A Room In The City Hostel
San Sebastián · Basque Country

A Room In The City Hostel

Hostel in San Sebastián with shared and private rooms, free WiFi, a garden terrace and La Concha Beach 200 m away.

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8.4 Score
4.094 Reviews
15:00 Check-in
Nearby La Concha Beach · 200 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 15:00

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A Room In The City Hostel

A Room In The City Hostel is a hostel in San Sebastián, 200 m from La Concha Beach, with shared and private rooms. The accommodation includes double rooms with two beds or a bunk bed, mixed dormitories with different capacities and individual beds. Some options have a shared bathroom and others a private bathroom; several rooms have garden or patio views.

The property is part of Convent Garden, a social space dedicated to local urban art and culture. Guests can visit La Cripta bar and El Patio de Convent garden terrace. The shared dining area has microwaves, toasters, kettles, fridges and kitchen utensils, but no oven or hob. Victoria Eugenia Theatre is 700 m away, and San Sebastián's train and bus stations are about 500 m away. It is an option for those who want to stay near the beach and choose between a private room and a bed in a shared dormitory.

A Room In The City Hostel
★ 8.4 · Very good · 4.094 reviews

Plan your stay at A Room In The City Hostel

Hostel in San Sebastián with shared and private rooms, free WiFi, a garden terrace and La Concha Beach 200 m away.

Room types

The rooms include private and shared options, with individual beds and layouts for several people. There are double rooms with two beds or a bunk bed, mixed dormitories with six, eight or more beds, and quadruple rooms. Some double rooms have city views; among the shared options, some have garden views and patio access. Heating and bed linen are among the room amenities.

Several categories have shared bathrooms, while some have private bathrooms. In certain dormitories with bunk beds, each bed has a curtain, individual light, power socket, shelf and mesh pocket for storing belongings. There is also a shared dining area with equipment. You can choose a double room, an individual bed in a shared dormitory or a room for several people, depending on the level of privacy and space you need.

Double Room with Shared Bathroom - 2 Beds — A Room In The City Hostel
Double Room with Shared Bathroom - 2 Beds
15 m²

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • City view
  • Heating

This 15 m² double room accommodates two people and has two single beds and city views. The washbasin is inside the room, while the bathroom is shared. Compared with the option with a bunk bed, it offers two separate beds and more space to organise your stay. It has heating and tiled or marble flooring.

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Double Room (Bunk Bed) with Shared Bathroom — A Room In The City Hostel
Double Room (Bunk Bed) with Shared Bathroom
10 m²

  • 2 Bunk beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • City view
  • Washbasin

This 10 m² room accommodates up to two people in a bunk bed and offers city views. It also has a washbasin and heating, with access to a shared bathroom. It is the more compact alternative to the double room with two single beds, and suits you if you prefer to sleep in a single bunk-bed structure.

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8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room — A Room In The City Hostel
8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
40 m²

  • 8 Single beds
  • Max 8 guests
  • Patio
  • Bed linen

At 40 m², this mixed dormitory has eight single beds and is the most spacious shared option among the first categories. It has access to a patio and a shared bathroom, as well as a communal dining area. Compared with the six-bed dormitory, it offers two more beds and a larger indoor space.

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Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Private Bathroom — A Room In The City Hostel
Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Private Bathroom
25 m²

  • 1 Single bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating

This option reserves one single bed for one person in a six-bed mixed dormitory. At 25 m², it offers more space than an individual bed in other shared dormitories. This category stands out for its private bathroom and its heating, bed linen and tiled or marble flooring.

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6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room — A Room In The City Hostel
6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
15 m²

  • 6 Single beds
  • Max 6 guests
  • Bed linen
  • Heating

This 15 m² mixed dormitory has six single beds and accommodates six people. It shares the communal layout of the eight-bed dormitory, but has fewer beds and less space. The room has heating and bed linen, and access to a shared bathroom and the communal dining area.

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Quadruple Room with Private Bathroom - Bunk Beds — A Room In The City Hostel
Quadruple Room with Private Bathroom - Bunk Beds
13 m²

  • 4 Bunk beds
  • Max 4 guests
  • Garden view
  • Private bathroom

Designed for four people, this 13 m² room has two bunk beds and a private bathroom. Each bed includes a curtain, light, power socket, shelf and mesh bag for storing personal belongings. The garden views distinguish it from shared categories without this outlook, and the floor is wood or parquet.

