How to Say "guesthouse" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “guesthouse” is “pensión” — use 'pensión' for a budget-friendly, often simpler lodging option, similar to a boarding house or a very basic hotel..
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pensión
nounA2budget lodging
Use 'pensión' for a budget-friendly, often simpler lodging option, similar to a boarding house or a very basic hotel.
Examples
Encontramos una pensión barata en el centro de la ciudad.
We found a cheap boarding house in the city center.
posada
/po-SAH-dah//poˈsaða/
nounA2traditional lodging
Opt for 'posada' when referring to a more traditional or charming inn, often with historical character, suitable for a short stay.
Examples
Buscamos una posada para pasar la noche.
We are looking for an inn to spend the night.
La posada del pueblo es muy acogedora.
The town's guesthouse is very cozy.
Always Feminine
This word is always feminine, so use 'la' or 'una' before it.
Posada vs. Hotel
Mistake: “Using 'posada' for a large, modern building.”
Correction: Use 'hotel' for modern places and 'posada' for smaller, traditional, or rustic places.
Pensión vs. Posada
Learners often confuse 'pensión' and 'posada' because both offer accommodation. Remember that 'pensión' typically implies a more basic and economical stay, while 'posada' suggests a more traditional or quaint inn.
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