Oleiros Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Oleiros
Photo "Oleiros" by David Vázquez (CC BY) / Cropped from original
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Spend your holidays in Oleiros and explore the rugged Galician coast and the legacy that the town's ancient inhabitants have left behind.

Oleiros is a residential town just 6 miles from A Coruña. It’s beloved by visitors, who come to its shores to enjoy beaches such as Santa Cristina, Bastiagueiro and Mera. Its coastline, the Costa de Dexo, is another natural attraction that offers walking routes to enjoy the cliffs and amazing views of the area's three estuaries, namely those of A Coruña, Betanzos and Ferrol.

The beauty of its seafront isn't the town's only attraction. Take a look at our cheap trips to Oleiros and discover its artistic and cultural heritage. The castle of Santa Cruz is built on a small islet connected to the mainland by a footbridge. Officially an Asset of Cultural Interest, it currently hosts exhibitions and various educational events.

If you want to discover more about Oleiros' past, don't miss the chance to visit the Museo dos Oleiros, one of the most important ceramic schools in the country where you’ll learn all about the true origin of the town's name, because in Galician,"oleiro" means"potter". The history of Oleiros goes back a long way, and proof of this can be found in its thirteen protected forts, including the forts of Subiña and Punta Roza. Book one of our package deals to Oleiros and take in a beautiful example of rural Galician Romanesque style in the church of Santa María de Dexo, built in the 12th century.

What are you waiting for? Come visit this beautiful corner of the Galician coast, with our offers on trips to Oleiros it couldn’t be easier. To get to your destination, the easiest way is to start out from A Coruña, a city you can reach by train or by plane and, once there, there are various bus routes that will take you to Oleiros. However, if you're planning to travel along the north coast, you’ll definitely want to rent a vehicle so you can explore the region at your leisure.

Noa Boutique Hotel

Noa Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
Rúa Concepción Arenal 51 Oleiros A Coruña
Stay at this hotel in Oleiros. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Santa Cruz Castle and Praia de Santa Cruz are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (207 reviews)
Fantastic location. Great staff. Beautiful rooms. .

Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025

Noa Boutique Hotel
Hotel Faranda Rias Altas, Ascend Hotel Collection

Hotel Faranda Rias Altas, Ascend Hotel Collection

3 out of 5
Avenida de las Américas 57, Oleiros
The price is ฿2,066 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
฿2,066
฿2,273 total
24 Nov - 25 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Oleiros. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Santa Cristina Beach and Praia de Oza are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (36 reviews)
Nice rooms with a view. Modern and comfortable rooms. Complimentary coffee and water. Italian restaurant on site.

Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025

Hotel Faranda Rias Altas, Ascend Hotel Collection
Aparthotel Attica21 As Galeras

Aparthotel Attica21 As Galeras

3 out of 5
C/ Antonio J. de Sucre, 17 Oleiros La Coruna
The price is ฿2,659 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
฿2,659
฿2,925 total
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Oleiros. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Praia de Santa Cruz and Santa Cruz Castle ...
9/10 Wonderful! (223 reviews)
Like always, great service and clean and modern facilities.

Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025

Aparthotel Attica21 As Galeras
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Aparthotel Attica21 As Galeras

Aparthotel Attica21 As Galeras

3 out of 5
C/ Antonio J. de Sucre, 17 Oleiros La Coruna
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Oleiros. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Praia de Santa Cruz and Santa Cruz Castle ...
9/10 Wonderful! (223 reviews)
Like always, great service and clean and modern facilities.

Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025

Aparthotel Attica21 As Galeras
Camping Los Manzanos

Camping Los Manzanos

2 out of 5
AVDA. EMILIA PARDO BAZAN, 65 Oleiros
Stay at this campsite in Oleiros. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Praia de Santa Cruz and Santa Cruz Castle are located ...
Camping Los Manzanos
Rueiro 17

Rueiro 17

3 out of 5
Rueiro 17, Oleiros, A Coruña
Stay at this 3-star holiday home in Oleiros. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Santa Cristina Beach and Bastiagueiro ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (17 reviews)
Wonderful stay
Clean, spacious, good location, quiet area and staff very helpful and professional. Bit of a walk uphill from beach but parking near beach easy if you go early.

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025

Rueiro 17
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Santiago de Compostela is a short drive away as is La Coruña which has ample parking and great shopping, plus loads of good food in the old part of town.

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