Name: Casa da Balconada
Address: Rúa de Xelmírez 9, Santiago de Compostela Historic Centre, Santiago de Compostela, Santiago, Galicia, Spain, Santiago de Compostela, A Coruña, ES
Price range: $111–$189 per night
Rating: 9.1

What guests think

At Casa da Balconada, reviewers highlight a superb old-town location steps from Santiago’s cathedral, exceptionally kind and helpful hosts, compact yet comfortable rooms, and generally clean, well-presented spaces with charming historic character and some thoughtful touches.

Light sleepers report late-night street noise and cathedral bells, particularly in street‑facing rooms. Access involves steep, narrow stairs and there is no elevator, which can be difficult with heavy bags or limited mobility. A few guests noted small bathrooms, occasional maintenance or supply issues, and limited in-room amenities. Expect a cozy, characterful base best for travellers who can handle stairs and don’t need absolute quiet.

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Facilities

Historic building with steep, narrow stairs and no elevator; access can be challenging with bags or mobility issues.

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Grant

Oct 22, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Pros: next to the cathedral, area is very safe and clean, room is modern/updated and clean, and staff is very friendly and helpful Cons: next the cathedral (bell tolls every 30 mins), you need to walk and carry all you luggage/gear in and out, no elevator (but staff will carry your luggage/gearupstairs good luck getting it down.

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Colette

May 3, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great hotel Why not a perfect score ???? Details : the stairs are super steep (like often in Europe but steeper than most) and the bells through the night every 15 minutes!!!!’

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kim

Jul 14, 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

The hotel has a perfect location in the middle of the historic centre. The reception on arrival was friendly and clear. Our room, and bathroom, were small but nicely furnished and the bed very comfortable. Both rooms really need a couple of hooks though for towels, coats etc. My only complaint would be the smell of smoke from the ‘smoking area’ of the reception, and the perfumed air freshener that didn’t hide it. But, I would definitely stay here again. Breakfast isn’t provided, but plenty of delicious breakfasts available a few steps away.

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Claudette

Oct 31, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Casa da balconada Sweet little place practically next door to the cathedral. Just six rooms on three floors. Cristina, the owner and amazing one-woman operator of this fairly-recently renovated mini hotel, manages to keep things running smoothly. The rehab of this ancient edifice was done with style and panache while attaining the most efficient usage of square inches/centimeters seen on land. If you want to be near all of the tourist action of the casco viejo, you can’t find a better location. Each floor of Casa da Balconada has two rooms. We spent the first two of our four nights in the front room facing the street. It was a Friday and Saturday and things got boisterous at times out on the street. We moved to the back twin-bedded room facing an internal patio, and it was perfectly quiet. The beds are comfortable, the heating and the Wi-Fi worked well. And Cristina was a charming attentive hostess. If you are not young and fit the steep narrow stairs to the three floors could be a challenge. We are not young, but we are fit, and the stairs were not a problem for us. Highly recommend Cristina’s Casa da Balconada.

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Anne

Sep 30, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

It’s a nice quiet little pension house just steps from the Cathedral. Those with issues might find the stairs to get to the room difficult to negotiate. We did not have a problem. Beds were so comfortable especially after our Camino. The lobby and sitting area on the first floor are so cute! I would definitely stay here whenever I’m in the area.

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Virginia

Jun 23, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great position near to the Cathedral, bars and restaurants but as a result the rooms were very noisy until 4.00am with people shouting and singing outside even with the window shut. The ticket which we were given for the car park discount was not valid when we tried to redeem it.

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Elisa

Apr 30, 2023

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Location was spectacular. Steps from the cathedral. Air conditioner worked perfectly. Christina made our stay very comfortable and even made our dinner reservations for us.

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Francisco

Oct 20, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Nos fue terrible. Mi esposa le cuesta mucho subir escaleras y nos pusieron en una habitación en un segundo piso y se negaron a cambiarla

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Susan Nanette

Oct 25, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

This is a great location however, if you have a room facing the street be prepared for loud revelers until early morning! The spiral staircase to access the rooms is very difficult to get luggage up and down. The staff was very helpful.

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Michelle

Sep 21, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

This property is within 5 minutes of the Cathedral and plaza! Close and convenient to food, historical sites, and laundry. The staff were very kind and helpful and they had the most comfortable beds we had slept in across Spain! The one warning I would give is that like most European hotels, there is not an elevator. Fantastic location!!

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Cleanliness

Rooms and common areas are consistently described as very clean and well kept. A few guests reported minor issues like missing toiletries or shower leaks.

