Albergue El Palo de Avellano

This was an OK place got the job done

Good outdoor laundry area with big tub, racks and line for handwashing. Good dinner for EUR18 choice of fish or pork rib mains (did not have to buy wine as per an older comment). 6.30am breakfast of Cornflakes, tinned fruit, toast, tea/coffee included in price. We had a spacious, clean private room and en suite bathroom. No AC but rooms had a fan which we really needed in the heat. For our stay the overnight temperature was 25C even at midnight so was hard to sleep even with our skylight window open and the fan on. I don’t know how I would’ve coped in the general albergue shared room with more bodies especially if I’d had a top bunk where heat rises.

the location was near the local bar/restaurant a lot of pilgrims hung out at. the rooms were spacious, clean, and comfortable. they provided cotton sheets and a blanket as well!

showers had hot water and bathrooms attached to each room so the groups got their own bathrooms. the lady at the front desk was very nice as well!

I was very satisfied with my stay here in early May 2026. The bunk beds are spaced far apart. My lower bunk had adequate head room (not always the case). The host did my laundry (4 Euros to wash and 4 to dry). The dinner (18 Euros) was one of the best with a choice of a meat or fish entree (but you must purchase wine for 6 Euros per bottle). The shower was hot and there was a helpful shelf. The common area is very nice with comfortable couches and tables. The location is very close to the bridge into Zubiri. I would stay here again.

I hadn’t booked anything and after arriving, quickly scrambled to find a bed. I was directed by another Alberge and I was lucky and thankful. Three beds left and I was the fortunate to one. Nice location, and clean. Staff was cordial and accommodating. Food was not included in price but ok. Wash and dry was an additional charge and understandable. One thing, dryer takes time so you may just hang clothes outside. The food was delicious and the communal atmosphere was pleasant. Like it should be. I recommend it

The albergue was quite nice. The room had 10 beds (five bunks) and a shared bathroom for the room, with two showers and one toilet. A pillow with a pillowcase and a warm blanket was provided. The room only had one power outlet with a five port power board attached, however once plugs were put into it, it only fit three plugs. The provided breakfast was alright; a bowl of corn flakes, bread (not toast), orange juice, coffee, tea, hot chocolate. You can choose 7am or 7:30am breakfast, either way it was served at 7am with all the other pilgrims.
Good enough for one nights sleep, and good value with breakfast included in the price.

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Very well-run albergue.
The room I stayed in had two single beds and three sets of bunk beds. We shared one toilet and two showers.

Everything was very clean and comfortable.
Dinner was decent for a pilgrim menu, but breakfast was a bit underwhelming.

The 5 course dinner for 17 euro was great value.
The river is a nice retreat after a hot day and only steps s from the Albergue

The room I had hold 9 with ensuite. It was clean and nice. The common areas were warm and big and very welcoming. Area to clean your shoes and dry them. I really enjoyed staying there. I heard the host saying they were full and it was only 3pm so book ahead.

I was in this albergue on april 10th 2024. I payed €36, for a bunkbed, diner and breakfast. Room, showers and toilet were clean. Diner was very tasty.
I had a very good stay.

Buen camino.
Leonie (The Netherlands)

We came fairly early and things went smoothly for us. We washed our clothes outside and used the drying racks. The room was pretty nice and so was the bathroom. I had a nice stay and would come again. Rooms were 18 euro for a bunk and 20 for a single bed in the dorms

We really enjoyed this hostel. The staff was awesome and extremely nice accommodations. They did our laundry for us and were very helpful

Room was good and clean with a great skylight.

Morning breakfast was simple toast, cereal and fruit salad accompanied by coffee, tea, and juice.

The ladies worked hard to get everyone served. It is a communal expedient breakfast which was great to meet people.

The best thing this place has going for it is their website. We did not have a good experience and I would not recommend it. Too many people are crammed in the rooms, too many people are crammed at breakfast tables. Lady who checked us in was curt. Ladies who served us breakfast were rude and skimping on food. As we put on our shoes, pilgrims coming out of the breakfast room summed it best: “Maltrato al peregrino”. It seems we were not the only ones who felt it. Look elsewhere.

We got in so late. Almost lost our reservation. Downhill rocky path was hard. Ladies were so helpful and kind with our family. Had the bunks and restroom ( 2 showers and one toilet) shared with 6 other people. Enough charging stations and bins to place belongings. Two options for dinner 1900 and 2030. We were blessed to make the last and the food was warm, filling, and delicious. Breakfast was on time and great. Toast butter coffee and juice. Very nice place overall.

We didn’t stay in this albergue but booked the pilgrims meal. They had 2 sittings: 19:00 and 20:30 which you must reserve in advance. The food and ambiance was excellent Highly recommended especially considering the lack of restaurants in the town.

Just a few mins off of the Camino trail and down the street from the pharmacy. Good beds, very clean, a nice lounge area and breakfast included.

This is a very good place. It is very organised and good atmosphere . A great experience and recommended from a tired pilgrim

Found it to be good. WiFi worked everywhere. Dinner good also.

When checking in, because of COVID capacity limits not all top bunks were being used…understandable. However, they charge 2 euro more for a bottom bunk if the top isn’t being used. Not the end of the world but on principle doesn’t seem right. Everything else was great.