Hostels in Avila, Spain

The Spanish town Avila, Castile and León, Spain, with a population of roughly fifty-eight thousand inhabitants, is situated in the autonomous community of Castile and León. The capital of the Province of Avila was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is famous for its well-maintained Roman town walls with eighty-eight watchtowers and several beautiful old churches in the historic centre. The cultural, historic, and architectural heritage is the main reason for travelers to visit the town, which is located around one hundred ten kilometers northwest of the Spanish capital Madrid. Due to the continental climate, the summers are hot, with average maximum temperatures of twenty-eight degrees Celsius and more. Even thirty-five-degree days during July and August are quite common. In winter, temperatures can drop to zero degrees and even snowfall is possible since the town is located more than one thousand one hundred meters above sea level.

As budget tourist, you will find limited Avila, Castile and León, Spain hostel options; additionally, some cheaper hotels, private apartments, and guesthouses are available. Since Avila, Castile and León, Spain hostel options are not numerous, you may have difficulties booking a bed for reasonable prices. Avila might not be the busiest place compared to other Spanish towns on the coast in summer; however, since it is popular with tourists and there is a lack of budget accommodations, it is recommendable to book your Avila, Castile and León, Spain hostel in advance in to avoid disappointments.

The rich history and architecture are the reasons for the town's status as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Old Town walls with their remarkable turrets especially are a real eye-catcher and the characteristic main sight of the Old Town. The construction dates back to the twelfth century. Besides several churches worth seeing in and around Avila, the most beautiful and important one is the Avila Cathedral. It is considered as the first gothic church in Spain and offers several particularly interesting items inside, such as the choir and the altarpiece of the main altar, both made in the sixteenth century. The medieval complex of the Royal Monastery of Santo Tomás is another place that is definitely worth a visit. At night, the town offers numerous options for food and drinks. The premises are a bit spread out in the centre, but you can find local and international dishes for reasonable prices. Moreover, several clubs and bars are available and open until late on the weekends.