charming countryside guesthouse with a rich history and a tranquil setting. The restored 18th-century farm has a beautiful outdoor pool and terrace, surrounded by a 3-acre estate filled with trees.
Relaxing atmosphere. Great views. Popular among couples. Situated in the middle of a 3-acre estate surrounded by trees, tranquillity and contact with nature are guaranteed. Casa Grande do Bachao is a group of buildings that is a typical example 18th century Galician architecture with 2 houses, corn granaries, stone cross, and spacious stone terraces. The hotel offers the visitor all the facilities that are demanded in a hotel of high category, without losing its rural family atmosphere. Casa Grande do Bachao is situated on the road that leads to the “Costa da Morte“ (the treacherous coast line of northern Galicia) from Santiago de Compostela. The Capital of Galicia is 15 minutes drive away from the house, making it an ideal starting point for excursions to any destination in the region. There is a restaurant inside the property and reservation is needed.Show full description
Casa Grande Do Bachao is a charming countryside guesthouse with a rich history and a tranquil setting. The restored 18th-century farm has a beautiful outdoor pool and terrace, surrounded by a 3-acre estate filled with trees.
Relaxing atmosphere. Lovely surroundings. Casa de Casal is NOT by the French Camino. Situated in Lestedo, just10 km from the city of Santiago de Compostela, this 18th-century country house is surrounded by gardens with waterfalls. Each room has free WiFi, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a hairdryer. All rooms have views of the gardens or countryside. For breakfast, this accommodation serves homemade breakfast with fresh and local foods. The property also serves dinners with local products and vegetables from the property's garden. Bikes are available for rent and there are also many great hiking routes nearby. Casa del Casal is 200 metres from Via de la Plata Pilgrim Route to Santiago de Compostela and Pazo de Oca gardens and palace is 12 km away. Palas de Rei is an hour's drive away.Show full description
Historic. Great location. This impressive 16th-century palace is located in the historic heart of Pontevedra and is classically decorated in true Parador style with an elegant restaurant serving delicious, regional cuisine. Originally the residence of Count Maceda, the Parador de Pontevedra has been masterfully renovated to retain its past glory. Built of robust, local stone, the palace is surrounded by pretty landscaped gardens and a large sun terrace. Climb the carved, stone staircase which leads to bedrooms with a noble ambience thanks to antique-style decor and rich fabrics. Relax in the elegant lounge areas and catch up with the day's newpapers or on the free wireless internet. Explore Galicia's rustic coastline and discover many coves and beaches - perfect for coastal walks and swims in the Atlantic Ocean. Alternatively, stroll the enchanting streets of Pontevedra and find local shops, bars and restaurants serving typical tapas.Show full description
Relaxing atmosphere. Superb breakfast. Popular among couples. Surrounded by vineyards, this restored 15th century house and estate is located 200 metres from the historic centre of Cambados. It offers rustic rooms with a free Wi-Fi zone, extensive gardens with fruit trees and a winery. The beautiful beaches of the Rías Baixas are within a few kilometres and the estate is 50 km from Vigo. The elegant rooms at Pazo a Capitana feature traditional décor. They are heated and come with plasma TV, telephone and full private bathroom. The property serves breakfast and there is also a bar-cafeteria and lounge area. Outside, there is a spacious terrace, ponds and streams which flow down through an abandoned mine. Pazo a Capitana offers visits and tastings at its Albariño winery and it is set 5 minutes’ walk from the Port. The Fefiñáns Palace within the Plaza Fefiñáns Square is 750 metres away. Santiago de Compostel is 50 minutes’ drive away.Show full description
I rate this as the most peaceful and romantic bed and breakfast in Santiago de Compostela. It also has a highly rated breakfast and beautiful surroundings!
