Hotel manager offers shelter during Vuelta a España hailstorm
Cyclingnews.com • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 12:05 PM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026

During the Vuelta a España, a hotel manager opened the doors of a humble one-star establishment to provide shelter to cyclists facing a severe hailstorm. The manager emphasized the lack of hesitation in allowing the peloton to take refuge. The event has led to an outpouring of gratitude from the riders, resulting in five-star reviews for the hotel, reflecting the bond formed between the cyclists and the local community. This incident showcases the spirit of hospitality within the sport of cycling.
- •Cyclists sought refuge from hailstorm during Vuelta a España.
- •Hotel opened doors to peloton with no hesitation.
- •Riders expressed gratitude, leading to positive reviews.
- •Incident reflects hospitality within cycling community.
- •Event took place on August 25, 2026.
- 12:05 PMCyclingnews.com — 'We did it with our heart and with a lot of pleasure' – Hotel owner blown away by riders and five-star reviews after giving shelter to Vuelta a España peloton amid hailstorm - Cyclingnews
"'We opened the doors for them all to come in and shelter. There was no hesitation' hotel manager tells Cyclingnews
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