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Yaiza

Nov 11, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

El personal muy amable y muy atento en todo momento. Las habitaciones muy limpias y modernas. Muy satisfechos

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Olga

Jul 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The Casa da Balconada is a cute, boutique-like small hotel. Everything is clean to the detail, and the rooms are beautifully set. I had a room with a balcony, and great views of the cathedral. The staff is polite and supportive. Perfect for staying in a peaceful environment and, at the same time, very convenient to explore restaurants, historic places, religious monuments.

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Edgar

May 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

There were not shampoo and soap in the dispenser, I had to call to claim them to bring some. Water went out of the shower, I had to use the towels to dry the flor. For price the room and bathroom are very small, also no coffe in the loby nor in the room. No closet for cloth - very uncomfortable for the price.

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Marlene

Apr 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The owner went out of his way to offer helpful information about restaurants and directions. He also carried my bag to room! And when I stopped in briefly and sat in the lobby, he offered me cold waters! The room was cozy, luxurious, and clean. I highly recommend this centrally located hotel.

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Maria Elvira

Sep 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Espectacular!!!! Que lugar tan acogedor , limpio y MUY bien ubicado

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Gianfranco

May 16, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Location clean and friendly owner. I would definately stay there again

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Alejandra

Nov 21, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Excelente ubicación, la habitación y baño, impecables, con buen gusto y todo nuevo. El único punto a mejorar es la almohada para cama matrimonial. Es una sola y para mí es muy incómodo ( casi no pude dormir). Por lo demás,. Excelente!

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Amy

Oct 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was very nice and helpful. Room was clean. However we were unable to sleep because of the rowdy noise that went on until 4;30 am.

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Fabiano

Jan 2, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Awesome location; staff members are incredible, great attention. Room is small but comfortable and clean.

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Shawn

Oct 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This pension was clean and the location very close to the cathedral. The staff was courteous and helpful.

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Rooms

Rooms are small but thoughtfully laid out, modern, and comfortable; some have balconies or cathedral views. Street-facing rooms can be noisy and a few guests noted bathroom noise or limited storage.

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Darrell

Oct 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Small but adequate and comfortable. Friendly staff

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Claudette

Oct 31, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Casa da balconada Sweet little place practically next door to the cathedral. Just six rooms on three floors. Cristina, the owner and amazing one-woman operator of this fairly-recently renovated mini hotel, manages to keep things running smoothly. The rehab of this ancient edifice was done with style and panache while attaining the most efficient usage of square inches/centimeters seen on land. If you want to be near all of the tourist action of the casco viejo, you can’t find a better location. Each floor of Casa da Balconada has two rooms. We spent the first two of our four nights in the front room facing the street. It was a Friday and Saturday and things got boisterous at times out on the street. We moved to the back twin-bedded room facing an internal patio, and it was perfectly quiet. The beds are comfortable, the heating and the Wi-Fi worked well. And Cristina was a charming attentive hostess. If you are not young and fit the steep narrow stairs to the three floors could be a challenge. We are not young, but we are fit, and the stairs were not a problem for us. Highly recommend Cristina’s Casa da Balconada.

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Anne

Sep 30, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

It’s a nice quiet little pension house just steps from the Cathedral. Those with issues might find the stairs to get to the room difficult to negotiate. We did not have a problem. Beds were so comfortable especially after our Camino. The lobby and sitting area on the first floor are so cute! I would definitely stay here whenever I’m in the area.

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Teagan

Sep 7, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We really enjoyed staying at this property. The hotel itself is full of charm and personality. We stayed in a room with a balcony, and we loved it. The employees are very kind and there were umbrellas for us to borrow in the rain. We would absolutely stay here again. The location was amazing with the main cathedral very, very close and good food and shopping options all around. Our main gripe with the place is that we struggled sleeping. The toilet in the room was making a lot of noise at random times. The windows and door are not very sound proof and we could hear conversations on the street outside and in the hallways of the hotel. Make sure you bring earplugs.

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Robert

Apr 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Our room was lovely with a beautiful view. What made our experience particularly enjoyable was Jose who worked the front desk. He was very nice and came running up the stairs when he heard me stumble and spill a coffee. He even offered to go buy me another one which was very kind. And he arranged a taxi for us and helped with our bags. It was so nice to meet him and he made our stay so enjoyable and memorable.

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Susan Nanette

Oct 25, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

This is a great location however, if you have a room facing the street be prepared for loud revelers until early morning! The spiral staircase to access the rooms is very difficult to get luggage up and down. The staff was very helpful.

