Albergue Monte Irago

Bunks were slim worn mattress, and hard to get up on, and squeeky, blankets full of holes, dinner was stingy. Hostess was very nice and the place was warm given it was cold out.

Great food, staff was so friendl. Definitely make a stop here!

I loved everything about this albergue. Highly recommended.
From Eileen

A beautiful village with views all around. We were warmly welcomed. A busy albergue with cafe for fellow pilgrims. Pilgrims meal was the best yet. The waitress was bubbly and friendly. Lena played piano accordion and we all sang along. There was so much kindness and interaction in the room it was an absolute joy to have been there

I stopped here for breakfast and it was a great vibe, awesome food, cakes, salads, quiche, energy balls, smoothies.

Great place for socializing. Clean, great food options. Pilgrim dinner was very tasty but didn’t offer much protein. Beds very squeaky. Otherwise, great staff and enjoyed the visit.

The staff were nice, showers were hot, and the outdoor areas are lovely. But also probs my worst sleep of the whole Camino. The bunks are not good, and wobble so much. The dinner was tasty, but also not a big portion - was still hungry by the end. Was excited about the music having read these reviews, but there was none.(maybe just my luck). There was black mold on the ceiling above my bed.

Owners replied that they were closed.

This is the best albergue I’ve been to. Cheap ans clean. The people running it are so friendly and welcoming. Booked private room without bathroom + dinner = 37 euro. And the room had a view of the mountains and towels. Food was great. Amazing!

This is a quirky place. Staircase to top floor was like climbing a ladder. With a full rucksack! One pilgrim almost fell making the hairpin turn to the top! This is in the Attic - sloped ceilings. Watch your head getting out of bed! All cots but quite uncomfortable, pillows are like flat pancakes. Wool blankets full of holes. Showers are TERRIBLE. Sketchy hot water, handle came off when adjusting temperature, floor surface super slippery.
The pilgrim meal was lentil soup with a few pieces of chorizo, cheap way to fill stomachs, and our non-vegetarian chicken green curry barely contained chicken. And there was not enough for a second helping. Owner just shrugged.
Would not recommend.

We booked a private room. The beds were incredibly comfy and the building very very sound proof! We had a balcony with a small balcony. Lovely room! Dinner was yummy as was breakfast. This beautiful hamlet was worth the long hike up

Deze Alberge was geweldig! Vriendelijke mensen, die ook Nederlands konden spreken.
Het diner was erg lekker; we kregen drie gangen! Erg lekker. 🍽️🍷
Hier zou ik nog wel een x heen gaan!👍
14 september 2024

This was definitely the best albergue we have visited. The signing was the icing on the cake

Very friendly staff. Lovely communal meal included in price, served a curry which was a change from usual pilgrim meals. Breakfast served from early. Perfect spot to catch the sunrise.

I am in town right now, and was looking forward to staying at Monte Irago. However, there is a sign on their door that says closed until 24.08, if I am reading the Spanish correctly.

I missed out on a bed here but came for the shared dinner. This was a welcome change in menu from the usual pilgrim fare. Really friendly place, and an opportunity for a multi-lingual singalong.

A glorious refuge just when you need it. Roaring fire, stein sized beer, lovely dinner with full sing along with generous wine. Boot room, back garden and outdoor seating for fine weather - warm, jovial inside with baked treats for the snow. Recommend!

This place is the jam. Comfy couch outside, great cold beers, and an amazing dinner. The hostess did a great job of creating a fun atmosphere, and Joanna was super kind and gave us extra wine at dinner. Would stay again. And again. And again.

Albergue Monte Irago is the first albergue on the left in Foncebadón. Warm welcome by Lena and depending on your nationality in English, Spanish, German or even a few words in Dutch, Korean,…!
Terraces behind and in front of the albergue with nice view on the mountains.
But very special is the musical performance by Lena during the communal dinner! Really worthwhile booking this albergue!

This was a nice alburgue. We slept in the attic so plenty of room. Dinner was ok. Tiny portions.