Casa Rural Vella da Rivera
Lugar Sisto, 10, Ribasar
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Why people book this hotel
“Lovely hosts”
“Just the sweetest hosts”
“The room and the house was so gorgeous”
“Very welcoming, rooms were quaint and equipped with everything a weary pilgrim c…”
“Great breakfast”
“She made an amazing tapas dinners for a few of us on the Camino and a beautiful …”
“Great Location for the last night of Camino; Thanks to the incredible hospitalit…”
“This was the best place we stayed while walking the Camino”
“Our room was sparkling clean and comfortable”
“The rooms are clean and well equipped, they also have mini bar and living room w…”
“It is at a slight divergence from the Camino route but well worth that little ex…”
Overview
Featuring lovely green gardens, Casa Rural Vella da Rivera offers rustic-style rooms with free Wi-Fi. It has a peaceful country location just 20 minutes’ drive from Santiago de Compostela. Heated rooms have exposed stone walls, beamed ceilings and burgundy finishes. They each include a TV and a private bathroom with a hairdryer and free toiletries. The hotel offers breakfast in its dining room, and this includes home-made pastries. It also has a library, a lounge with a fireplace and a wine cellar. Free private parking is available and bicycles can be borrowed for free. Casa Rural Vella da Rivera is well connected via the AP9 Motorway, and Santiago Airport is just a 30-minute drive away. The Rías Baixas and the beaches of the Costa da Morte are also around 30 minutes away.
Traveller reviews
Giles
family_with_children
August 30, 2025
Everything. Lovely hosts. Great breakfast. Very peaceful
Jenner
couple
August 4, 2025
“Peace, tranquillity, happiness”
Just the sweetest hosts. Lovely stay. Very relaxing. Peaceful.
Gian Luigi Romano
couple
July 31, 2025
“Best stay ever ! Xing is amazing”
Everything was perfect. Xing is great !! Best stay ever !
Lorraine
solo_traveller
July 31, 2025
“Perfect!!”
Such a lovely experience, the host was so accommodating and lovely!! She made an amazing tapas dinners for a few of us on the Camino and a beautiful breakfast!! The room and the house was so gorgeous!! It’s a little detour from the Camino route but what a treat for your last night before Santiago!!
Greg
couple
June 30, 2025
“Wonderful hosted stay on the Portuguese Way”
Fantastic atmosphere, and lovely host, Xin. Very welcoming, rooms were quaint and equipped with everything a weary pilgrim could need. It’s a bit off the track (about 1km) but no need to leave once you get there. There were drinks and snacks available on an honesty system, and Xin cooked up a delightful Tapas dinner for us. Don’t worry about the extra distance, as there’s a short cut out the back, that leads you back to the Portuguese Way. We were lucky to be there during a village celebration, and were invited to join for Sardines and traditional folk music - such fun!
Mel
couple
June 26, 2025
“One of the best stops on the Camino!”
The most friendly, caring and attentive hosts you could ask for! 💞 Our first Pilgrim's dinner on the Portuguese route on our last evening - it was so delicious and the hosts created a wonderful community feel. Followed by a fabulous breakfast in the morning. Our room was sparkling clean and comfortable. The wonderful little touches like proper shampoo and conditioner, earbuds etc... it felt like true rustic luxury!! ✨ Beautiful surroundings. So relaxing and peaceful. We arrived in pouring rain and the fire was on. Heaven!
Chi Sum
extended_group
May 17, 2025
“I recommend this place to everyone!”
We had a super nice night in Casa Rural before arriving Santiago in April, The hosts are extremely friendly, and prepared a heartwarming breakfast for us. The rooms are clean and well equipped, they also have mini bar and living room with fireplace.
Ellen
extended_group
May 16, 2025
“Great value, Warm & welcoming hospitality, staying here was truly a privilege!”
Great Location for the last night of Camino; Thanks to the incredible hospitality of the host. The rooms are spacious, well-maintained, clean, and equipped with everything needed for the stay.
Mckinnel
couple
May 11, 2025
“Our favourite stop on the Camino Portuguese.”
Beautiful peaceful stylish place. The room was very comfortable, clean and well equipped. The dining room and sitting area with fire lit on a cold evening were very atmospheric and authentic.The hosts are so lovely, incredibly generous, and made us a really delicious meal with plenty of fresh vegetables. This was the best place we stayed while walking the Camino.
Wedgwood
couple
May 1, 2025
“The hostess could not have been nicer and was also a brilliant chef who prepared the best dinner and breakfast nothing w”
Everything
Richard
solo_traveller
May 1, 2025
“Fantastic place... a brilliant stay...”
I had high expectations having read the previous reviews, and it truly was exceptional. A lovely place, where I was made to feel very welcome. The hosts were fantastic and food fantastic, and other guests very friendly and easy to chat with too. I 100% recommend.
Tiago
family_with_children
April 4, 2025
We were treated like family, by far the best experience we had staying during the Camino. The hosts are amazing people very willing to help and care for you. I fully recommend this place!
