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Guest house · San Sebastian · Basque Country

Pension Itxasoa

A small guest house in San Sebastian's old quarter, with sea views and easy access to the beaches.

  • 600 metres from Zurriola beach
  • Sea and mountain views from rooms
  • Central old-town location
8.9 Great 855 reviews Booking.com 8.9 · 855 reviews

About

Pension Itxasoa

Pension Itxasoa is a 2-star guest house set in San Sebastian's old quarter, a short walk from Zurriola beach. With just seven rooms, it offers a more personal stay than the larger hotels nearby.

Rooms are bright and simply furnished, many with balconies overlooking the sea or the mountains. The pension provides free Wi-Fi in public areas, air conditioning, and a range of practical amenities like tea and coffee facilities and an iron.

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi in public areas
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Lift

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Sea and mountain views — Many rooms come with balconies facing the sea or mountains, and several reviewers single out the view as a highlight.
  • Central old-town location — The pension sits in San Sebastian's old quarter, within walking distance of Zurriola beach, restaurants, and bars.
  • Friendly, helpful staff — Guests consistently praise the staff for being welcoming and attentive, offering tourist advice and food recommendations.
  • Practical in-room amenities — Air conditioning, tea and coffee facilities, an iron, and a flat-screen TV are available, adding comfort for the price class.

Worth weighing

3 to weigh
  • Small property, limited capacity — With only seven rooms, the pension can feel intimate but may lack the facilities of a larger hotel.
  • No pets allowed — If you travel with a pet, this pension is not an option.
  • Check-in window ends at 23:00 — Arrivals later than 11 pm are not accommodated, so plan your travel accordingly.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Quadruple Room Balcony

  • 2 Single beds
  • Bathtub
  • Balcony

Suite Sea View

  • 1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
  • Shower
  • Heating

Single Room Mountain View

  • 1 Single bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Balcony

Standard Double or Twin Room Sea View

  • 2 Single beds
  • Heating
  • Bathtub
  • Balcony

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi in public areas
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • 24-hour security
  • Lift
  • Key card access

In-room

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities
  • Free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Parquet floor

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Cots

Outdoor

  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • BBQ facilities

Activities

  • Beach access
  • Hiking
  • Cycling

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

8.9
Great 855 reviews

Guest-rated 8.9/10 from 855 reviews

Booking.com · 8.9 · 855 reviews
8.9Verified guest

“The rooms were clean and offered lovely views of both the sea and mountains. We appreciated the climate control, ironing facilities, and the electronic key card. The location in the bustling old quarter was excellent and met all our needs.”

8.9Verified guest

“Our stay was wonderful overall, with no complaints at all. Everything was great — very friendly staff, an unbeatable location close to the old town with plenty of good restaurants, and easy access to beaches on both sides. The atmosphere was quiet and relaxing.”

8.9Verified guest

“Nothing was too much trouble, and the pension met all expectations. We stayed for three nights and were impressed by this small hotel. The rooms were spacious with a stunning sea view. The staff were exceptionally friendly and always ready to help. The location was next to the old town with great restaurants and beaches, and just a short stroll from a buffet we visited a couple of times.”

8.9Verified guest

“We enjoyed this small hotel. The staff were super friendly and provided lots of tourist information. The central location was amazing, close to two beaches, the plaza, and the mountain.”

8.9Verified guest

“Very pleasant, with outstandingly accommodating staff throughout. The rooms were extremely spacious and impressive, with a fantastic view from the balcony and free Wi-Fi.”

8.9Verified guest

“The rooms were airy and reasonably spacious, kept spotless by extremely friendly staff.”

04 — Location

Getting around San Sebastian

The property sits in San Sebastian.

Old Town: The pension is set in San Sebastian's old quarter, a short walk from the beach and full of tapas bars and restaurants.

Beaches: Zurriola beach is about 600 metres away, and other beaches are also within reach according to guests.

San Juan, 14, 2ºe Y F, San Sebastian, Basque Country, 20003, Spain

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 14:00-23:00
Check-out
By 07:00-11:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed
Property
7 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 14:00 to 23:00, and check-out is from 07:00 to 11:00.

Is there parking at the hotel?

The property does not list parking as a facility. We recommend checking nearby public parking options in San Sebastian.

Can I bring my pet?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Does the hotel have air conditioning?

Yes, air conditioning is listed among the amenities, and guests have mentioned climate control in their rooms.

Is there a lift at the pension?

Yes, the property has a lift, which is helpful given the address is on the second floor.

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The bottom line

Pension Itxasoa earns strong marks from guests for its location, views, and staff. If you want a small, no-frills base in the old town with a sea view, this is a solid choice.

8.9Based on 855 guest reviews and an 8.9 rating.

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