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Pension Casa da Balconada

3.0 star property
Pension in Santiago de Compostela, steps from Santiago de Compostela Cathedral

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In the heart of Santiago de Compostela City Centre, Pension Casa da Balconada offers a tranquil retreat with a garden and terrace. Treat yourself to spa services or stay connected with in-room WiFi. With multilingual staff, luggage storage, free newspapers, and tour assistance at your disposal. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Standard Twin Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room, Balcony | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Double Room, Balcony

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Santiago de Compostela City Centre, a neighborhood in Santiago de Compostela, Pension Casa da Balconada is near the airport. Galería de Arte Contemporáneo José Lorenzo and Sacred Art Museum are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Mercado de Abastos de Santiago and Franco Street. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Multiusos Fontes do Sar or San Lazaro Stadium.
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Calle Xelmirez 9, Santiago de Compostela, La Coruña, 15704

What's nearby

  • Santiago de Compostela Cathedral - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • San Martino Pinario Monastery - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Obradoiro Square - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Santiago de Compostela Cathedral Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Galicia Plaza - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Santiago de Compostela Station - 15 min walk
  • Santiago de Compostela (SCQ-Lavacolla) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casa Camilo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mesón O Piorno - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Café Bar Literarios - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪A Tafona do Preguntoiro - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Modus Vivendi - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Pension Casa da Balconada

Pension near Santiago de Compostela Cathedral
Close to Obradoiro Square, Pension Casa da Balconada provides amenities like a terrace and a garden. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), free newspapers, and luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance, smoke-free premises, and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Heating, daily housekeeping, and electrical adapters/chargers

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Offsite parking; discounts available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 11:00 AM - 7:00 AM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: EUR 20 per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.65 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 21 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: EUR 21 (one-way), (up to 17 years old)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Pension Casa da Balconada Santiago de Compostela
Casa da Balconada Santiago de Compostela
Casa da Balconada
Casa Da Balconada
Pension Casa da Balconada Pension
Pension Casa da Balconada Santiago de Compostela
Pension Casa da Balconada Pension Santiago de Compostela

Frequently asked questions

Is Pension Casa da Balconada pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Pension Casa da Balconada?

Pension Casa da Balconada doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Pension Casa da Balconada?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Pension Casa da Balconada?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Pension Casa da Balconada provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 21 per vehicle applies.

Where is Pension Casa da Balconada located?

Located in Santiago de Compostela City Centre, this pension is steps from University of Santiago de Compostela, Santiago de Compostela Cathedral, and Obradoiro Square. Casa do Cabildo and Fountain of the Horses are just steps away. Santiago de Compostela Station is 15 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Pension Casa da Balconada Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 127 out of 168 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 168 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 168 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 168 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 168 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good experience

The room was tiny, as expected, but clean and in a great location. The staff were also extremely helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chan Kin Yue

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Jose is very friendly and helpful throughout, helping us with luggages, laundry and taxi arrangements.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Unbeatable location

We had a perfect one night stay at Casa da Balconada. The location couldn't be better, the room was ideal, and Jose was the best host, dealing with every request quickly and helpfully. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paloma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent. I highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In old city close to all the attractions.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cute central hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay near the cathedral.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erling

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Adorable and very friendly place.

Adorable and very friendly place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marlene

Liked: Amenities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great personal attendance and everything worked perfectly during our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Easy off site parking at Station Clamente

Jose at reception was very helpful and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gianfranco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location clean and friendly owner. I would definately stay there again
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best memories from my trip contacted to this place.The location and atmosphere there is magical.Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shower head works phenomenally!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bethany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved it here—stayed for one night and it as just what we needed and wanted. The owner was very nice and we will absolutely stay here again in the future! Thank you!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotel after Walking 809 km

Excellent hotel. Small rooms but efficient use of space. Jose amd Christina were incredibly responsive. I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Winston

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Easy access. Nice people
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenichi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Charming hotel in fantastic location

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!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ines

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved staying here. After the Camino, this was the perfect place to have a bit of space to myself. Perfectly located in the heart of everything. Would stay here again next time I’m back in Santiago! Check in was convenient and easy to communicate via WhatsApp. They were super helpful is arranging a taxi to get to the airport as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

alberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the overall energy of the place. Cristina made us feel at home. She is a great host.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

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