Galicia is an autonomous community in northwest Spain, celebrated for its emerald-green landscapes, dramatic Atlantic coastline, world-famous pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela, outstanding seafood, and Albariño wines from the Rías Baixas.
Luxury hotels
Five-star and palace properties.
Parador de Santiago — Hotel dos Reis Católicos
A 15th-century royal hostelry built by Ferdinand and Isabella on Praza do Obradoiro; considered one of the world's great hotels. Four inner courtyards, cloisters, chapel, Michelin-listed restaurant, and the most prestigious address in Galicia.
Gran Hotel La Toja
A grand 19th-century thermal spa hotel on a private island in the Ría de Arousa; surrounded by pine forests; thalassotherapy centre, casino, and direct access to the island's thermal springs.
Hotel O Semáforo de Fisterra
Converted 19th-century lighthouse semaphore station on the cliff above Cabo Fisterra; only 13 rooms; extraordinary ocean views; the most uniquely positioned hotel in Galicia.
Parador de Baiona
A medieval Monterreal castle fortress converted into a luxury hotel; 3 km of private battlements to walk; private beach; views over the Atlantic and the Cíes Islands.
Fine dining
Michelin-starred and chef-driven restaurants.
Pepe Vieira
Two Michelin stars. Pepe Vieira's flagship restaurant in a contemporary space overlooking the Río Lérez. Hyper-local Galician Atlantic cuisine — everything sourced within 100 km.
Maruja Limón
One Michelin star. Elegant, intimate Vigo restaurant; market-driven menu changes daily; extraordinary Galician seafood in creative preparations.
Restaurante Solla
One Michelin star. Pepe Solla — patriarch of modern Galician cuisine — serves landmark Atlantic dishes in a converted Rías Baixas farmhouse.
Casa Marcelo
One Michelin star. Santiago's most creative table; Japanese-Galician fusion in the heart of the old city; omakase-style tasting menu.