Beach front location. Delightful property. Cosy rooms. Set in a 16th century Galician country house, Pazo de Eidian is surrounded by beautiful gardens. The guest house features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, as well as basketball and paddle tennis courts. Portodemouros Lake is nearby, as is Pambre Castle. Rustic-style rooms feature stone walls, beamed ceilings and private, tiled bathrooms. Each one has a TV, heating and free Wi-Fi. Pazo de Eidian’s common areas include lounges, dining rooms and a furnished, cobbled patio. The guest house also has a pool table, a hot tub which can be rented, and a restaurant. Eidián offers a peaceful environment from which you can go on walks or bicycle rides to explore the Galician countryside. Santiago de Compostela is around an hour’s drive away.Show full description
This is likely the most BEAUTIFUL guest house in Santiago de Compostela. It also has VERY COSY ROOMS.
Beach front location. Great views. This emblematic 16th-century building was a former place of leisure of the bishops of Santiago de Compostela. Pazo de Lestrove is set in 50,000 m2 of gardens and woods, and has an outdoor seasonal pool. The bright rooms features interior design which is a blend of tradition and modernity. All of the air-conditioned rooms come with a minibar, TV and private bathroom. Pazo De Lestrove has a café, dining room, as well as large lounge areas. There are also meeting rooms, a terrace and a children's play area. The historic village of Padrón and the Convento del Carmen are both a 10-minute walk away. The property is located 3 minutes' drive from the AG-11 Motorway, giving easy access to the rest of Galicia.Show full description
Historic. Nice pool. Surrounded by outstanding natural beauty, this tastefully restored, palatial home is situated in the heart of Pontevedra’s Rias Baixas. Guests have free access to the seasonal outdoor pool. Dating back to the 17th century, the hotel has been carefully restored in order to retain many of its period features and charm. Free private parking is available on site. It offers a warm and relaxing ambience. Surrounded by lush gardens, you can enjoy the peace and tranquility that the hotel and Galician countryside offers. Situated on the outskirts of charming town of Vilagarcia de Arousa, the hotel is in a privileged position, with the amazing beaches of the coast just a short distance away. It is an ideal place to discover the beauty of Spain’s Celtic region.Show full description
This former convent has been carefully restored to create a luxury hotel near the centre of historic Santiago de Compostela. The building’s ancient features now sit next to modern facilities. Free WiFi is available throughout the hotel. True to its history, the Hotel Palacio del Carmen, Autograph Collection has a tranquil atmosphere – allowing you to enjoy a relaxing break in this beautiful Galician city. Wander through the gardens or spend the evening on the terrace. You can also unwind with a session in the gym. The hotel also includes an indoor pool with salted water, located on the ground floor. Guests have access to a clothing room and towels. The Hotel Palacio del Carmen, Autograph Collection is located within walking distance of the city’s monuments, including the world-famous Cathedral, which is 650 metres away. The hotel is set just off the popular Plaza del Obradoiro – one of the most charming in Spain. We inform all our guests that we will make a small improvement to the hotel's pool and sports area until March 6 2024.Show full description
Highly elegant. Outstanding SPA facilities. A Quinta Da Auga is a eco-hotel located just outside central Santiago de Compostela. The rooms include a free minibar, free Wi-Fi access and flat-screen satellite TV. A Quinta Da Auga's spa has 3 floors, including a private area for groups. It offers a sauna, hot tub, Turkish bath and a hydrotherapy pool. A range of natural treatments is offered. The Restaurant Filigrana serves traditional Galician cuisine and has a terrace overlooking the gardens. There is also a library with a Baroque fireplace. The hotel is set in a residential area, just 3 km from Santiago's historic centre. There is an access by bus, with a bus stop outside the hotel. There is a 24-hour reception and free parking.Show full description
In my judgement this could be one of the most ELEGANT hotels in Santiago de Compostela. It also has a great SPA.
Very stylish. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. Set in a landscape of great natural beauty, surrounded by the river Umia, this traditional rural hotel boasts lots of charm. Relax in the spacious, light and tastefully decorated rooms. You can also take a stroll through the gardens of the estate and the surrounding countryside. The establishment boasts various other facilities, including a lounge, gallery and library. It enjoys a convenient location, away from the bustle of daily modern life, but near major centres such as Pontevedra and Santiago.Show full description
I really like this place... I think it is one of the most stylish small hotels in Santiago de Compostela.
