Avilés on the Camino del Norte
Camino de Santiago · albergues, accommodation, baggage transport & pilgrim guide
Everything you need for Avilés on the Camino del Norte (Camino de Santiago): albergues and pilgrim hostels, hotels and private rooms, where to eat, baggage transport between stages, what to see, weather and practical tips for pilgrims walking to Santiago de Compostela.
Avilés
Not reservedAbout this town
Avilés is a compact city with a remarkably preserved historic center and a striking modern cultural landmark, making it an important cultural stop on the Camino del Norte. Pilgrims will find navigable streets, a pleasant old town, and excellent transport connections onward.
Where it's located
Located on the tidal estuary of the Avilés River in western Asturias, the town sits on flat estuarine terrain with docks and riverside promenades.
Points of interest
Recommended restaurants
- • Old-town sidrería — classic Asturian menu with cider and regional specialties
- • Riverside seafood tavern — local estuary fish and rice dishes in a relaxed setting
Albergues in Avilés — prices, beds and how to book
Traditional pilgrim hostels — not bookable on Booking.com. Call or email to reserve, or arrive early (first-come, first-served).
Albergue La Estela
€18
per night
20 beds
A well-maintained private hostel located in the heart of the historic center. It offers modern facilities, including a full kitchen for guest use and a comfortable terrace, catering to both pilgrims and travelers.
Calle de la Muralla, 9, 1º, 33402 Avilés, Asturias
14:00 - 20:00
March - October
Reservations accepted
Albergue de Peregrinos Pedro Solís
€8
per night
54 beds
The main municipal hostel in Avilés, managed by the local Friends of the Camino association. Located in a refurbished school building near the railway station, it offers a traditional communal experience exclusively for pilgrims.
Calle Gutiérrez Herrero, 2, 33402 Avilés, Asturias
13:00 - 22:00
All year
First-come, first-served
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Use our global baggage transport integration service or the one below →Correos (El Camino con Correos)
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Quick answers about this town
Where to stay in Avilés?
There are 2 pilgrim hostels available in Avilés to accommodate those walking the Camino del Norte. It is recommended to check local listings or pilgrim forums for current availability as capacity can vary throughout the season.
What to see in Avilés?
Avilés features a beautifully preserved historic center, including the Plaza de España and the Church of Santo Tomás de Canterbury. You should also visit the Centro Niemeyer, a striking modern cultural complex located along the riverfront.
Where to eat in Avilés?
You can enjoy local Asturian specialties like cider and regional dishes at the various sidrerías located throughout the old town. For a different experience, there are also riverside taverns that specialize in local estuary fish and rice dishes.
Where can pilgrims sleep in Avilés?
Avilés offers 2 albergues and pilgrim hostels (municipal, parochial, private and donativo), plus hotels and private rooms. Use the availability search on this page to reserve your stay on the Camino del Norte.
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