I’m planning to spend a few days in Zaragoza soon, so I did some research on local hotel prices in advance. I found that the price range varies quite a bit, so here’s a summary for your reference.
Price Ranges by Hotel Category
Based on my research over the past few days, hotel prices in Zaragoza can be roughly divided into three tiers. Budget hostels or budget hotels cost around 25-45 euros per night for a single room, and 40-65 euros for a double room. Mid-range three-star or boutique hotels range from 65-110 euros per night. If you want to stay in a Zaragoza hotel room with better quality, four-star and five-star hotels typically start at 120 euros and can exceed 200 euros during peak season or in prime city center locations.
City Center vs. Peripheral Areas Price Difference
Location really makes a significant difference in price. Hotels near the Old Town (Casco Antiguo) are generally 20-30% more expensive, but the advantage is that you can walk to attractions like the Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar and Aljafería Palace. If you stay in areas like Delicias or Universidad, prices are noticeably cheaper, and metro and bus connections are convenient. Personally, I think unless your itinerary is extremely tight, staying a bit further out offers better value for money.
Below is a comparison of average prices in several popular areas:
| Area | Budget Hotels | Mid-range Hotels | Luxury Hotels |
|---|
| Old Town | 50-70 euros | 90-130 euros | 150-250 euros |
| Train Station Area | 40-60 euros | 75-110 euros | 120-180 euros |
| University District | 35-55 euros | 65-95 euros | 110-160 euros |
Booking Timing and Money-Saving Tips
Booking in advance can really save you a lot of money. I compared prices and found that booking a month ahead versus last-minute booking can result in a 30-40 euro difference for the same hotel. Also, avoid the Pilar Festival period in October when prices double and many hotels are fully booked well in advance. Weekday stays are also about 10-15% cheaper than weekends.
Use platforms like Booking or Agoda to compare prices across different hotels, and sometimes booking directly on the hotel’s official website offers exclusive deals. Additionally, Airbnb has some good apartment options, and if you’re traveling with two or three people, renting an entire apartment might be more cost-effective than staying at the Zaragoza Swiss Hotel.
Overall, accommodation prices in Zaragoza are in the lower-medium range among major Spanish cities, significantly cheaper than Barcelona and Madrid. If you’re staying at the Zaragoza Alfonso Hotel on a budget, you can find accommodation with good location and conditions for 50-70 euros per night. Feel free to share any other money-saving tips you might have!
