Parador de Hondarribia
Hondarribia · Basque Country · 4 Stars

Parador de Hondarribia

Four-star hotel in Hondarribia, housed in a 10th-century castle, with terraces, historic courtyards and rooms overlooking the estuary, sea or river.

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8.9 Score
836 Reviews
4★ Stars
14:00 Check-in
Nearby Church of Our Lady of the Assumption and del Manzano · 70 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 14:00

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Parador de Hondarribia

Parador de Hondarribia is a 4-star hotel in Hondarribia, housed in a 10th-century castle overlooking the Bidasoa River estuary. The architecture retains original arches and historic spaces, including courtyards and banquet halls; its terraces offer outdoor space to relax.

Its rooms combine wooden floors with modern amenities: flat-screen TV, safe, minibar and private bathroom. There are double rooms overlooking an inner courtyard or the sea and river, as well as a 36 m² junior suite with a fireplace, bathtub and water views. The buffet breakfast is served in the café, and the bar is a place to enjoy a drink in the castle itself. Free Wi-Fi is available in the communal areas; private parking is nearby and charges apply. Plaza de Armas places the hotel in the historic centre, with restaurants a short walk away and local beaches from 1 km away.

Parador de Hondarribia
★ 8.9 · Fabulous · 836 reviews

Plan your stay at Parador de Hondarribia

Four-star hotel in Hondarribia, housed in a 10th-century castle, with terraces, historic courtyards and rooms overlooking the estuary, sea or river.

Room types

All three accommodation options have air conditioning, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV and a minibar. The two double rooms measure 20 m² and accommodate up to two people; both have two single beds. The Standard overlooks an inner courtyard, while the Superior offers sea and river views, a clear difference if you want to enjoy the scenery from your room.

The Junior Suite covers 36 m² and also accommodates up to two guests. It has an extra-large double bed, a fireplace and a bathtub, as well as sea and river views. A safe and wooden or parquet floors complete the room amenities. The double rooms may have a bathtub or shower; the Junior Suite has a bathtub. Toiletries and a hairdryer are among the room amenities.

Standard Double Room — Parador de Hondarribia
Standard Double Room
20 m²

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Views of an inner courtyard
  • Air conditioning

At 20 m² and with views of an inner courtyard, this double room differs from the options overlooking the sea and river. It has two single beds, air conditioning and a minibar; wooden floors, a safe and a fireplace complete its classic style.

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Superior Double Room — Parador de Hondarribia
Superior Double Room
20 m²

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Sea view
  • River view

It also measures 20 m², but its sea and river views set this Superior Double Room apart from the Standard, which overlooks the courtyard. It has two single beds, air conditioning, a private bathroom and a minibar; the safe and wooden floor complement the building's historic character.

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Junior Suite — Parador de Hondarribia
Junior Suite
36 m²

  • 1 Extra-large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Fireplace
  • Bathtub

At 36 m², the Junior Suite offers more space than the two double rooms and also has sea and river views. The extra-large double bed, fireplace and bathtub set it apart; it also has air conditioning, a minibar, a kettle and a coffee maker.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to stay in a 10th-century castle overlooking the Bidasoa River estuary.
  • you like rooms with sea and river views, available in the Superior and Junior Suite.
  • you want buffet breakfast in the café or breakfast in your room.
  • you want to combine your stay with activities such as hiking, cycling, windsurfing or canoeing.
  • you are travelling with an electric vehicle: there is a charging station.

Maybe not, if...

  • you need free parking: nearby private parking costs €21 per day.
  • you want to reserve a parking space in advance: parking cannot be reserved.
  • you need Wi-Fi in your room: free Wi-Fi is available in the communal areas.
  • you want sea views from every room: the Standard Double overlooks an inner courtyard.

Hotel facilities & services

The hotel brings together outdoor spaces and options for combining relaxation with activities. It has outdoor furniture, a terrace, a sun terrace and a garden; inside the castle, the bar and café offer drinks and serve buffet breakfast, which is also available in your room. The rooms have a minibar and a kettle or coffee maker.

To explore the coast and surrounding area, the hotel offers activities such as snorkelling, scuba diving, cycling, hiking, canoeing, windsurfing and fishing; horse riding and a golf course less than 3 km away are also available. A local culture tour or class is offered, along with concierge service and luggage storage. Free Wi-Fi is available in the communal areas, and there is a charging station for electric vehicles. Private parking is nearby, costs €21 per day and cannot be reserved.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Room service
  • Windsurfing

General facilities

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Local culture tour or class
  • Snorkelling
  • Horse riding
  • Scuba diving
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
  • Windsurfing
  • Fishing
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
  • Concierge service

Parking

  • Electric vehicle charging station

Food & drink

  • Café on site
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Tea/coffee maker

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Wardrobe
  • Electric kettle
  • Socket near the bed
  • Fireplace
  • Desk

Location & what to see

Parador de Hondarribia is on Plaza de Armas, in the historic centre, in a 10th-century castle beside the Bidasoa River estuary. The Church of Our Lady of the Assumption and del Manzano is 70 m away; Ramery museoa is 130 m away and the Javier Ugarte Gardens are 150 m away. The Outer Gate of San Nicolas and the Santa María Gate are about 180 m away, among streets, squares and historic buildings that you can explore on foot.

The seafront promenade is 250 m away. Grande Plage is 1 km away, Playa de Hondarribia is 1.5 km away and Plage des Deux Jumeaux is 2.6 km away. San Sebastián Airport is 450 m away and Biarritz Airport is 23 km away. The Hondarribia - Hendaia txalupa ferry terminal is 510 m away; Hendaya Station is 1.4 km away and Irun Ficoba is 1.6 km away. San Sebastián is a 20-minute drive away and Biarritz is 35 minutes away.

For coastal walks, Monte de Jaizkibel is 5 km away and Peñas de Aya Natural Park is 8 km away. Albaola, the Basque Maritime Factory, is 11 km away. In the warmer months, the beaches offer a place to swim, while the local trails are suitable for outdoor excursions. In the historic centre, Antxiña is 20 m away, Andire Taberna is 40 m away and Gastroteka Danontzat is 50 m away; these are nearby options for trying local cuisine and seafood.

Church of Our Lady of the Assumption and del Manzano — Historic church beside the streets and squares of the old town. 70 m
Ramery museoa — Local museum where you can discover Hondarribia's heritage and history. 130 m
Javier Ugarte Gardens — Landscaped area nearby for a stroll between visits to the historic centre. 150 m
Santa María Gate — Monumental entrance forming part of the town's historic ensemble. 180 m
Hondarribia - Hendaia txalupa — Ferry terminal for crossing between Hondarribia and Hendaia. 510 m
Playa de Hondarribia — Nearby beach where you can enjoy the coast and go for a swim in season. 1,5 km

What guests say about Parador de Hondarribia

8.9
Fabulous · 836 reviews
Staff
9.0
Comfort
9.2
Location
9.6
Cleanliness
9.2
Facilities
8.7
Value for money
7.9
Free Wi-Fi
9.1

Guests particularly appreciate the setting, cleanliness and comfort of the rooms. The staff and facilities receive favourable comments, and the Wi-Fi connection also stands out. Value for money scores somewhat lower than the highest-rated aspects.

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