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Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom — A Room In The City Hostel
Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
35 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Garden view
  • Patio

This individual bed is in a 12-bed mixed dormitory measuring 35 m², with a shared bathroom. The bunk bed has a curtain, individual light, power socket, shelf and mesh pocket for personal belongings. Garden views and access to the patio are features of this category, which differs from the six- or eight-bed dormitories.

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Bed in 8-Bed Shared Dormitory with Shared Bathroom — A Room In The City Hostel
Bed in 8-Bed Shared Dormitory with Shared Bathroom
18 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Garden view
  • Patio

This individual bed is in an eight-bed shared dormitory measuring 18 m², with a shared bathroom. It has garden views and access to a patio, like the 12-bed category, but has fewer beds and less space. The bed has a curtain, individual light, power socket, shelf and mesh pocket.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to walk to La Concha Beach, 200 m away
  • you are travelling alone or in a group and want to choose between private rooms and shared dormitories
  • you are interested in Convent Garden's social spaces, with a bar and garden terrace
  • you want train and bus stations to be about 500 m away
  • you are looking for a bed in a dormitory with a curtain, individual light and power socket

Maybe not, if...

  • you need on-site parking: there is no parking
  • you want to have breakfast at the accommodation: breakfast is not available
  • you are travelling with children under 18 who are not accompanied by a parent or legal guardian
  • you are organising a group of more than 12 people and need the same terms as for an individual booking

Hotel facilities & services

The hostel offers free WiFi throughout the property, as well as a lift to access the different floors. Family rooms, non-smoking rooms and allergy-free options are available; hypoallergenic products are also provided. The rooms have heating, and the communal areas include a terrace and a shared lounge with a TV.

Practical services include luggage storage and tourist information. Bicycle rental and a pub crawl are also available for those who want to explore the city. Facilities include a shower, toilet and bed linen. The range of options lets you combine use of the communal spaces with a private room or a bed in a shared dormitory, depending on how you travel.

Great for your stay

  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tourist information
  • Shower
  • Pub crawl
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift

General facilities

  • Terrace
  • Bicycle rental
  • Pub crawl
  • Shared TV lounge
  • Luggage storage
  • Tourist information
  • Hypoallergenic product
  • No smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Media & technology

  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet
  • Shower
  • Bed linen

Location & what to see

The hostel is in central San Sebastián, with addresses at Calle Manterola, 15 and Calle Easo, 20, two parallel streets. La Concha Beach is 200 m away; the Cathedral of the Good Shepherd, 210 m away, and Zaragoza Square, 130 m away, are also nearby. The area combines urban streets with places to eat: La Tagliatella and Oriental are 50 m away, while Hollywood Bar, Bar Belarra and La Carpa Bar are 100 m away.

To get around the city, Amara-Donostia is 400 m away. San Sebastián Train Station and San Sebastián Bus Station are 500 m away. San Sebastián Airport is 15 km away, and Biarritz Airport is 39 km away. You can also walk to other beaches: Zurriola is 1 km away and Ondarreta is 1.1 km away. Public transport and the distances within the city make it possible to plan your journeys without always relying on a car.

Nearby attractions include Victoria Eugenia Theatre, 700 m away, and Cristina Enea Park, 750 m away. San Telmo Museum and San Sebastián Aquarium are 950 m away; Miramar Palace is 1.2 km away. You can combine these cultural and green spaces with walks by the sea, and save the beach for the warmer months. La Concha, Zurriola and Ondarreta offer different stretches of coastline to round off a city stay.

La Concha Beach — Urban beach beside the bay, with a seafront promenade and access to the sea. 200 m
Cathedral of the Good Shepherd — Neo-Gothic church distinguished by its large tower and urban architecture. 210 m
Koldo Mitxelena — Cultural centre with exhibitions and activities in the heart of the urban area. 220 m
Cristina Enea Park — Urban garden with tree-lined paths for walking and relaxing. 750 m
San Telmo Museum — Museum dedicated to Basque society and history. 950 m
San Sebastián Aquarium — Aquarium and maritime museum beside the port of San Sebastián. 950 m

What guests say about A Room In The City Hostel

8.4
Very good · 4.094 reviews
Staff
9.0
Comfort
8.7
Location
9.5
Cleanliness
8.7
Facilities
8.5
Value for money
8.1
Free Wi-Fi
8.6

Guests particularly appreciate the staff's attentiveness and the central setting. They also highlight the cleanliness, comfortable beds and WiFi connection. The facilities and value for money receive somewhat more moderate ratings, although the overall feedback remains positive.

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