Camiño Portugues

Padron 42.75355200, -8.65312300 , Lugar Pousa Iria 34 Lugar Pousa (Show on Map)
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Summary of reviewsCamiño Portugues, a guesthouse situated strategically on the Camino de Santiago route, garners high praise for its prime location. Positioned just past the town of Padrón, it provides an ideal stop for pilgrims, allowing for a seamless continuation of their journey without detours. This convenience is complemented by on-premises facilities like a restaurant and bar, enhancing the overall experience for travelers.

The guesthouse's café-restaurant is particularly well-regarded. Opening early at 6 a.m., it serves good coffee and croissants to jumpstart the day, creating a cheery and lively morning atmosphere. The café also offers quality meals throughout the day, appreciated for their affordability and eliminating the need for guests to make additional trips to the supermarket.

Rooms at Camiño Portugues receive consistent commendations for their spaciousness and cleanliness. Guests find the large, comfortable beds conducive to a restful night, a significant factor for those traversing the Camino trail. The modern, tidy facilities, including essential amenities like heating, television and hairdryers, ensure a hassle-free stay. The combination of bright, spacious rooms and excellent maintenance contributes to the overall value for money.

Cleanliness is a standout feature with the guesthouse maintaining a pristine condition across both private and common areas. Guests frequently describe the accommodation as new and well-kept, a testament to the hotel's attention to detail.

The staff at Camiño Portugues receives widespread acclaim for their exceptional friendliness and attentiveness. The owner and key staff members like José are often mentioned for their warm hospitality and willingness to assist guests beyond typical expectations. The superb customer service enhances the experience, making guests feel genuinely cared for.

Despite some mixed reviews regarding the beds, most guests find them comfortable with many highlighting the good quality mattresses and pillows. A few negative remarks pertain to bed size and comfort, especially for taller guests, but these are significantly outweighed by positive feedback.

In summary, Camiño Portugues is highly recommended for its strategic location, excellent cleanliness, welcoming staff and comfortable accommodations. Its on-site restaurant adds to the overall convenience, making it a favorable choice for travelers on the Camino Portugues.
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Large Double Room Featuring soundproof walls, a wardrobe and parquet floors, this double room includes a private bathroom. This double room features heating and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 1 bed.

Double or Twin Room with Bathroom Featuring soundproof walls, a wardrobe and parquet floors, this twin/double room includes a private bathroom. This twin/double room features heating and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 1 bed.

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7.8
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Location
The hotel's location receives high praise for its proximity to the Camino de Santiago, making it an optimal stop for pilgrims on the Portuguese Way. Situated directly on the pilgrimage route, it is just a short distance past the town of Padrón and provides a convenient start for the final stage to Santiago de Compostela. Guests appreciate that no detours are necessary, allowing for a seamless continuation of their journey. Additionally, the availability of a restaurant and bar on the premises adds to the convenience, as does the friendly atmosphere and amenities such as a hair dryer.

However, some guests did note its somewhat remote location, being slightly outside town and away from populated areas, which could be a drawback for those wanting easy access to the city center of Padrón. Despite this, its position on the Camino path itself far outweighs these minor inconveniences for most travelers. Overall, the strategic location right on the Camino, coupled with good facilities and a welcoming environment, make it a favorable choice for those walking the trail.

Breakfast
Travelers on the 'Camiño Portugues' often praise the breakfast experience at the guesthouse’s café-restaurant conveniently located below the accommodation. This charming spot offers good coffee and croissants for a light morning meal, providing a pleasant start to the day. Pilgrims find the restaurant cheery and bustling in the mornings, creating a lively atmosphere to enjoy a meal before setting off on their journey.

The café-restaurant opens early at 6 a.m., making it an ideal option for early risers and walkers. It features a decent menu with a good selection, allowing guests to have breakfast without needing to venture far. In addition to breakfast, the restaurant is also well-regarded for its lunch and dinner options, appreciated for its quality and affordability.