A & D
couple
February 10, 2025
This is an exceptional place, truly the best we had on our Camino. It is at a slight divergence from the Camino route but well worth that little extra walk, you will not regret staying here. Diego and Xin are amazing hosts, we felt welcomed and well looked after from the moment we arrived to when we left; they really are exceptional hosts. The room was beautiful and immaculate, the bed sheets were crispy clean and fresh, the shower was hot and lovely,the bed was comfortable and cosy . Xin has a beautiful warm smile and such a kind person; she would go out of her way to make sure you are comfortable and happy. She even did my washing to help me out and she wouldn't charge me for it. She is a remarkable cook too,, she made a lovely meal for all the quests and we all enjoyed our dinner in a friendly cosey atmosphere; Diego lit the log fire and looked after every one. They also provided selection s of wine beer soft drinks crisps snacks etc ; even provided bottled drinking water at no extra charge. What else does any one want from a host and a place . Big thank you to Xin and wonderful Diego. I shall definitely be coming back again.
iScottC
couple
January 29, 2025
This is a wonderful place to stay! Diego and Xin make extra efforts to ensure we had a great stay. We were given an excellent recommendation for a place to eat lunch. Complimentary dinner, followed by roasted chestnuts from their fireplace. A great breakfast to prepare for a day's Camino walking. Not far from the Camino trail, and Diego and Xin will show you a shortcut to get you back. Highly recommended.
Brian
couple
November 1, 2024
“A fantastic night with great hosts. Calm relaxed atmosphere. Just great.”
Everything
Alison
couple
October 29, 2024
“We are so glad we decided to stay here, it was one of the nicest places we stayed out on our Camino. The hosts are so f”
Host Xin is a pocket rocket, and made sure we were comfortable from the outset. She even upgraded us to the cottage as we were the only guests there that night. The tapas dinner was excellent, and so was the breakfast the next morning. It is less than a kilometre from the Camino Portuguese, so excellent place to stay if you want a shorter walk to finish on your last day.
Kathryn
extended_group
October 9, 2024
“Excellent place to enjoy our final night on the Camino and the company of other travellers”
Delightful hosts and wonderful hospitality
Jessamy
couple
October 2, 2024
“Sublime”
Tranquil; warm & kind hosts. Lovely tasty dinner & breakfast. A perfect Galician village to stay 16 kms before Santiago de Compostela & the bustle of the city.
Linda
couple
September 24, 2024
“Wonderful last evening before SDC.”
It was a lovely, relaxing stay in a small village and a very authentic rural Spanish experience. Xin and Diego were amazing hosts and went out of their way to make this a special experience for us and other guests. They provided a wonderful dinner for all guests which added so much to the experience. I would highly recommend this to any travellers, and suggest any Camino pilgrims take the walk 1km off the trail to experience this before your final stage into SDC. Xin will guide you back to thrill which is easy and short. Stay here if you can!
Sandra
extended_group
September 21, 2024
“Perfect place to stop on the Camino”
The hosts were amazing
Facilities
Activities
Fishing, Games room, Canoeing, Hiking, Cycling, Diving, Horse riding, Happy hour
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles, Indoor play area
Food & Drink
Kid meals, Special diet menus (on request), Coffee house on site, Wine/champagne, Breakfast options, Snack bar, Bar
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, Breakfast takeaway containers, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
Indoor fireplace, Bicycle parking, WiFi available in all areas, Minimarket on site, Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Safety deposit box, Soundproof rooms, Non-smoking throughout, Designated smoking area, Heating
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
Garden, Terrace, Sun terrace, BBQ facilities, Outdoor furniture, Picnic area, Outdoor fireplace
Parking
Street parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Mobile app for room service
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Carbon monoxide detector, Carbon monoxide sources, 24-hour security, Key access, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available
Self check-in
Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive, Check-in kiosk in the lobby
Services
Daily housekeeping, Shared lounge/TV area, Shuttle service, Packed lunches, Car hire, Fax/photocopying, Tour desk, Shuttle service (additional charge), ATM/cash machine on site, Luggage storage, 24-hour front desk, Airport shuttle, Laundry, Barber/beauty shop, Currency exchange, Room service, Ironing service
Transport
Airport pick up, Airport drop off
Double Room
This heated, rustic-style room includes free WiFi, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and free toiletries. Please note that pets are not allowed in this room. Please note, this room does not overlook the street.
Double Room with Garden View
Providing free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. The double room provides a flat-screen TV, a wardrobe, parquet floors, heating as well as garden views. The unit offers 1 bed.
Double Room with Terrace
This rustic-style room has a private entrance outside the main house and a private terrace. It features a double bed, sofa bed, heating and free WiFi. There is a bathroom with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Please note, pets are allowed in this room type at an extra cost.
Premium Double Room
This rustic-style room has a private entrance outside the main house and a private terrace. It features a double bed, sofa bed, heating and free WiFi. There is a bathroom with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Please note, pets are allowed in this room type at an extra cost.
Small Double Room
This heated, rustic-style room includes free WiFi, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and free toiletries. Please note that pets are not allowed in this room. Please note, this room does not overlook the street.
Superior Double Room
This heated, rustic-style room features a sofa bed and a fridge. It includes free WiFi, flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bath or shower, a hairdryer and free toiletries. Please note that pets are not allowed in this room.
Single Room
This heated, rustic-style room offers views of the garden and comes with 1 double bed. It includes free WiFi, flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bath or shower, a hairdryer and free toiletries. Please note that pets are not allowed in this room.
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