About this property
Essential Facilities: Albergue Peña Castil in Sotres offers a sun terrace, garden, bar, and free WiFi. Guests can relax in the lounge, coffee shop, outdoor seating area, and picnic area. Comfortable Accommodations: The hostel features family rooms with private bathrooms, walk-in showers, and tiled floors. Additional amenities include sofa beds, sofas, and wardrobes. Breakfast and Services: A continental breakfast with juice is served daily. Express check-in and check-out, a tour desk, and free parking enhance the stay. Local Attractions: Located 71 mi from Santander Airport, the property is near Cares Trail (7.5 mi), Fuente Dé Cable Car (12 mi), Santo Toribio de Liebana Monastery (19 mi), and Desfiladero de la Hermida (31 mi).
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Family rooms
- Bar
- Breakfast
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Jenna
United States
“This was our first European hostel experience and it exceeded our expectations. Low on amenities, for sure, but very clean, great location, and kind owner.” - Dane
United States
“Hosts were so kind, town is in such a cool location and has so much to offer to experience the Picos. Breakfast was wonderful and the overall experience was amazing. (do be aware that Sotres is a 30 minute drive from the start of many trail heads)” - Sophie
France
“The staff was very friendly, located well nearby cafe’s and restaurant with a great view on the mountains, perfect for a stay while trekking in Picos” - Maddy
Australia
“Great little hostel in the mountains. Friendly staff, clean rooms and lockers available.” - Richard
Germany
“Great location right on trail of the anillo de Picos de Europa, they try to put couples together in sperated spaces that offer some privacy, hot showers” - Skrivanek
Germany
“Clean and well organised, sadly every hostel experience is dependent on the fellow travelers and this time we didn't get much sleep sadly.” - Thiago
Brazil
“Huge dorm, with 32~40 beds and two bathrooms, so expect to wait a bit during high seasons. I was there during spring so it was quite empty (not complaining). Good for the price. One of the cheapest options if you are doing Ruta Del Cares or trail...” - Lucrezia
Italy
“It was a really nice stay at Albergue Peña Castil, the staff was very kind and available, the spaces were clean and the atmosphere very quite! When you are looking for an easy going accommodation, this is definitely a good choice.” - Maria
Spain
“La ubicacion esta muy bien. Habitacion para cuatro tambien. Decir que la cocina, podia estar mejor equipada para el precio que tiene, tiene frigo y microondas, pero no fuegos o placa para poder cocinarte algo.” - Beatriz
Spain
“Pues la verdad que era la primera vez que íbamos a un albergue y nos encantó, era una habitación con dos literas y baño privado, la ventanas eran velux porque era una zona abuhardillada. La ducha genial. Y el personal muy majo. La ubicación...”
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House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.



The fine print
Please note that pets are allowed upon request and only in the private rooms.