Historic. Comfortable beds. The Pazo de Bendoiro hotel, located in Lalín, has a privileged location. In the heart of the Deza Region, we stayed in this elegant property from the 19th century. We can taste their meats roasted in a traditional 19th century wood oven. XVI, in which we will lose ourselves in its impressive gardens and green areas. Its facilities combine the majesty of stone and the warmth of wood, respecting its rustic and classic style, which is reflected in all the decoration of the Pazo. Its spacious rooms offer air conditioning services, smart TV, sofa, private bathroom with hydromassage bathtub, minibar with complimentary water and Wi-Fi service. In season, you can enjoy the pool service, surrounded by a large green area, thus completing a perfect stay. In his Mesón, guests can enjoy an exquisite breakfast, as well as a careful gastronomy, whose main attraction is local and quality products. XVII, its rice dishes or the acclaimed Cocido de Lalín (declared a festival of International Tourist Interest in 2020). This offer is completed with its event rooms, with a wide variety of capacities, which allows us to celebrate any type of event. Weddings, baptisms, communions, business meetings, presentations... Its location will allow us to visit the Fervenzas do Toxa, Carboeiro Monastery, Ribeira Sacra, visits to wineries, the Casa do Patrón Ethnographic Museum, Serra do Candán, Pazo de Oca... And its access to the N-525 and the AP- 9, will allow us to move around Galicia with the greatest comfort: Santiago de Compostela 30 minutes away, Ourense 40 minutes away, Rías Baixas 60 minutes away.Show full description
Great location. Popular among couples. Housed in a mansion built in the 17th century, Parador de Cambados is a charming hotel located on the lush, green landscapes of the Rías Baixas on the Galician coastline. This hotel is perfect for a rural getaway next to the sea in Galicia. Here you can enjoy long walks by the sea and breathe the fresh air. Parador de Cambados also has its own pretty interior courtyard, where you can relax with a book, or soak up the sunshine in the summer months. Stroll around the hotel gardens and take a dip in the outdoor swimming pool in warmer weather. In the evening you can enjoy local-style cuisine in the hotel’s own restaurant, which serves excellent seafood that you can accompany with a bottle of fine regional wine. . Show full description
Historic property. Friendly staff. Located in the Ribeira Sacra area of Galicia, this 18th-century manor house combines beautiful rural surroundings with traditional grandeur. It has a large garden. The elegant rooms at the Casa Grande de Rosende feature antique furniture and wooden floors and beams. Each room is equipped with a private bathroom, a TV and free Wi-Fi. The Casa Grande has a library with board games, a chapel with a painted ceiling and a lounge with a large open fireplace. A home-made breakfast is served daily, and the restaurant serves traditional Galician food. The area surrounding Rosende is popular for canoeing and hiking, and you can hire bicycles from the Casa Grande’s reception. Aguas Santas Golf Course is around 10 minutes’ drive away.Show full description
This might be one of the most HISTORIC small hotels in Santiago de Compostela.