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Fabiano

Jan 2, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Awesome location; staff members are incredible, great attention. Room is small but comfortable and clean.

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karla

Sep 9, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It's literally right around the corner from the cathedral. Christina was friendly and super helpful. We were staying for 3 nights. The original room was a bit small for relaxing and working. They moved us to a bigger room. (Which didn't have a balcony) which was more comfortable for the 2 of us just hanging out enjoying Spain!

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Frank

Oct 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff is wonderful and very accommodating. The hotel is just minutes away from the Compostela. The room is nicely decorated and the stone walls are reminiscent of this ancient city.

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Michelle

Sep 21, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

This property is within 5 minutes of the Cathedral and plaza! Close and convenient to food, historical sites, and laundry. The staff were very kind and helpful and they had the most comfortable beds we had slept in across Spain! The one warning I would give is that like most European hotels, there is not an elevator. Fantastic location!!

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Service

Service is widely praised as exceptionally friendly, attentive, and proactive, with staff (notably Cristina and Jose) offering recommendations, arranging taxis, and helping with luggage. Communication is easy, and assistance often exceeds expectations.

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Cathryn

Oct 27, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The location in the historic district of Santiago de Campostela was perfect for exploring the area. The staff was so helpful in suggesting activities and dining options. They brought my luggage up to my room and back down, scheduled a taxi for me to get to the train station when I left, and were so kind to me. I would definitely stay here again.

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Jens

Jul 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely tiny Pension with outstanding service from the reception regarding buses for the Airport and guidance to Santiago - Amazing.

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Jan

Aug 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Wonderful staff. Great advice on where to buy artisanal cheese and fresh bread, and where to buy a coffee. Helpful with getting our luggage to our room, and helped us plan our travel to Sarria.

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Randy

Oct 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was always available through WhatsApp, was extremely helpful, and spoke both Spanish and English. I highly recommend this hotel.

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Chan Kin Yue

May 23, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Jose is very friendly and helpful throughout, helping us with luggages, laundry and taxi arrangements.

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Robert

Apr 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Our room was lovely with a beautiful view. What made our experience particularly enjoyable was Jose who worked the front desk. He was very nice and came running up the stairs when he heard me stumble and spill a coffee. He even offered to go buy me another one which was very kind. And he arranged a taxi for us and helped with our bags. It was so nice to meet him and he made our stay so enjoyable and memorable.

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Scott

Jun 3, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Nice guest rooms in a charming 14th? Century building in old town, only steps from the end point of camino de santiago. Staff was extremely helpful - did our laundry after we finished the camino (for free) and arranged taxis for us. Really enjoyed our stay.

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Marlene

Apr 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The owner went out of his way to offer helpful information about restaurants and directions. He also carried my bag to room! And when I stopped in briefly and sat in the lobby, he offered me cold waters! The room was cozy, luxurious, and clean. I highly recommend this centrally located hotel.

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sandra

Oct 16, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Excellent hotel. Small rooms but efficient use of space. Jose amd Christina were incredibly responsive. I would stay here again.

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Mark

Aug 10, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Wonderful location and most hospitable and helpful owners available with anything you need. My favorite accommodations so far on my trip through Portugal and Spain.

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Location

Outstanding central location in the old town, steps from the cathedral and close to restaurants and sights. The trade-off is frequent late-night street noise and cathedral bells that can disturb sleep.

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Cathryn

Oct 27, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The location in the historic district of Santiago de Campostela was perfect for exploring the area. The staff was so helpful in suggesting activities and dining options. They brought my luggage up to my room and back down, scheduled a taxi for me to get to the train station when I left, and were so kind to me. I would definitely stay here again.

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Kenichi

Oct 20, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Spent 2 nights at the end of the Camino at the Balconada. While the rooms are small the location can't be beat, just around the corner from the cathedral. The hotel was very helpful with recommendations and ordered a taxi for us to get to the airport. Would definitely come back!

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Samuel

Sep 13, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

In very walkable area, very close to Cathedral, Museo de Peregrinos, fabulous restaurants.

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Kevin

Aug 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The location was excellent located in the old town and close to de compostela.

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Teagan

Sep 7, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We really enjoyed staying at this property. The hotel itself is full of charm and personality. We stayed in a room with a balcony, and we loved it. The employees are very kind and there were umbrellas for us to borrow in the rain. We would absolutely stay here again. The location was amazing with the main cathedral very, very close and good food and shopping options all around. Our main gripe with the place is that we struggled sleeping. The toilet in the room was making a lot of noise at random times. The windows and door are not very sound proof and we could hear conversations on the street outside and in the hallways of the hotel. Make sure you bring earplugs.

