Zaragoza has accommodation for every budget, from five-star luxury hotels with rooftop pools to family-run hostels in the Old Town. Most visitors will find the best selection in the Casco Antiguo, where you are steps from the basilica and the El Tubo tapas bars. Here is where to stay in Zaragoza, broken down by area and budget, with specific hotel recommendations and verified Booking.com links.
Where to Stay in Zaragoza: Casco Antiguo (Old Town)
The Casco Antiguo puts you within walking distance of every major sight. Hotels here tend to be in converted historic buildings, often with character but sometimes with small rooms and no lift. This is the most expensive area but also the most convenient. You will find the best selection of tapas bars, restaurants, and nightlife right outside your door. Read our best time to visit Zaragoza for seasonal advice.
Suggested Hotels in Casco Antiguo
Hotel Palafox
A five-star luxury hotel on Calle del Coso, just 200 metres from Plaza del Pilar. The 188-room property has a rooftop swimming pool with basilica views, a fitness centre, and marble bathrooms with jacuzzi tubs. Best for couples and luxury travellers who want a central location with full amenities. Check rates and availability See our things to do in Zaragoza guide for more.
Catalonia El Pilar
A four-star hotel in a restored 19th-century building on Calle Manifestacion, a 2-minute walk from the basilica. Rooms are modern and soundproofed, and the ground-floor restaurant serves a good breakfast buffet for 15 euros. Best for sightseeing-focused trips where location matters most. Check rates and availability Check our Zaragoza events and festivals calendar.
Hotel Sauce
A friendly two-star hotel on Calle Espoz y Mina in the heart of El Tubo. The 30 rooms are simple but clean, with air conditioning and private bathrooms. The hotel has its own busy tapas bar downstairs and a lively, social atmosphere. Best for budget travellers who want to be in the centre of the action. Check rates and availability Our Zaragoza neighborhoods guide compares all districts.
Where to Stay in Zaragoza: Centro
Centro offers a quieter base with wider streets and modern chain hotels. You will be a 10 to 15-minute walk from Plaza del Pilar, with tram stops on Paseo de la Independencia and Gran Via for easy transport. This area has more parking options than the Old Town if you are driving. For practical advice, read our Zaragoza travel tips.
Suggested Hotels in Centro
Hotel Reina Petronila
The only five-star hotel outside the Old Town, located near the Romareda stadium and the university, a 10-minute tram ride from the centre. It features a full spa with indoor pool, a fitness centre, and the city’s best Sunday brunch. Best for travellers who want luxury facilities and do not mind a short tram ride to the sights. Check rates and availability Check our Zaragoza travel guide for more.
NH Collection Gran Hotel de Zaragoza
A four-star NH Collection property on Paseo de la Independencia, Zaragoza’s main shopping boulevard. The 132-room hotel occupies a classic early-20th-century building with high ceilings, parquet floors, and a courtyard restaurant. Best for business travellers and shoppers who want a reliable four-star experience. Check rates and availability
Ibis Zaragoza Centro
A standard Ibis hotel on Avenida de Cesar Augusto, a 5-minute walk from the Mercado Central and 10 minutes from Plaza del Pilar. Rooms are compact but functional, with 24-hour reception and an on-site cafe. Rates start at 45 to 55 euros per night, making it the best value chain option in the centre. Best for budget-conscious travellers who want a known brand with consistent standards. Check rates and availability
Where to Stay in Zaragoza: North Bank (El Actur and Expo Area)
The north bank is quieter and more modern, ideal for families visiting the River Aquarium and Expo site. The tram connects to the Old Town in 10 minutes, but you will not be walking to the basilica from here.
Suggested Hotels on the North Bank
B&B Hotel Zaragoza Plaza
A clean, modern budget hotel near the Expo site and the Parque del Agua, with family rooms sleeping up to four. Free parking and a breakfast buffet (8.50 euros) make it a practical choice for road-trippers. Best for families and drivers who want free parking and easy access to the tram. Check rates and availability
Hesperia Zaragoza
A four-star business hotel in the Actur district, 300 metres from the tram stop. It has spacious rooms (30 square metres), a gym, and a Mediterranean restaurant. Best for business travellers and visitors to companies in the Actur business park. Check rates and availability For climate data, see our Zaragoza weather by month.
