Via Aetcal Hotel & Wellness

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Scored 9
Rated wonderful

Excellent location!

9.7

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Via Aetcal Hotel & Wellness in Santiago de Compostela offers private bathrooms with walk-in showers, free toiletries, and complimentary WiFi. Each room includes a TV, wardrobe, and work desk. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy a spa, elevator, daily housekeeping service, and a tour desk. Additional amenities include a pub crawl and a workout area. Prime Location: Located 8.1 mi from Santiago de Compostela Airport, the hotel is a short walk from Santiago de Compostela Cathedral and the Museum of Pilgrimage. Nearby attractions include Pulperia and Plaza de la Quintana. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its spa, attentive staff, and convenient location, Via Aetcal Hotel & Wellness ensures a pleasant stay.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Spa and wellness center
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Elevator

Property highlights

Located in the heart of Santiago de Compostela, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.7

Availability

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Guest reviews

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See what guests loved the most:

Reiko
United States United States
“It was clean and spacious and well located and the staff was great. We enjoyed our stay. We had hoped to use the spa and never got the chance!”
Joanna
Spain Spain
“This hotel was absolutely stunning right in the center of old town santiago. I felt like i was at a quaint 5 star boutique property. I loved the stone everything and the room was absolutely perfect. Clean and light, air-conditioning, comfortable...”
Tozheg
Canada Canada
“Beautiful , great location, incredible staff!!! We used wellness facilities and massage , which was a great way to end our Camino journey. Loved every minute in this hotel and highly highly recommend it.”
Tirpak
United States United States
“Totally cool. Loved the building, spa, elevator, glass walled bathroom.”
Ginette
Canada Canada
“Close to cathedral, restaurants, shops. Beautiful room with comfy bed.”
Lynette
United States United States
“Very relaxing and quaint. Was able to book the spa room and have a massage. Felt so good after hiking .”
Alejandra
Canada Canada
“The location is really good, close to the Cathedral in the centre of Santiago.”
Maria
Argentina Argentina
“Location was great, with easy access to everything a tired pilgrim needs.”
Jo
United States United States
“Clean and comfortable, not far from the cathedral. Staff were friendly and spa area was nice.”
Paul
United States United States
“Large room; very comfortable bed; large bathroom with strong hot shower; good location.”

Hotel area info

Amenities of Via Aetcal Hotel & Wellness

Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular amenities

  • Spa and wellness center
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Elevator

House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 3:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

INFORMATION NOTE ON THE TOURIST TAX

Dear Guest

We inform you that the municipal tourist tax will go into effect in the city of Santiago starting October 1st. We will explain how it works.

Applicable Regulations:

Law 5/2024 of December 27 on fiscal and administrative measures.

* Municipal Ordinance regulating the surcharge on the regional tax on tourist stays

* Approved on July 31, 2025 and published in the in the Official Gazette of September 6, 2025

Application: To people who stay overnight in tourist accommodations in Santiago de Compostela.

Entry into force: October 1, 2025.

RC HOTELS regrets the inconvenience caused to our guests by the MANDATORY application of the

"TOURIST TAX" in Santiago de Compostela, for reservations made prior to its publication,

and for stays affected by it

Amount: €1.50 / person / night

Please note that guests can access the wellness center for a surcharge.

Please inform Via Aetcal Hotel & Wellness of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

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