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Odislene

Oct 14, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Centric. Close to the Cathedral and a great finish to the Camino. But the real differentiator is the staff attentions. They guve all the info and recommendations you are looking for to get the most of your end goal when finishing the Camino de Santiago. Really recommneded.

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Susan Nanette

Oct 25, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

This is a great location however, if you have a room facing the street be prepared for loud revelers until early morning! The spiral staircase to access the rooms is very difficult to get luggage up and down. The staff was very helpful.

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Leonardo

May 12, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Nestled in the historic Santiago, this place offers a vibrant and convenient stay, with its prime location within walking distance of Santiago Cathedral and other main attractions. The dining experience is a highlight, showcasing local seafood that enrich the stay. The staff's warmth and efficiency enhance the overall experience. However, guests should be aware that the house central location exposes it to the lively nightlife, particularly on Saturdays, which might disrupt the sleep of light sleepers.

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Fabiano

Jan 2, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Awesome location; staff members are incredible, great attention. Room is small but comfortable and clean.

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Michelle

Sep 21, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

This property is within 5 minutes of the Cathedral and plaza! Close and convenient to food, historical sites, and laundry. The staff were very kind and helpful and they had the most comfortable beds we had slept in across Spain! The one warning I would give is that like most European hotels, there is not an elevator. Fantastic location!!

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Dining

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Cathryn

Oct 27, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The location in the historic district of Santiago de Campostela was perfect for exploring the area. The staff was so helpful in suggesting activities and dining options. They brought my luggage up to my room and back down, scheduled a taxi for me to get to the train station when I left, and were so kind to me. I would definitely stay here again.

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Samuel

Sep 13, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

In very walkable area, very close to Cathedral, Museo de Peregrinos, fabulous restaurants.

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Jan

Aug 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Wonderful staff. Great advice on where to buy artisanal cheese and fresh bread, and where to buy a coffee. Helpful with getting our luggage to our room, and helped us plan our travel to Sarria.

10

Olga

Jul 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The Casa da Balconada is a cute, boutique-like small hotel. Everything is clean to the detail, and the rooms are beautifully set. I had a room with a balcony, and great views of the cathedral. The staff is polite and supportive. Perfect for staying in a peaceful environment and, at the same time, very convenient to explore restaurants, historic places, religious monuments.

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kim

Jul 14, 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

The hotel has a perfect location in the middle of the historic centre. The reception on arrival was friendly and clear. Our room, and bathroom, were small but nicely furnished and the bed very comfortable. Both rooms really need a couple of hooks though for towels, coats etc. My only complaint would be the smell of smoke from the ‘smoking area’ of the reception, and the perfumed air freshener that didn’t hide it. But, I would definitely stay here again. Breakfast isn’t provided, but plenty of delicious breakfasts available a few steps away.

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Sarah

May 25, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Small boutique hotel close to Santiago Cathedral. Walking distance to dining, park, and tourist locations. The owner, Cristina, is wonderful... Friendly and attentive. I would recommend this place!!

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Elisa

Apr 30, 2023

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Location was spectacular. Steps from the cathedral. Air conditioner worked perfectly. Christina made our stay very comfortable and even made our dinner reservations for us.

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Michelle

Apr 27, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Our stay was short but lovely, so close to the cathedral! Cristina was wonderful and gave us a restaurant recommendation we really enjoyed. She arranged a taxi for us as well so we didn't have to worry about that.

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Odislene

Oct 14, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Centric. Close to the Cathedral and a great finish to the Camino. But the real differentiator is the staff attentions. They guve all the info and recommendations you are looking for to get the most of your end goal when finishing the Camino de Santiago. Really recommneded.

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Leonardo

May 12, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Nestled in the historic Santiago, this place offers a vibrant and convenient stay, with its prime location within walking distance of Santiago Cathedral and other main attractions. The dining experience is a highlight, showcasing local seafood that enrich the stay. The staff's warmth and efficiency enhance the overall experience. However, guests should be aware that the house central location exposes it to the lively nightlife, particularly on Saturdays, which might disrupt the sleep of light sleepers.

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4	5 $155	6 $177	7	8	9	10
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25 $189	26 $112	27 $111	28 $111	29 $111	30 $114	31 $111

Casa da Balconada

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