Furthermore, the proximity of the restaurant eliminates the need for a separate trip to the supermarket, adding convenience for guests. Despite some opinions that the food is just okay, the general consensus remains positive, highlighting the café-restaurant as a key amenity for travelers on the Camiño.

Dinner
Guests at the 'Camiño Portugues' have varied experiences regarding dinner options at the hotel. While the on-site restaurant offers quite good food and provides a convenient spot for breakfast, lunch and dinner, its availability can be inconsistent as it is closed on Mondays. This means guests might need to plan ahead or find alternatives in town, which is about 2 kilometers away. For those staying at the hotel, the nearby restaurant next door is a viable option and has received positive remarks. While some found the location slightly isolated with limited dining choices nearby, the exceptional quality of the dinner at the hotel received specific praise, highlighting a memorable dining experience for guests.

Rooms
The rooms at Camiño Portugues are consistently praised for their spaciousness and cleanliness, making them ideal for a comfortable stay, particularly for those on the Camino trail. Guests frequently highlight the large and comfortable beds, contributing to a restful night. The cleanliness of the rooms and bathrooms is a recurring theme with many reviews noting the modern, tidy facilities. While the rooms are described as basic, they provide all necessary amenities such as heating, television and hairdryers. The combination of spacious layouts and excellent maintenance ensures that the accommodation meets the needs of travelers looking for a pleasant, hassle-free experience. Conveniently located just outside Padrón, this hotel offers great value for money with its bright, sizeable and well-kept rooms.

Beds
Guests who have stayed at 'Camiño Portugues' have shared mixed reviews about the beds. Many praised the beds for their comfort, describing them as large, very comfortable and equipped with good mattresses. Some highlighted the presence of comfortable beds in super quiet rooms with good furniture, making for a restful stay. In particular, one review mentioned that the mattress and pillow were the best among all hotels experienced during the Camino de Santiago journey.

However, there were also several criticisms. Some reviews mentioned that the beds were a bit too small, especially for taller guests and a few found the mattresses and pillows lacking in comfort. Additionally, some guests encountered old or rough beds and in a few cases, described the bedding as uninhabitable. Despite these negative remarks, the general sentiment leaned towards the positive aspects of the beds at 'Camiño Portugues'.

Cleanliness
Camiño Portugues receives commendations for its high standard of cleanliness and comfort. Guests appreciate the clean, spacious bedrooms and bathrooms, often describing them as roomy and comfortable. The hotel is frequently noted for its pristine condition with several guests mentioning that everything appears new and well-maintained. The cleanliness extends to the common areas and the friendly staff contribute to an overall positive experience. Despite a few isolated observations of mold and leakage issues, the majority of reviews highlight the excellent cleanliness, newer furnishings and attention to detail in maintaining a tidy environment. The combination of cleanliness and comfort makes Camiño Portugues a great option for travelers seeking well-kept accommodation along the Camino Portugues route.

Staff
While staying at 'Camiño Portugues,' guests consistently remark on the exceptional friendliness and attentiveness of the staff. The owner, in particular, stands out for his kindness and willingness to go the extra mile, even driving guests in his car and ensuring their arrival and access were smooth. José, the person in charge of check-in, is frequently praised for his attentiveness and warm welcome, making guests feel well cared for after long days of travel.

Many reviews highlight the unbeatable treatment and superb customer service with staff showing an admirable ability to adapt to guests' needs quickly and effectively. The kindness and gentleness of the ladies at the Camino Português Restaurant also receive high marks, rounding out the overall positive experience with their excellent service.

While there are occasional mentions of issues such as a lack of amenities and some negative interactions, these appear to be outweighed by the overwhelming positive feedback regarding the staff’s friendliness and commitment to making guests feel comfortable and welcome. Overall, visitors commend the hotel's staff for their exceptional service and attention to detail, contributing significantly to the enjoyment of their stay.


No, Camiño Portugues doesn't have any pool.

No, a spa isn't available at Camiño Portugues.

No, Camiño Portugues doesn't allow dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at Camiño Portugues.

No, Camiño Portugues doesn't have a gym.

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