Balenax Pensión
Gijón · Asturias · 2 Stars

Balenax Pensión

Two-star hotel in Gijón, with rooms featuring private bathrooms, free Wi-Fi and a shared kitchen, 250 m from Playa de San Lorenzo.

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8.9 Score
300 Reviews
2★ Stars
16:30 Check-in
Area Gijón
Nearby Playa de San Lorenzo · 250 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 16:30

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Balenax Pensión

Balenax Pensión is a 2-star hotel in the Centro district of Gijón, 250 m from Playa de San Lorenzo. Its location makes it easy to explore several central spots on foot, including the Jardines del Paseo de Begoña and Mercado del Sur.

The rooms have a private bathroom, flat-screen TV, desk, wardrobe, bed linen and towels. There are double rooms with a double bed, an option with two single beds and a single room; some have a patio and views of the city or an inner courtyard. The shared kitchen is a practical option if you prefer to prepare something during your stay. The hotel offers free Wi-Fi, a lift and tourist information, as well as a paid airport shuttle service.

Playa de San Lorenzo is 250 m away and Playa de Poniente is 750 m away. Nearby, you’ll also find the Roman Baths of Campo Valdés, Plaza Mayor and the Museo y Casa Natal de Jovellanos. The bus station is about 550 m away and Sanz Crespo train station is 1.2 km away.

Balenax Pensión
★ 8.9 · Fabulous · 300 reviews

Plan your stay at Balenax Pensión

Two-star hotel in Gijón, with rooms featuring private bathrooms, free Wi-Fi and a shared kitchen, 250 m from Playa de San Lorenzo.

Room types

The room options include double rooms with a double bed, a room with two single beds and a single room. They range from 8 to 13.5 m², with a private bathroom and flat-screen TV in each room. The option with two single beds also has a sofa and city views, while the double rooms with a large bed offer different views of the surroundings.

Some rooms have a patio: one double room combines this space with views of the city and an inner courtyard, while the Economy Double Room overlooks an inner courtyard. The single room, designed for one person, offers city views. All rooms have a desk, wardrobe, bed linen and towels; the bathrooms include toiletries, a hairdryer and a bath or shower. The different layouts let you choose between a single room or a room for two.

Double Room with Private Bathroom — Balenax Pensión
Double Room with Private Bathroom
9 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Patio
  • City view

At 9.5 m², this double room combines city views with a patio overlooking an inner courtyard. It has a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV; the double bed completes the space for two guests. Toiletries, a hairdryer and a desk add practical touches for a stay in the centre.

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Double Room with Private Bathroom - 2 Beds — Balenax Pensión
Double Room with Private Bathroom - 2 Beds
13 m² · Private bathroom

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

At 13.5 m², this room with two single beds is the option that includes a sofa and city views. The private bathroom has a bath or shower; there is also a flat-screen TV, wardrobe and desk. Its layout accommodates two guests in separate beds.

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Single Room — Balenax Pensión
Single Room
8 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Single bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • City view
  • Desk

This 8 m² single room is designed for one person and offers city views. It has a single bed, a private bathroom with a bath or shower and a flat-screen TV. A desk and wardrobe complete the facilities, while the wooden or parquet flooring gives the space a consistent finish.

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Economy Double Room — Balenax Pensión
Economy Double Room
10 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Patio
  • Inner courtyard view

The 10 m² Economy Double Room has a double bed, private bathroom and flat-screen TV. Its distinctive feature is a patio overlooking an inner courtyard, setting it apart from the double room with city views. It includes a desk, wardrobe, bed linen and toiletries.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to stay in central Gijón and walk to Playa de San Lorenzo, 250 m away.
  • you’d like to alternate beach time with cultural visits, such as the Roman Baths of Campo Valdés and the Museo y Casa Natal de Jovellanos.
  • you need free internet access during your stay: Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.
  • you’d prefer to have access to a shared kitchen as well as a room with a private bathroom.
  • you want to use the lift and have tourist information to help plan walks, hikes or guided walking tours.

Maybe not, if...

  • you’re travelling by car and need parking at the property: there is no parking.
  • you need breakfast to be included in your stay.
  • you’re looking for a room for more than two people: rooms accommodate a maximum of one or two guests.
  • you’d prefer to avoid damage deposits or can’t arrive during check-in hours, which end at 20:30.

Hotel facilities & services

Balenax Pensión offers free Wi-Fi throughout the property and a shared kitchen. The rooms have a private bathroom, shower or bath, towels, bed linen, toiletries and a hairdryer. They also have a TV, while the communal areas include a lift and heating. The accommodation is non-smoking and offers daily housekeeping.

To plan your outings, you can make use of the tourist information and guided walking tours. Activities in the area include hiking and a golf course less than 3 km away. There are board games and puzzles, as well as express check-in and check-out. The property provides a paid airport shuttle and has security cameras in the communal areas, an alarm and key access. Pet bowls are also among the facilities.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Tourist information
  • Shower
  • Hiking
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
  • Lift

General facilities

  • Walking tours
  • Hiking
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tourist information
  • Express check-in and check-out
  • Airport shuttle
  • Board games / puzzles
  • Security cameras in communal areas
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Wooden or parquet flooring
  • Heating
  • Lift

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • TV
  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Bed linen
  • Wardrobe
  • Shared kitchen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Desk

Location & what to see

Balenax Pensión is on Calle Casimiro Velasco, in the Centro district of Gijón, 250 m from Playa de San Lorenzo. Jardines del Paseo de Begoña is 200 m away and Plaza del Instituto is 180 m away. Ciudadela de Celestino Solar is 250 m away, and Mercado del Sur is 300 m away. The area combines shopping streets and urban spaces with easy access to the coast and the old town.

Alsa bus station in Gijón is 540 m away; Sanz Crespo train station is 1.2 km away. Asturias Airport is 28 km away, and the hotel offers a paid airport shuttle. There is no parking at the property. Nearby cultural attractions include Museo Nicanor Piñole, 350 m away, Museo Barjola, 550 m away, and the Roman Baths of Campo Valdés, 600 m away. Plaza Mayor is also 600 m away.

For time by the sea, Playa de San Lorenzo is 250 m away, Playa de Poniente is 750 m away and Playa del Arbeyal is 2.5 km away. La Escalerona, 300 m away, gives access to the seafront promenade, while Elogio del Horizonte is 950 m away. Gijón Aquarium is 1.4 km away, as is Parque de Isabel la Católica. On beach days, you can combine a walk along the coast with visits to museums and gardens; the centre also has restaurants and cafés just a few dozen metres away.

Playa de San Lorenzo — A long urban beach for swimming and walking along the Cantabrian coast. 250 m
Jardines del Paseo de Begoña — A central garden area, suitable for a rest during a walk. 200 m
Roman Baths of Campo Valdés — Archaeological remains that show the Roman presence in Gijón. 600 m
Main Square, Gijón — A historic square surrounded by buildings and venues in the old town. 600 m
Jovellanos Museum and Birthplace — A museum dedicated to the life and legacy of the Asturian writer. 650 m
Alsa Bus Station in Gijón — A bus terminal for connections to Gijón and other destinations. 540 m

What guests say about Balenax Pensión

8.9
Fabulous · 300 reviews
Staff
9.7
Comfort
9.1
Location
9.7
Cleanliness
9.3
Facilities
8.9
Value for money
9.0
Free Wi-Fi
8.7

Reviews are particularly positive about the staff and cleanliness; comfort and facilities are also highlighted. The Wi-Fi receives a somewhat more moderate rating, while the service and upkeep contribute to a favourable overall impression.

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