Albergue Peña Castil

Very Good
Traveller Type: Solo Traveler

Very Good
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Wonderful
Traveller Type: Traveling as Couple
  : 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.
  : We booked a room with four beds on this site because there were no other rooms available in Sotres for our dates. When we arrived, we found the hostel to be quite empty. I personally think we should have been charged for two beds, since it was just the two of us and clearly the hostel wasn't going to be overrun anytime soon. Oh well!We found the very simple breakfast of coffee and toast to be a little overpriced, at 6 euro per person.

Fair
Traveller Type: Traveling as Couple
  : Very well situated with beautiful views, and the calming sounds of cow bells. Excellent internet connection, especially for such a remote place. Great shower facilities, which are a big plus especially after long mountain days! We were able to park there even though there is technically no parking, but be warned if it's busy there's only space for two or three cars.
  : There was a rule in place for silence after 11pm, but this wasn't enforced or encouraged, and on multiple occasions wasn't even observed by the host, so you can expect noise to at least midnight if not even later. The breakfast was pricey for what amounted to some toast, packaged spreads and a drink. When we were paying on arrival, we spotted an error in their calculations that would have had us paying 100 more than we should have, so be vigilant when paying! We were in a private room, but noticed that the dorm rooms are all on one corridor and only separated by curtains, so in essence there is just one massive dorm.

Disappointing
Traveller Type: Traveling as Couple
  : location. outdoor seating.
  : We were only 2 but had to pay for a room with 4 bunks. Although we paid for a private bathroom, we had to pay extra for towels. There were no windows in the room, just a skylight so the room was dark. No furniture other than beds in the room. Limited kitchen facilities. Poor value