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

Double Room, Balcony

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Standard Twin Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

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

About the neighborhood

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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

  • ‪O Bandullo do Lambón - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Casa Camilo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Café Bar Literarios - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mesón O Piorno - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Café Quintana - ‬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), luggage storage, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Smoke-free premises, multilingual staff, and free newspapers
  • 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

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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

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 136 out of 180 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 180 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 180 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 180 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 180 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The staff was terrific. Noise went on until 4:30 am in the streets and we did not sleep. University students carried on all night in the surrounding streets..be where of booking on a weekend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jens

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

Small with big service!

Lovely tiny Pension with outstanding service from the reception regarding buses for the Airport and guidance to Santiago - Amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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

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

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

Ines

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

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location was fantastic. Small tea/coffee maker would have been nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A small place in the center of the town. The staff is extremely warm and helpful - arranged a car to pick up me at the airport, stayed till midnight to wait for me to check in and even to have carried my suitcase on spiral staircase to 3rd floor!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Susan Nanette

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

Great location but LOUD

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Service was great, we were allowed to check in early about 1:00 p.m., which was very helpful, the place was clean in an excellent area of Santiago, very close to Cathedral square. Only down side was it was very warm in the room, but the weather was unseasonably warm, so not sure that is their fault. would definitely stay there again, very good value for the price
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Leonardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claudette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathryn

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

6/10 Okay

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Darrell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small but adequate and comfortable. Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This pension was clean and the location very close to the cathedral. The staff was courteous and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria Elvira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Espectacular!!!! Que lugar tan acogedor , limpio y MUY bien ubicado
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

CECILIA

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

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

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