Hotel Virxe da Cerca by Pousadas de Compostela

4.0 star property
City-center hotel within walking distance of Santiago de Compostela Cathedral

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In the heart of Santiago de Compostela, Hotel Virxe da Cerca by Pousadas de Compostela offers a tranquil escape. Unwind in the garden, explore the library or grab a coffee at the cafe; with helpful staff and free WiFi, you'll feel right at home.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business center
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Front-desk safe
  • Meeting room
  • Multilingual staff

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping

Why we love this property

Historic city center gem
Marvel at the historic elegance of this hotel nestled in the heart of the city center. A peaceful garden offers a scenic retreat from urban exploration.
Cafe with breakfast
This hotel features a cafe where travelers can start their day with a satisfying buffet breakfast. Morning meals set the tone for adventures ahead.
Dreamy slumber spot
High-end bedding with hypo-allergenic options cradles guests into peaceful slumber. After a good rest, minibar treats await in each room.

Room options

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Showing 4 of 4 rooms

Standard Double Room Single Use

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
Daily housekeeping
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

Standard Double or Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
Daily housekeeping
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Superior Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
Daily housekeeping
  • 21 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Rua Virxe da Cerca, 27, Santiago de Compostela, La Coruna, 15703

What's nearby

  • University of Santiago de Compostela - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mercado de Abastos de Santiago - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santiago de Compostela Cathedral - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Santiago de Compostela Tourism Office - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Obradoiro Square - 6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Santiago de Compostela (SCQ-Lavacolla) - 25 min drive
  • La Coruna (LCG) - 46 min drive
  • Santiago de Compostela Station - 17 min walk
  • Padrón Station - 22 min drive
  • Ordes Station - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪a viñoteca do mercado - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Momo Pub - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Casa Pepe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Porta do Camiño - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Riquela - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hotel Virxe da Cerca by Pousadas de Compostela

Hotel Virxe da Cerca by Pousadas de Compostela offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Santiago de Compostela Cathedral. Other highlights at this historic hotel include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 42 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children (3 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Offsite parking within 164 ft (EUR 15 per day)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–11:00 AM
  • Coffee shop
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry service
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 59

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Plasma television

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.20 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 14 for adults and EUR 7 for children

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 8 and February 28.

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for EUR 30 per day

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs EUR 15 per day (164 ft away)

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Cashless transactions are available.
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Hotel Virxe
Hotel Virxe da Cerca
Hotel Virxe da Cerca Santiago de Compostela
Virxe
Virxe da Cerca
Virxe da Cerca Hotel
Virxe da Cerca Santiago de Compostela
Hotel Virxe da Cerca
Hotel Virxe da Cerca by Pousadas de Compostela Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Virxe da Cerca by Pousadas de Compostela currently open?

The property is closed between December 8 and February 28.

Does Hotel Virxe da Cerca by Pousadas de Compostela offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel Virxe da Cerca by Pousadas de Compostela does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Virxe da Cerca by Pousadas de Compostela?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Virxe da Cerca by Pousadas de Compostela?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon.

What is there to do at Hotel Virxe da Cerca by Pousadas de Compostela and nearby?

Hotel Virxe da Cerca by Pousadas de Compostela has a garden.

What's the area around Hotel Virxe da Cerca by Pousadas de Compostela like?

Hotel Virxe da Cerca by Pousadas de Compostela is in Santiago de Compostela City Centre, a short 7-minute walk from Santiago de Compostela Cathedral and 5 minutes' walk from San Martino Pinario Monastery.

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Reviews

Hotel Virxe da Cerca by Pousadas de Compostela Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.4

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently good and a highlight of the stay at this property. (13 reviews)
  • The property offers excellent dining options with great service, recommendations, and a convenient location near local restaurants. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely property with gorgeous garden, we loved the historic charm of the place and the breakfast was very nice
Karen Lynn, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel and it’s far enough away from city center to be quiet, yet, just a short walk to all of the main attractions. Good breakfast buffet and lovely staff.
Vivian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The garden area is amazing and it’s located very close to everything!
Antonio, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A great place to stay! The staff couldn’t have been more friendly and helpful and the vocation was ideal for access to the old city.
Richard, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The rooms were lovely and the staff super friendly and accommodating. The breakfast buffet is a total must!
Leslie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We stayed here 2 nights after the Camino del Norte and loved it. A beautiful, well located historic building; efficient friendly staff, and a great breakfast.
DONNA, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel and conveniently located in the middle of town. Front desk personnel were super helpful with all of my questions.
Deanna, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel, very nice bedroom with a nice view, traditional architecture and furnishings. All in all, a little gem of a historical hotel.
Arthur Dominic, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff are friendly and attentive. Lydia provided excellent dining recommendations.
Carolyn, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Alan & Annette

Excellent location, breakfast very good and the staff were very friendly and helpful. We would recommend this Hotel
Alan, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely old property with great central location
Mary, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A garden in town

Excellent stay well located clean and friendly hotel. Outstanding breakfast
Michel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel

Great hotel, pleasant staff. Great breakfast. Close to all sights
Coral, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The property is stunning. The moment you walk in the door you know it’s going to be spectacular.
John, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I stayed at the San Francisco hotel a few days earlier. The virxe da circa hotel is a much better place
Thuan, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice…place Very nice…staff Very nice…condition
JAE SEONG, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Our favorite hotel in Santiago!

Charming, beautiful Old World feel. Staff very friendly and helpful. Very close to the cathedral. I hope to stay here again!
Peri, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This was the perfect place for my stay in Santiago de Compostela! It is right on the edge of the central district, with easy access to shopping and a short walk from the cathedral. The property is beautifully decorated, well-kept and comfortable.
Christopher, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This was one of the best hotel experiences of my life and I have stared at hundreds.
Lynn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very comfortable, quiet and with nice historic elements. Staff were great, helpful and friendly. East walk from the old town.
Jane, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

What a wonderful place. They have the courtyard in the middle that is so inviting. Great for a cup of coffe or drink in the evening. The service was amazing and the breakfast was really good. Easy walk to the city center and the local places to eat.
Athanasios, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful old Monk’s quarter converted to hotel has a beautiful and convenient setting. Easy walking to sites, shops and restaurants. Wonderful and bilingual staff. Hotel has a great coffee / bar area also has a buffet breakfast if desired. Staff very helpful. No wash cloths but good towels.
nancy, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice and well located hotel. Beautiful garden and singing birds all time. It’s like a paradise! Rooms and overall the staff are great, friendly. I’d highly recommend this hotel! You won’t be disappointed!
Antonio, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic
Carmen c, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We upgraded to room that was part of the old Jesuit monastery with lots of stone, very nice. Nice green area in the back and cozy little areas for sitting. Staff was very knowledgeable/helpful. We would highly recommend this hotel!
Deborah, 3-night trip