Albergue de Espinosa

I didn't book and arrived at 15.30 and got a bed. I had a big and lovely welcome from Leonardo, the most positive, happy but also special and excentric man, who is confused and forgets things.
The bed cost 15 euro, but the pilgrims who booked on booking.com payed 22 euro for the same bed...
The albergue was so dirty everywhere. The worst I have seen on the Camino until now. Mould in the shower and also in the rooms by the windows. No trashcan in the room, only in the bathroom.
We didn't get sheets for the bed and the 'plastic' cover/surface on the mattress was peeled of and with holes.
The room were very small with 3 bunkbeds and almost no space to turn around...
Wahingmachine was cheep though - 3 euro and the dryer 2 euro.
Nice pilgrim dinner with homemade paella, salad, dessert, water and wine for 15 euro.
There were lots of locals coming to the bar og music was played until late at night...
There were no beeakfast next morning even though they had a breakfast menu - we left at 7.30 and all was closed and no staff... Maybe he was sleeping in because of the late party last night....
It was quite an experience but not worth the money.....

Loved it here ! Raised my spirits ! Loved the food plus you get blankets and the comfort of the Camino spirit I was looking for

Just got following message

Hola! Lo siento pero ayer fue nuestra última noche con peregrinos. Ya no estamos abiertos.

I’m sorry but last night was the last night we had pilgrims. The albergue is no longer open due to end of contract negotiations.

Also note casa las almas closes on mondays

Abundant and very good food, worth a pit stop even if you don’t stay. I refused the albergue breakfast but instead went downstairs and paid for a fantastic breakfast of my choice (and the price was similar). Highly recommend I

6 May 2025
The owner was very friendly and helpful, but the place is too small for the number of beds - my room had very little space between 3 double bunks. No hot water in the showers - they fixed it afterwards but we had cold showers. However, the dinner was delicious but the breakfast consisted of a small piece of cake, a coffee or tea and a small tub of yogurt. Overall I have to say that I was disappointed, especially at the price.

This simple albergue punches above its weight. Run by a couple who are charming & delightful. Do not forego the pilgrims meal. It was quite possibly the best meal I’ve had.

Delightful husband and wife team; he cooks dinner, she cooks breakfast. He was the chef for the Spanish ambassador to the US some time ago, so they both speak English and the food is outstanding.

I can confirm, the reviews are all correct! What wonderful welcoming hosts and outstanding food. Small and cosy but with everything you need. Thank you so much for a fabulous stay, mucho amor de parte de la mujer nueva empoderada!!!

An all around fantastic place. Very friendly hosts that make you feel at home. The food is excellent and hardy as well.

Sensational food and lovely hospitaleros!! Be careful not to eat too much before or during the first 3 courses as there is more to come!! Thank you for hosting me from Caroline Western Australia

We stayed here in September 2024. The Alburgue was typical, but the dinner was excellent! We had a great group of pilgrims and lovely conversation.

Breakfast is a la carte. My husband had a huge slice of toast with eggs, chorizo, a pepper, and said it was the best breakfast on the Camino. Enjoy.

They are such a kind and loving family that run the albergue. I love them. Snacks are delicious!!!! The husband bakes and cooks from scratch with his whole heart! You can taste the love in all of the food. The community dinner was outstanding!!!! Don’t miss it. The town is quiet and small. Such a great place to stay.

The food was outstanding, best I’ve had on the camino. The hospitality was great, lovely family run Albergue. The room was very small but ok, bathroom was ok.

A real gem on the Camino, clean and the home cooked meal was prepared daily. Our hosts even fired up the bbq. So much love in this place.

True family hospitality! They have a pilgrim kitchen. HOWEVER, their food is recognized beyond borders.

Actually, I was already passing this village/Albergue
but intuitively decided to stop here anyway.
And what a fantastic place this is! Extremely friendly helpful family who run this Albergue together and with a lot of love for what they do.

The bed was comfortable the food sublime and I even decided to stay an extra night and take the bus to Burgos from here. Then, after the necessary city hustle and bustle, I will come back here to this peaceful place.

All I can say is that it's a missed opportunity when you walk past this Albergue.

At least grab something to eat there😉.

One of the best albergues I have yet encountered on the Camino. Small and homey, the food is reason enough to come here. Lunch and dinner were spectacular, especially the tomato salad with shrimp and anchovy. Great value and hospitality.

El teléfono correcto de los nuevos hospitaleros es
606 87 88 94.
Fantastic si se cambia en la guía.
Gracias.

Definitely get dinner here! The rooms are also clean and comfortable.

Stopped to eat/drink. Friendly service with a smile and a wonderful assortment of food. So glad I stopped here! The cheesecake was the highlight of my day…….I’ll walk it off!