Navarra ·
Hostels in Los Arcos: what you need to know before you stay there
Los Arcos is a classic end-of-stage destination when coming from Estella (21 km) and has several hostels and facilities for pilgrims. But there is one thing that many people only realise later: from Los Arcos to Logroño there is 28 km non-stop. Before you decide to stay, have a look at the alternative.
The following day, in figures
Spending the night in Los Arcos
28
km to Logroño
Sleeping at Sansol
21
km to Logroño
Sansol It’s just 6.5 km past Los Arcos (≈ 1 hr 30 mins). That hour and a half today will save you a quarter of tomorrow’s gruelling walk — and you’ll arrive in Logroño with plenty of energy left to enjoy the city.
The smart bus stop: Sansol
With check-in from 1.00 pm to 7.00 pm, you’ll arrive with the whole afternoon ahead of you to have a shower, do your washing and really relax.
Albergue Sansol
24 beds with free bed linen included, on-site café, garden with foot bath. Bed from €18 and bed + dinner package for €32. Book online with real-time availability and pay in cash on arrival.
Homemade Valencian paella
Pilgrim’s dinner (€16): garden salad, homemade Valencian paella, dessert and young red wine. Gluten-free by composition, with free gluten-free bread available on request.
Bed secured before setting off
You can book online with real-time availability right on the Camino itself: visit Sansol to secure your bed, with no queues or surprises.
Los Arcos on the French Way
- Estella → Los Arcos: 21 km
- Los Arcos → Sansol: 6.5 km (≈ 1 hr 30 mins)
- Sansol → Torres del Río: 500 m (5 mins)
- Sansol → Viana: 11 km
- Sansol → Logroño: 21 km
Further details in the A comprehensive guide to the Los Arcos – Logroño stage and in the guides to hostels in Sansol and hostels in Torres del Río.
Frequently Asked Questions
The questions we’re asked most often by pilgrims arriving from Los Arcos.
Are there any hostels in Los Arcos?
Yes, Los Arcos has several hostels and accommodation options for pilgrims, as it’s a classic end-of-stage destination when coming from Estella (21 km). But before you settle in, bear in mind what lies ahead the next day: it’s a 28-kilometre stretch from Los Arcos to Logroño.
Is it better to stay overnight in Los Arcos or carry on to Sansol?
It depends on how strong your legs are, but the figures are clear: if you stay in Los Arcos, you’ve got 28 km to Logroño tomorrow; if you carry on just 6.5 km further to Sansol (about an hour and a half), tomorrow’s walk will be 21 km and you’ll arrive in Logroño early and full of energy. At our ‘Albergue Sansol’, check-in is from 1.00 pm to 7.00 pm, with a communal dinner of homemade Valencian paella and a garden with a foot bath to soothe your feet.
How many kilometres is it from Los Arcos to Logroño?
It’s 28 km. It’s one of the longest stages of the Navarrese section if you do it in one go. If you stay at Sansol (6.5 km from Los Arcos), you can split it into two comfortable stages: 6.5 km + 21 km.
Where can I stay overnight between Los Arcos and Logroño?
The natural stops along the way are Sansol and Torres del Río, two neighbouring villages just 500 metres apart, and further on, Viana. At Sansol you’ll find our Albergue Sansol, with 24 beds, a communal dinner and online booking with real-time availability.
What happens if I arrive in Los Arcos and the hostels are full?
It happens during the high season. The most practical option is to carry on for 6.5 km to Sansol: our hostel offers online booking with real-time availability, so you can secure your bed on your mobile before setting off.
Do yourself a favour: head over to Sansol
6.5 km further today, 7 km less tomorrow. Book online with real-time availability, with no intermediary fees.
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