Where to stay in Burgos on the Camino Francés

Burgos is the end of stage 12 of the Camino Francés: you arrive from San Juan de Ortega after 25.2 km, with about 482 km left to Santiago. It is the first big city after Pamplona and Logroño and the last one before the Meseta, so many pilgrims stay two nights.

Where to stay in Burgos: the areas

• Old town (cathedral, Plaza Mayor, San Gil). The Camino crosses it end to end. Most holiday apartments are here, less than 300 m from the route.
• Along the Arlanzón river. Large hotels and guesthouses by the river, 5–10 minutes from the centre.
• The way in through Villafría and Gamonal. Cheaper but far from everything: only if the centre is full.

Our guide lists 56 places to stay in Burgos: 22 apartments or houses, 25 hotels and 9 guesthouses. Xacobea’s featured places include LauCar and Lolo, two apartments about 500–600 m from the Camino.

Guide prices

With September 2026 data, the cheapest place with a published price starts at €55 a night and half cost less than €120. An apartment with a kitchen pays off if there are two or more of you, or if you take a rest day. Each place confirms its final price.

Arriving and leaving

• Arriving: from Castañares you can avoid the industrial estate by following the Arlanzón riverside path; it is longer but nicer. Details in the San Juan de Ortega – Burgos stage.
• Leaving: the Burgos – Hornillos del Camino stage is 20.4 km and opens the Meseta: few services and no shade. Buy water and food in Burgos.

When to book

In 2027, a Holy Year, Burgos fills up from May to September, at Easter and around 25 July. Book as soon as you know the date; if you are staying two nights, ask for both in one request.