albergue
/alˈbeɾɡe/
The Spanish word for the verb 'lodge' (to stay in a place or shelter) is albergue.
Meaning: to stay in any place or shelter (verb)
Is it said differently in some regions?
The word Hostería is a regional variation used to mean lodge.
How do you pronounce it?
/alˈbeɾɡe/
Did you know?
- The verb albergar is often used metaphorically in Spanish to describe 'lodging' or 'harboring' an abstract concept, such as a feeling, a hope, or a suspicion within one's heart.
- The Spanish word albergue shares a common ancestor with the English word 'harbor', as both stem from a root meaning 'to provide shelter or protection'.
- In many Spanish-speaking countries, asking for an albergue will likely lead you to a budget communal hostel rather than a private lodge or hotel.
Examples in context
- Vamos a disfrutar de unos días en una posada en las montañasWe're going to enjoy a few days in a lodge in the mountains
- El albergue estaba lleno de jóvenes viajerosThe lodge was filled with young travelers
- Nos vamos a quedar en una cabaña cerca del ríoWe are going to stay in a lodge near the river
- El posadero nos recomendó un buen lugar para cenarThe lodge owner recommended a good place for dinner
- Llegaremos al refugio antes del anochecerWe will reach the lodge before nightfall
Example conversation
Elena and Javier are planning a hiking trip.
- ElenaBusquemos un albergue para descansar mañana.Let's look for a lodge to rest tomorrow.
- JavierEs una buena idea, Javier está cansado.That's a good idea, Javier is tired.
- Elena¿Sabes si el albergue acepta reservas?Do you know if the lodge accepts reservations?
- JavierVoy a llamar ahora mismo para preguntar.I'm going to call right now to ask.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry albergue, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries albergue, CC BY-SA 4.0.
