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Hostel in San Sebastián with shared dormitories, a communal kitchen and walking access to La Concha, Zurriola, the old town and the stations.
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Downtown River Hostel is a hostel in San Sebastián, 880 m from La Concha Beach, with mixed dormitories and a shared kitchen. It is designed for solo travellers who want to explore the city on foot: the old town is an eight-minute walk away, and the train and bus stations are very close.
Beds are available in shared dormitories with four, six or eight beds; options range from 25 to 45 m², with city and river views. The four- and eight-bed dormitories have bunk beds, while the six-bed option has a single bed. The hostel offers free WiFi, a shared lounge, lockers and luggage storage, as well as tourist information. There are shared bathrooms and a kitchen where you can prepare meals. Zurriola Beach, San Telmo Museum and Cristina Enea Park can all be included in walking routes. Hiking and canoeing are also available nearby. There is no parking at the property.
Downtown River Hostel offers beds in mixed shared dormitories with four, six or eight places, an option for those booking an individual bed rather than a private room. Each option accommodates one guest; the six- and eight-bed dormitories cover 45 m², while the four-bed dormitory is 25 m². The beds also differ: the six-bed dormitory has single beds, while the other two have bunk beds.
All three options offer city and river views, as well as a coffee machine and kitchen equipment. The four-bed dormitory also has air conditioning. The bathrooms are shared, and the communal kitchen has a fridge, microwave and utensils. You can choose between the air-conditioned option with fewer beds and larger dormitories with different numbers of beds, depending on your preferences for your stay.
This single bed is in the six-bed mixed dormitory, which covers 45 m² and has city and river views. Unlike the options with bunk beds, it offers a single bed; the space includes a coffee machine and kitchen equipment, as well as tile or marble flooring.
In the eight-bed mixed dormitory, your bed is a bunk bed and the room covers 45 m². It shares city and river views with the other options and has a coffee machine and kitchen equipment; it is the spacious option with the most beds.
This bed is in the smallest mixed dormitory, with four beds across 25 m². It comes with a bunk bed and air conditioning, as well as city and river views and a coffee machine. It is the only air-conditioned option and has the fewest beds of the available dormitories.
The hostel offers free WiFi throughout the property and non-smoking rooms. The shared kitchen lets you prepare meals and has a fridge, microwave and utensils; there is also a coffee and tea maker. For help finding your way during your stay, the hostel provides tourist information, lockers and luggage storage. The shared area has a TV space and board games or puzzles, while the laundry service is useful for longer visits.
The shared bathrooms have a shower and hairdryer, and bed linen is provided. The accommodation offers heating, a fan and soundproofed rooms, as well as daily housekeeping and private check-in and check-out. It is also adapted for guests with reduced mobility; upper floors are accessible by stairs only. Practical features include child safety socket covers and lockers.
Downtown River Hostel is at San Martin, 2, in central San Sebastián, in an urban area with everyday services and public transport nearby. The old town, known for its pintxos bars, is an eight-minute walk away. La Concha Beach is 880 m away and Zurriola is 920 m away; both let you combine a city walk with time by the sea. San Sebastián bus station is 190 m away and Donostia train station is 210 m away.
The Cathedral of the Good Shepherd is 270 m away, Koldo Mitxelena is 320 m away and Plaza de Guipúzcoa is 370 m away. San Telmo Museum is 860 m away, and San Sebastián Aquarium is 1.1 km away. San Sebastián Airport is 15 km away; Biarritz Airport is 39 km away. The nearby stations make it easy to continue your journey by train or bus and get around the city without a car.
For a cultural visit, you can combine the old town with San Telmo Museum and the Aquarium, both within walking distance. Cristina Enea Park is 600 m away and Monte Ulia is 2 km away; the latter offers walking routes and scenic views. In summer, La Concha and Zurriola let you alternate between swimming and coastal walks, while the beaches, museums and parks make up urban routes during the rest of the year. Hiking and canoeing are also available nearby.
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Guests particularly value the proximity to the beaches, old town and stations. They also highlight the staff and cleanliness; ratings for comfort and facilities are somewhat more moderate, as is value for money.
The price of a night at Downtown River Hostel varies by season, dates and bed type. To check rates for your stay, you can see the latest price through our partners' booking channels.
Downtown River Hostel is at San Martin, 2, in San Sebastián. San Sebastián Airport is 15 km away and Biarritz Airport is 39 km away. Donostia train station is 210 m away and San Sebastián bus station is 190 m away, with connections for arriving by public transport and getting around the city. The hostel has no parking.
Downtown River Hostel is near the Cathedral of the Good Shepherd, 270 m away, and the Koldo Mitxelena cultural centre, 320 m away. Plaza de Guipúzcoa is 370 m away and San Telmo Museum is 860 m away. La Concha Beach is 880 m away and Zurriola is 920 m away; the old town is also an eight-minute walk away.
Downtown River Hostel offers beds in mixed shared dormitories with four, six or eight places. The six- and eight-bed options cover 45 m², and the four-bed option covers 25 m². The six-bed dormitory has single beds, while the four- and eight-bed dormitories have bunk beds; each booking is for one guest.
Yes, Downtown River Hostel has a shared kitchen. It includes a fridge, microwave, kitchenware and a coffee machine, as well as a kettle or coffee maker. Beds are in mixed dormitories, and the bathrooms are shared.
Downtown River Hostel is adapted for guests with reduced mobility. However, the upper floors are accessible by stairs only, which is worth bearing in mind if you need to reach one of them during your stay.
Check-in at Downtown River Hostel is available from 14:00 to 23:30, and you must check out by 10:30. The hostel offers private check-in and check-out.