Beach front location. Amazing pool. The luxurious 4-star Gran Hotel Los Abetos is set in the San Lazaro neighbourhood, offering impressive views of Santiago de Compostela. It offers an outdoor swimming pool during summer and a free onsite parking. Each air-conditioned room in Los Abetos has free Wi-Fi and a large flat-screen TV. All rooms are soundproofed, and all have marble bathrooms. The Gran Hotel Los Abetos has a tennis court, as well as 2 saunas and a gym. Staff will be happy to advise on golf courses and other outdoor activities. The hotel’s Bordon Restaurant offers a good range of regional dishes, and has a well-stocked wine cellar. You can enjoy city views from the poolside bar and there is also a lobby bar with a piano. Los Abetos is located just off the Camino de Santiago Pilgrimage Route, close to the Galician Convention Centre, As Cancelas Shopping Centre and the Galicia Culture City. Santiago Airport is 10 minutes away.Show full description
Elegant. Great restaurant. Pazo Santa María is an 18th-century property, set in 35,000 m² of gardens. It is near the town of Arzúa, 28km from Santiago de Compostela Airport. This historic building has original stone walls and wooden beams. There are relaxing lounges, with a library and an open fireplace. Free Wi-Fi access is available in public areas. Rooms at Pazo Santa María are spacious and charming. They have heating and a private bathroom. The hotel also has a restaurant, a bar and a terrace, with impressive views. At Pazo Santa María you can also rent a bicycle, get tourist information of the area and El Camino de Santiago Pilgrimage Route or get a massage. The French route of the Camino de Santiago is 1 km away and the Camino Primitivo and Camino Norte are on the edge of the hotel's grounds. Free private parking is available at the hotel.Show full description
Casa rural A Mimoseira is a country hotel in Nigoi, Pazo nº 7, A Estrada, Pontevedra. 30 km from Santiago de Compostela. Set in gardens and surrounded by forest, it has a tennis court, free parking and free Wi-Fi. Traditionally decorated, Casa rural A Mimoseira features stone walls and wooden beams. All heated rooms have a TV and private bathroom, as well as views of the garden or countryside. You can relax on the terrace in the garden, or in front of the huge stone fireplace in the lounge. There is a reading room and games room. The hotel restaurant serves home-made regional dishes. Casa rural A Mimoseira also has vending machines and barbecue facilities.Show full description
A Pena de Augasantas is located in Oca de Abaixo, in the Galician countryside 25 minutes' drive from Santiago de Compostela. This charming 18th-century house has a quiet garden and a lounge with an open fire. The rooms at A Pena de Augasantas feature modern, rustic décor with stone walls and wooden floors. Each one has a private bathroom. At A Pena de Augasantas there is a restaurant which serves traditional home-made Galician food using organic ingredients. you will find a garden and a terrace. Other facilities offered at the property include a shared lounge, a games room and a tour desk. The property offers free parking. A Pena de Augasantas is located close to the Camino de Santiago Pilgrimage Route, and they offer a free pick-up and drop-off service along the Arzúa-O Pedrouzo route. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including fishing and hiking.Show full description
Close to beach front. Luxurious. Stunning pool facilities. This complex on Galicia’s Costa da Morte offers unique and charming ECO-Hotel with 7 rooms, all different, 2 full rental houses, 3 apartments and 4 cabins among the trees with spectacular views. Set in 13,000 m2 of grounds, it includes an seasonal pool, miniature golf and free Wi-Fi throughout the complex. The main building of the Complejo Turístico Rural A TORRE DE LAXE dates from the early 20th century. Each of the hotel rooms, houses and apartments in A Torre de Laxe is decorated with restored and antique furniture. All have underfloor heating, generated by renewable energies (aerothermy) and some have hot tubs or balconies. The cabins have a more modern and minimalist decoration, they have air conditioning. It has a grand façade, marble staircases and a lounge with fireplace. The dining room offers guests homemade breakfast. A Torre de Laxe is just 3 km from Laxe and Soesto Beaches y de Traba. There is free parking on site.Show full description
This is likely one of the most LUXURIOUS country houses in Santiago de Compostela. It also has a great beach front location, lovely pool facilities and great tennis facilities!
Cosy. Great location. This 18th-century manor house is located in the historic centre of Lugo, next to the famous Roman city walls. It offers stylish, air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi and a TV. The rooms at Monumento Pazo de Orbán feature a mix of traditional and modern décor with wooden floors. Each one comes with a minibar, a safe and a private bathroom. Some rooms have views of the city walls, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Pazo de Orbán’s restaurant serves traditional Galician food. The hotel has a charming café with a terrace, and there is also an on-site tavern. Located on a pedestrian street, Hotel Monumento Pazo de Orbán has a private car park just a few metres from the hotel. Staff at reception can provide information about what to see and do in Lugo. The hotel is a 2-minute walk from Plaza del Campo, the beginning of Rúa Nova and Rúa de la Cruz, Lugo’s main tapas streets. The Cathedral is just 200 metres away, and the Plaza Mayor is 5 minutes’ walk away.Show full description
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