Combining history, art and tradition, the goal of pilgrims and the emblem of St. James, the Hostal dos Reis Católicos, in the Plaza do Obradoiro, forms together with the cathedral one of the world’s most remarkable, and most visited, urban settings. The Hostal, which first saw life as a Royal Hospital in 1499 to house the many pilgrims arriving in Santiago, today still invites the traveller to enjoy this universal and fascinating city.

The bedrooms are traditionally decorated with beautiful wooden beds, dark varnished wooden floors, heavy wooden doors and brocade curtains and bedding. The bathrooms are large and modern with complete marble furnishings.

The restaurant offers Galician style fish and meats and the classic apple filloa pies and crème brulee.

The hotel is housed in a monumental medieval building and was constructed in 1499 by the catholic monarchs as a royal hospital. It is today thought to be the oldest hotel in the world.

Considered the oldest hotel in the world, it is also one of the most luxurious and beautiful. It has four extremely beautiful cloisters, elegant public rooms, spectacular bedrooms and a luxurious dining room.