Hotel Altair, Santiago de Compostela
About the Hotel
Rooms at Altaïr Hotel
Hotel Altaïr has 11 air-conditioned rooms with minibars and flat-screen televisions. Each room provides free Wi-Fi, satellite TV, and a safe. Some rooms feature views of the old town through Galician glassed-in galerías, such as Room 201. Room 301, an attic-style room, has windows set into slanted ceilings and panoramas of the Monasterio de San Francisco and the countryside. Bathrooms include large beige tiled walls, slate-colored flooring, a bidet, a shower/tub combination with a glass wall, professional hairdryers, and Viñali toiletries. Additional room features include ironing facilities, heating, a sitting area, free toiletries, an AM/FM alarm clock, and parquet floors. Safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
Dining Experience
Guests can enjoy an á la carte breakfast with regional products, including artisan bread, toasted croissants, fresh fruit, orange juice, tarta de Santiago, Galician tetilla cheese, and marmalade and jams. The guests-only café features velvety chairs, ceramics, and a painting by Carlos Sansegundo. All direct bookings include complimentary hot drinks from the café.
Hotel Features
The hotel features a laptop in the lobby for guest use. A bookshelf with books, magazines, and knick-knacks separates the sitting area from the small bar. The hotel's decor is inspired by the Japanese Wabi-Sabi philosophy, blending freshness and simplicity with the beauty of age. Wi-Fi is available in public areas.
Location and Proximity
Hotel Altaïr sits at the northern end of Santiago's cobbled old town, on the corner of a stone street with old stone buildings. It is in one of the quietest areas of Santiago's historical town. The Santiago de Compostela Cathedral and El monasterio de San Martin Pinario are a 5-minute walk. The Mercado de Abastos is a 10-minute walk. Nearby landmarks include Plaza del Obradoiro, the Museum of Galician People, the Museum of Pilgrimage and Santiago, Botafumeiro, the Fountain of the Horses, and Plaza de Platerias, all within 0.5 km. Hotel Altair is 15 km from Santiago de Compostela Airport.
Services Available
The staff provides personal attention and recommendations and are fluent in English. The 24-hour reception desk is always available. Services include room service, babysitting, and tours. Additional services include Wi-Fi in public areas, car park access and tour/ticket assistance.
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Getting around
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Bar/ Lounge area
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
Spa & Leisure
- Back massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor