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Hotel San Lazaro

A straightforward base in Santiago de Compostela, a 20-minute walk from the cathedral, with garden views, free Wi-Fi, and a busy bus stop outside.

  • Garden views from many rooms
  • Bus stop right outside for easy airport access
  • Parking available on site
8.4 Great 2647 reviews Booking.com 8.4 · 2647 reviews

About

Hotel San Lazaro

Hotel San Lazaro sits on Rua Valino, about 20 minutes' walk from the Cathedral de Santiago de Compostela and the Medieval Markets. The hotel has 36 rooms, many looking out over the garden, and provides Wi-Fi throughout, plus car rental and a concierge desk for arranging tours and tickets.

Guests return for the attentive front-desk staff and the convenient bus stop just outside, which connects to the airport and the city centre. The on-site restaurant serves breakfast with fresh bread, cheese, and eggs made to order, and there is a bar and lounge area for unwinding. Parking is available, which is a practical bonus in the city.

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Concierge desk
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Staff consistently praised — Guests repeatedly highlight the front desk team's helpfulness, politeness, and good restaurant recommendations.
  • Convenient transport links — A bus stop right outside connects to the airport and city, making the hotel a practical choice for getting around without a car.
  • Garden views and quiet rooms — Many rooms overlook the garden, and guests mention enjoying the view while relaxing — a calm touch in a city base.
  • Good breakfast with made-to-order eggs — Breakfast includes fresh bread, cheese, and eggs cooked to order, which guests appreciate.

Worth weighing

3 to weigh
  • Facilities score lower than other categories — While rooms and staff rate highly, facilities score 7.8 — the lowest category — suggesting the common areas or extras may feel basic.
  • Limited room types for families — The rooms listed are mostly singles and doubles; only a quadruple room is mentioned for larger groups, and family-specific amenities are limited.
  • No air conditioning listed — Rooms come with heating, but air conditioning isn't mentioned. If visiting in summer, the room may feel warm.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Deluxe Single Room

  • 1 Single bed

Quadruple Room

  • Sleeping arrangements for 4 persons
  • Shower
  • Heating

Basic Double Room

  • 1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Heating

Triple Room

  • Sleeping arrangements for 3 persons
  • Shower
  • Heating

Twin Room

  • 2 Single beds,1 Single bed
  • Shower
  • Heating

Deluxe Twin Room

  • 2 Single beds,1 King-size bed,1 Double bed
  • Heating

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Concierge desk
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Food & Drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus
  • Children's menu

Room Amenities

  • Heating
  • Free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
  • Parquet floor

Family & Accessibility

  • Cots
  • Toilet for disabled

Leisure

  • Leisure/ TV room

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

8.4
Great 2647 reviews

Guest-rated 8.4/10 from 2,647 reviews

Booking.com · 8.4 · 2647 reviews
8.4Verified guest

“The food was lovely, and the quadruple room felt modern. The staff were very polite and suggested some great restaurants.”

8.4Verified guest

“Rooms were nicely furnished with central heating, a multi-channel TV, and a writing desk. The location was a short walk to Santiago and the As Cancelas shopping centre, and about 15 minutes from the Tourism Office.”

8.4Verified guest

“Comfortable bed and a warm, powerful shower. The cleanliness stood out, and being close to the bus routes made it easy to get to the airport.”

8.4Verified guest

“The staff were exceptionally nice and polite.”

8.4Verified guest

“I've stayed at San Lazaro several times visiting Santiago and it never disappoints. Comfortable beds, really good service from the front desk, and a great position on the bus route — just a 20-minute walk to the cathedral.”

8.4Verified guest

“Comfortable room and attentive staff. The front desk team was really helpful, and breakfast had a good selection of fresh items like bread, cheese, and eggs made to order.”

04 — Location

Getting around Santiago de Compostela

The property sits in Santiago de Compostela.

Cathedral de Santiago de Compostela: About a 20-minute walk away, this Roman Catholic cathedral is the city's centrepiece and a major pilgrimage destination. Allow time to explore the old town around it.

Medieval Markets: Roughly 20 minutes on foot, these markets offer a glimpse into local life and crafts. A good option for an afternoon stroll.

As Cancelas shopping centre: A large shopping centre nearby, mentioned by guests as a pleasant surprise — convenient for picking up anything you need.

Rua Valino, 1, Santiago de Compostela, Galicia, 15703, Spain

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

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Check-in
From 14:00-23:59
Check-out
By 12:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Allowed
Property
30 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 14:00 until 23:59, and check-out is by 12:00.

Is parking available at Hotel San Lazaro?

Yes, parking is listed among the hotel's amenities.

Are pets allowed at the hotel?

Yes, pets are allowed.

Is Wi-Fi available in the hotel?

Yes, Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.

Does the hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site, and guests have mentioned a breakfast with fresh items like bread, cheese, and eggs made to order.

How far is the Cathedral from the hotel?

The Cathedral de Santiago de Compostela is about a 20-minute walk from the hotel.

The bottom line

Hotel San Lazaro is a dependable, well-reviewed choice that keeps things simple. You get a comfortable room, genuinely friendly staff, and a location that works for pilgrims walking to the cathedral and travellers using the bus. If you want a quiet garden view and value, this fits — just don't expect luxury extras.

8.4A solid, no-frills stay with excellent staff.

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