A Casa do Río

Hotels
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Independent
4 (3 reviews)
Victor Garcia 1, Pontecesures, Pontevedra, 36640 , Pontecesures , ES
34-986-557575

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Facilities

Free WiFi
Luggage storage
Elevator
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Smoke-free property
Tours/ticket assistance
Snack bar/deli

Review Highlights

Pros:
Very helpful, friendly staff (early check-in, communication, arranged services)
Clean, comfortable rooms with good beds and tasteful decor
Great location near bridge/center and convenient for Camino
Good breakfast reported by many guests
AC and other practical comforts; good value for many guests
Cons:
Isolated cleanliness/maintenance issues (dirty floors around toilet, leaking shower)
Breakfast can be limited or not filling for pilgrims; some find it overpriced
Kitchen closures at times (limited service availability)
A small number found the property a bit far from their specific Camino route

Categories

Cleanliness
4.1
Multiple reviews repeatedly state rooms were very clean (mentions in several languages), but there are isolated issues: dirty floor around toilet/sink in one review and a strongly leaking shower that staff knew about. Overall slightly above standard.
Service
4.5
Consistently praised: friendly, helpful reception (early check-in for pilgrims), staff who communicated by text, arranged a masseuse, allowed guests to use cafe when kitchen closed — strong, attentive service overall.
Location
4.2
Many mention excellent location (near old Roman bridge, near town center, convenient for Camino). A minority note it felt a little far from a specific Camino route, but generally a strong location.
Room Quality
4.3
Rooms described as beautiful, spacious, comfortable beds and good mattresses, tasteful decor and well appointed — overall high room quality across reviews.
Amenities
3.5
Amenities include breakfast, cafe space, AC (noted positively), and staff arranging services (massage). However, some negatives: limited breakfast options at times (no eggs, not very filling for pilgrims), kitchen closures, and occasional maintenance issues — moderate score.
Value for Money
3.8
Several guests explicitly mention good price/quality and lower-than-normal price; others note high breakfast price or limited offerings. Overall perceived as good value but with some caveats.
Food and Beverage
3.2
Breakfast is praised by many as delicious and terrific, but there are repeated comments about limited options, occasional lack of eggs or warm filling items, and some who do not recommend the breakfast — mixed-to-moderate.
Overall Experience
4.4
Most reviews are positive and recommend staying (helpful staff, clean comfortable rooms, good breakfasts), with a few operational/maintenance and food-related downsides. Overall stays are very satisfactory for pilgrims and leisure travelers.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-06-24 11:25

Property Description

Modern Amenities for Your Convenience

Make use of convenient amenities, including complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance. Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, stop by the snack bar/deli, and unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Breakfast is available for a fee.

Luxurious Accommodations

Stay in one of the 13 guestrooms featuring LCD televisions, deep soaking bathtubs, and complimentary toiletries. Each room is equipped with safes, desks, and daily housekeeping for your comfort.

Explore Nearby Attractions

Conveniently located near the Rosalia de Castro House Museum and Camilo Jose Cela Foundation, A Casa do Río offers easy access to various landmarks. The Santiago de Compostela Cathedral is also just a short drive away.

Indulge in modern amenities and explore local attractions during your stay at A Casa do Río.

Important information:

  • Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:30 AM
Airport code: SCQ

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

Location

Guest Reviews

4
Based on 3 reviews
Cleanliness: 4.1
Service: 4.5
Location: 4.2
Room Quality: 4.3
Amenities: 3.5
Value for Money: 3.8
Food and Beverage: 3.2
Overall Experience: 4.4
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Tomasz • extended_group • pl
10
2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Giuseppe • solo_traveller • pt
6
Pros:

I letti erano buoni

Cons:

l'ambiente alquanto tetro, la vista sul fiume non c'era perché la camera era sul sottotetto. Alla prenotazione la colazione era inclusa, invece all'arrivo bisognava pagare extra.

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Diego Fernando • couple • es
10
2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Ramona • solo_traveller • ch
9
Gute Übernachtungsmöglichkeit vor Padron
Pros:

Liegt direkt am Camino

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Licet • solo_traveller • fr
5
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Matthew • solo_traveller • se
8
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Giovanni e Cinzia • solo_traveller • it
10
Ottima scelta e posizione
Pros:

Letti grandi e comodi. Molto apprezzata la presenza del bidet. Forniscono shampoo e bagnoschiuma.

Cons:

La macchina delle bevande calde non faceva altro che caffè. Non funzionava la selezione di latte e caffè latte.

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Young • couple • us
10
Great place to rest while on the Camino.
Pros:

Yummy breakfast for 12 euros. Super comfy bed.

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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kristina • solo_traveller • dk
10
Pros:

Lækkert!! God beliggenhed og sødt og venligt personale.

Cons:

Alt var godt!

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Nellja • solo_traveller • de
8
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Moreno • solo_traveller • au
9
8
Pros:

Todo

Cons:

Nada

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Mark • couple • nz
9
Great comfortable room and bed, perfect for a restful sleep.
Pros:

Lovely comfortable room and bed overlooking the river as the sun went down, perfect for a restful sleep.

Cons:

We thought it was nearer to Padron, so had a little extra walking to do there and back!

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Igor • couple • sk
8
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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James • solo_traveller • us
9
Clean comfortable place to stay.
Pros:

Clean and spacious with nice rooms

Cons:

Noisy with kids yelling and shouting into the night

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Rodríguez furelos • solo_traveller • es
8
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Svetlana • solo_traveller • ru
9
Pros:

Красивая довольно большая комната. Большая ванная с окном в пол. Есть ванна. Очень чисто.

Cons:

Завтрак стоит 12 евро, однако очень скудный, без горячего.

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Alfred • solo_traveller • at
9
2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Julio • solo_traveller • es
10
Pros:

Excelente

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Waldemar • couple • pl
10
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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raquel • couple • es
8
Agradable
Pros:

Estaba limpio y tranquilo. Con supermercados y restauración cerca. Estación de tren muy próxima.

Cons:

Si vas haciendo el camino queda a unos 2 km de padrón andando. Son muy estrictos con la hora de la entrada, te tienen esperando justo a las 15h para acceder a las habitaciones

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee