Albergue So Por Hoje , Albergue Para Peregrinos Del Caminho De Santiago - Astorga

Albergue Só Por Hoje in Astorga: A Camino pilgrim albergue with Brazilian home cooking and attentive host

Accommodations

Albergue Só Por Hoje provides single beds without bunk beds in its dormitory, with real bed linen and towels provided. Private double rooms are also available, each with a private or shared bathroom equipped with a bidet, free toiletries, a scale, and footcare products. The dormitory room includes a TV, microwave, and kitchenware, while the heated accommodation features parquet floors and a designated smoking area.

Dining

A standout feature is the optional communal dinner prepared by the host, which serves Brazilian home cooking such as rice, black beans, and chicken. Guests receive a packed breakfast to go, containing items like bread, jam, juice, and a banana, or they can enjoy breakfast in the shared lounge. The albergue also has a coffee house on site, wine and champagne available, and a vending machine for snacks and drinks.

Guest Services & Amenities

Laundry service is offered for €10, with washing and drying handled by the host. The albergue provides free fast WiFi (389 Mbps), lockers for storage, and a shared lounge/TV area with board games and puzzles. Outdoor amenities include a sun terrace, outdoor furniture, and bicycle parking, plus CCTV cameras inside and outside the property for security.

Location

Albergue So Por Hoje sits directly on the Camino de Santiago route, a 5-minute walk from Palacio Episcopal de Astorga. The property is 25 miles from León Airport, with nearby attractions including Junta de Castilla y León (29 miles) and MUSAC-Castile & León Museum (29 miles). Guests have convenient access to the center of Astorga, known for its evening atmosphere with local families and children playing.

Community & Experience

The host, a former pilgrim herself, shares her personal Camino story during the optional communal dinner, fostering connection among guests. The albergue offers themed dinner nights and board games/puzzles in the shared lounge. Many guests describe the stay as feeling like family, with the host providing thoughtful touches such as newspaper for drying shoes and tea kettles in private rooms.

• Location: On the Camino, 5 min walk to Palacio Episcopal de Astorga
• Rooms: Single beds (no bunks) and private rooms with real linen & towels
• Dining: Optional communal Brazilian dinner & packed breakfast to go
• Services: Laundry service for €10, lockers, free fast WiFi (389 Mbps)
• Unique: Host is a former pilgrim who shares her story and provides footcare amenities

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