Albergue Zaragoza is a budget hostel on Calle Predicadores in the northern reaches of Zaragoza's Casco Histórico, close to the church of San Pablo — one of the city's finest and tallest Mudéjar towers — and within easy walking distance of the Basílica del Pilar and the Mercado Central. The hostel serves backpackers, cyclists on the Camino de Santiago route through Aragón, pilgrims, and independent travellers seeking affordable communal accommodation with convenient access to the city's main monuments and transport links.
Dormitory beds are available in six- and eight-bed rooms with individual lockers for securing valuables. A private double room provides an alternative for those wanting more privacy while staying within a budget. The shared kitchen is fully equipped for self-catering — particularly useful given the proximity of the Mercado Central, where fresh Aragonese produce, local cheeses, and regional cured meats can be bought at low cost. A common lounge area provides a sociable space where guests exchange routes and travel information. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.
The hostel's position on Calle Predicadores places guests on the edge of the Barrio de la Magdalena, a neighbourhood characterised by Mudéjar church towers, independent shops, and a young local residential crowd. The street connects quickly to the main pedestrian arteries of the Old Town. Early risers can join pilgrims and cyclists on the traditional morning walk along the Ebro embankment to the Basílica, a pleasant 15-minute route past the Roman bridge and the La Lonja exchange building. Luggage storage is available for guests arriving before check-in or departing on evening transport.
| Price | €18–€28/bed (~$20–$31) |
|---|---|
| Address | Calle Predicadores, 70, 50003 Zaragoza |
Room types
- 6-bed dorm
- 8-bed dorm
- Private double
Amenities
- Shared kitchen
- Lockers
- Free WiFi
- Common room
Location
Calle Predicadores, 70, 50003 Zaragoza
41.6545, -0.8812 View on map
Highlights
- Ideal base for Camino de Santiago pilgrims passing through Zaragoza on the Aragonese route from Jaca
- Shared kitchen enables self-catering with produce from the nearby Mercado Central, significantly reducing daily food costs
- Located in the Barrio de la Magdalena — one of the most characterful urban neighbourhoods in Zaragoza
- Walking distance to the Basílica del Pilar, San Pablo Mudéjar tower, and the Ebro riverfront
Tips for visiting
- Arrive early to claim a lower bunk in mixed dormitories — the hostel fills quickly during summer and the Fiestas del Pilar in October.
- Use the shared kitchen for a self-prepared breakfast with produce from the Mercado Central, a 10-minute walk from the hostel.
- Ask staff about current Camino route conditions if continuing west through Aragón toward La Rioja — they are familiar with the local stage details.