Mark K.
Yelp
This is now toward the top of my list of the favorite hotels at which I have stayed. The uniqueness of the facility made it a memorable experience. It was a wonderful part of my visit to the beautiful city of Santiago. The proximity to the city center made it a great base for the weekend.
I arrived in Santiago via air. I took a taxi to the hotel as this was the only alternative that made sense. The cost was fortunately not unreasonable as it was €21 plus tip. The drive took about 15 minutes.
I was favorably impressed with the hotel at first sight. The building sported a very unique look and was extremely attractive. It was especially lovely with the night lighting. I found out later that the facility was originally a tannery and then a convent before being converted to a hotel. The character of the structure was well preserved. The location was well situated as it was approximately a 15-minute walk to the Cathedral.
I was checked in by an amiable front desk agent who assigned me a preferred room on the first level. My interactions with the staff were all positive and I was favorably impressed with their professionalism and attitude. They were helpful and attentive when I needed information.
I was pleasantly taken with my room. I loved the character presented with the preservation and decor. The shutters on the windows were a great touch. The bathroom was one of the best I have had in a room as it was very large with a double sink. There was a bathtub and a separate shower compartment. The bed was comfortable and the environs were quiet allowing me good sleep. Another nice aspect was the view as the Cathedral could be seen in the distance. At night when it was lit, it was a particularly gorgeous sight.
The morning breakfast was nicely conceived. The dining room, located by the courtyard, was beautifully presented. This created a relaxing ambiance for a morning meal. The format was a combination of buffet and table service. Hot items were made to order while the cold items such as breads, yogurt, juices, etc. were arranged on perimeter tables. The selection was quite good and I also was very happy with the coffee. The service was also rather good.
The room rate for my Friday and Saturday night stay was unbelievably reasonable considering the quality of my experience. With breakfast included as well as taxes added in, my final bill was just over €100 per night. This was less than $115 USD with the exchange rate at the time. This was probably the best deal I have ever experienced with a hotel stay. I was very happy with the value.
Overall, this was one of the best stays I have had at any hotel at any time. This visit will live in my memory for a long time. I cannot recommend this place enough if you are visiting the wonderful city of Santiago de Compostela.