Pensión Altair
San Sebastián · Basque Country · 2 Stars

Pensión Altair

Two-star guest house in Gros, San Sebastián, with rooms with private bathrooms, free Wi-Fi and Zurriola Beach 350 m away.

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8.7 Score
633 Reviews
2★ Stars
13:30 Check-in
Nearby Txapartegi · 80 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 13:30

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Pensión Altair

Pensión Altair is a 2-star guest house in the Gros district of San Sebastián, 250 m from Zurriola Beach and Kursaal Congress Centre.

Accommodation includes single and double rooms, as well as a 50 m² studio for up to four people. All have a private bathroom and heating; room options include a double bed, twin beds and a studio with a large double bed and sofa bed. Wi-Fi is free throughout the property, which also has a lift and wheelchair access. With a range of capacities and bed arrangements, it can suit both a solo getaway and a shared stay. From Gros, you can walk to the old town in about ten minutes; Donostia railway station is 580 m away and the Church of San Ignacio de Loyola is 140 m away.

Pensión Altair
★ 8.7 · Fabulous · 633 reviews

Plan your stay at Pensión Altair

Two-star guest house in Gros, San Sebastián, with rooms with private bathrooms, free Wi-Fi and Zurriola Beach 350 m away.

Room types

There are five options: a single room for one person, double rooms and a 50 m² studio for up to four guests. The double rooms measure 10 m²; the studio combines a large double bed and a sofa bed. One of the double room categories lets you choose between a double bed and two single beds, while another has two single beds.

All have a private bathroom and heating; amenities include a fan, wardrobe, coat rack, towels and hairdryer, and the bathrooms have a bath or shower. The single room and some double rooms are on the ground floor; the lift provides access to the upper floors. The range of options lets you choose a solo stay, a room for two or a spacious studio, depending on the number of travellers.

Small Single Room — Pensión Altair
Small Single Room
7 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 single bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Bath or shower
  • Hairdryer

Designed for one person, this single room has the essentials for a restful stay and a private bathroom. The unit is on the ground floor and is wheelchair accessible; it has heating, a fan, a wardrobe and a coat rack. A bath or shower and hairdryer complete the amenities.

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Double Room with Private Bathroom — Pensión Altair
Double Room with Private Bathroom
10 m² · Shared bathroom

  • 1 double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Heating
  • Wardrobe

This 10 m² double room has a double bed and a private bathroom, as well as heating and a fan. Amenities include a wardrobe, coat rack and socket by the bed; the bathroom has a bath or shower and a hairdryer. The unit is on the ground floor and is wheelchair accessible.

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Double Room with Private Bathroom - 1 or 2 Beds — Pensión Altair
Double Room with Private Bathroom - 1 or 2 Beds
10 m²

  • 1 double bed or 2 single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Bath or shower
  • Upper floors accessible by lift

At 10 m², this category lets you choose between a double bed and two single beds, a useful option if you prefer to sleep separately. It has a private bathroom with a bath or shower, heating, a fan and a wardrobe. The upper floors are accessible by lift; the unit is wheelchair accessible.

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Standard Studio — Pensión Altair
Standard Studio
50 m²

  • 1 sofa bed and 1 large double bed
  • Max 4 guests
  • Heating
  • Upper floors accessible by lift

The Standard Studio is the most spacious option: its 50 m² can accommodate up to four people with a large double bed and a sofa bed. It has a private bathroom, heating, a fan and a wardrobe. It is on an upper floor accessible by lift and offers more space than the double rooms.

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Twin Room — Pensión Altair
Twin Room
10 m²

  • 2 single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Bath or shower
  • Entire unit is located on the ground floor

This 10 m² room has two single beds, unlike the category that lets you choose between a double bed and separate beds. It offers a private bathroom with a bath or shower, heating, a fan and a wardrobe; the unit is on the ground floor and is wheelchair accessible.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to stay in Gros, 350 m from Zurriola Beach and 250 m from Kursaal
  • you are travelling alone and want a single room with a private bathroom
  • you need accommodation for up to four people: the studio is 50 m² and has a sofa bed
  • you prefer free Wi-Fi throughout the property
  • you need wheelchair access: the rooms are listed as accessible

Maybe not, if...

  • you need parking at the property: there is no parking
  • you want to have a party or make noise during quiet hours, from 23:00 to 10:00
  • you are travelling with someone under 18 who is not accompanied by a parent or legal guardian
  • you cannot provide your estimated arrival time in advance; the property requests this information

Hotel facilities & services

The guest house offers practical services within the building. Private and express check-in and check-out are available, and access is by card or key. The property is non-smoking and has heating, a fan and a lift; the lift makes it easier to reach the upper floors. It is also adapted for guests with reduced mobility, with wheelchair access and facilities for guests with hearing impairments.

Rooms have a private bathroom with a toilet, bath or shower, toilet paper and towels. A hairdryer, wardrobe, coat rack and bedside socket complete the amenities. Internet access is listed among the property's services. The stay combines access and climate-control features with functional room amenities.

General facilities

  • Private check-in / check-out
  • Express check-in and check-out
  • Invoice provided
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke detectors
  • Access card
  • Access key
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Fan
  • Adapted for guests with reduced mobility
  • Accessible for guests with hearing impairments
  • Entire unit is wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by lift

Media & technology

  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Wardrobe
  • Socket near the bed
  • Coat rack

Location & what to see

Pensión Altair is at Padre Larroca, 3, Entresuelo, in Gros, the coastal district of San Sebastián next to Zurriola Beach. Kursaal Congress Centre is 250 m away and the beach is 350 m away. The area combines residential streets with local shops: Txapartegi Market is 80 m away and Groseko Azoka is 180 m away. The Church of San Ignacio de Loyola is 140 m away, and the district's streets make it easy to reach the seafront promenade and cross over to the city centre.

For getting around, Donostia railway station is 580 m away and San Sebastián Bus Station is 640 m away; Gros station is 50 m away. San Sebastián Airport is 14 km away, while Biarritz Airport is 38 km away and Pamplona Airport is 65 km away. These connections link the district with rail, bus and air travel, with the main stations within walking distance.

From Gros, you can walk to the old town in about ten minutes and explore its streets and pintxos bars. Zurriola Beach is a place to walk beside the Cantabrian Sea and is known for surfing; La Concha Beach is 900 m away. Cultural attractions include San Telmo Museum, 950 m away, and San Sebastián Aquarium, 1.5 km away. You can also climb Mount Urgull, about a 15-minute walk away, or head to Mount Ulia, 1.4 km away. In summer, the beach and seafront promenades add to the urban walk.

Txapartegi — Neighbourhood market where you can buy products and experience everyday life in Gros. 80 m
Church of San Ignacio de Loyola — The district's parish church, surrounded by Gros's shops and homes. 140 m
Playa de Zurriola — Urban beach known for surfing and walks beside the Cantabrian Sea. 450 m
Donostia — Railway station with regional connections and services to and from San Sebastián. 580 m
San Sebastián Bus Station — Bus terminal with intercity connections to various cities. 640 m
San Telmo Museum — Museum dedicated to Basque society and culture, housed in a former convent. 950 m

What guests say about Pensión Altair

8.7
Fabulous · 633 reviews
Staff
9.5
Comfort
9.0
Location
9.4
Cleanliness
9.1
Facilities
8.7
Value for money
8.7
Free Wi-Fi
8.8

Guests particularly appreciate the staff's service and also highlight the cleanliness and restful stay. The beds receive favourable comments, while the facilities and Internet access contribute to a positive impression of the stay.

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