Adults-only guest house in San Sebastián, with double rooms, some with balconies, a kitchenette and La Concha Beach 300 m away.
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Pension Joakina is an adults-only guest house in central San Sebastián, 300 m from La Concha Beach. Its rooms combine air conditioning, heating, wooden floors, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom; some have a balcony and city views, while another overlooks an inner courtyard and has an external private bathroom. The maximum capacity is two people, and there is a kitchenette with a fridge, microwave, kettle and coffee machine.
The accommodation offers free Wi-Fi, complimentary coffee and tea, and beach towels and parasols for trips to the coast. It also provides a transfer service, luggage storage, tourist information and shared spaces with a TV. It's an option for adults who want to explore the city centre and walk to the beaches, with restaurants, shops and public transport nearby. Smoking and parties are not allowed on the premises; quiet hours are from 22:00 to 09:00. Renovations to the lower floors and entrance are nearly complete; work takes place Monday to Friday between 09:00 and 17:30.
The three available categories are double rooms for up to two people, ranging in size from 12.5 to 16.5 m². All include a kitchenette with a fridge, microwave, coffee machine and electric kettle, as well as air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and soundproofing. All three options have a private bathroom, although in one of them it is outside the room; bear this in mind when choosing.
The largest room measures 16.5 m² and has a balcony, city views and a choice of twin beds or a large double bed. Another option, measuring 12.5 m², overlooks an inner courtyard and offers the same choice of beds, with an external bathroom. The third measures 14 m², has a balcony and city views, and comes with a double bed. The rooms also have basic kitchenware for preparing something simple, while two categories offer outdoor space on their balconies.
At 16.5 m², this is Pension Joakina's largest double room. It has a balcony with city views and a kitchenette equipped with a fridge, microwave and coffee machine. The bathroom is private, and you can choose between two single beds or one large double bed; air conditioning and soundproofing complete the room.
This 12.5 m² option stands out for its views of the inner courtyard and its private bathroom outside the room. It includes air conditioning, soundproofing and a kitchenette with a fridge, coffee machine and microwave. It can be set up with two single beds or one large double bed and is the most compact of the three options.
At 14 m², this double room has a balcony and city views, but differs from the others in offering one fixed double bed rather than alternative bed configurations. It also has a kitchenette, microwave and coffee machine; the private bathroom comes with a bath or shower. Its maximum capacity is two people.
The rooms have a private bathroom, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and free Wi-Fi; they are also non-smoking and have wooden or parquet floors. The kitchenette, with a fridge, microwave, kettle, toaster and coffee machine, lets you prepare drinks and simple meals. Practical bathroom amenities include towels, free toiletries and a hairdryer. The accommodation is designed for couples, with soundproofed rooms and a lift to the upper floors.
Shared areas include a lounge with a TV, and the team offers daily housekeeping, luggage storage, private check-in and express check-in and check-out options. There is also a transfer service, tourist information and suggestions for walking tours, cycling tours and pub crawls. The tea/coffee maker gives you another option for a drink during your stay, while ironing facilities and key access make everyday routines easier.
Pension Joakina is at Calle del Camino, 4-4 Dcha, in central San Sebastián, within walking distance of several places in the old town. Plaza de Guipúzcoa is 80 m away and Alde Zaharreko Azoka is 250 m away; Buen Pastor Cathedral is 470 m away. In this part of the city, you can combine walks along shopping streets with visits to squares, churches and markets, without needing a car to get around the centre.
The coast is nearby: La Concha Beach is 300 m away and Zurriola Beach is 400 m away; Ondarreta is 1.5 km away. For onward travel, Donostia train station is 510 m away, and San Sebastián bus station is 600 m away. San Sebastián Airport is 15 km away, around a 25-minute drive. The guest house has no private parking; public parking is available nearby.
City attractions include San Telmo Museum, 500 m away, and San Sebastián Aquarium, 900 m away; Cristina Enea Park is 950 m away, and Monte Ulia, 1.9 km away, offers another option for walking outdoors. On mild days, La Concha and Zurriola are good for seaside walks, swimming or surfing, depending on conditions. In summer, Semana Grande brings festivities to the city; in September, the International Film Festival attracts visitors, while the Tamborrada on 20 January is a major event in the local calendar.
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Guests particularly appreciate the staff, cleanliness and room comfort. The proximity to the beaches and the property's services also receive favourable comments. Wi-Fi receives more moderate ratings than the other aspects reviewed.
Rates at Pension Joakina vary depending on the season, room type and dates of your stay. You can check the available rates for your dates.
Pension Joakina is 15 km from San Sebastián Airport, around a 25-minute drive. Donostia train station is 510 m away, and San Sebastián bus station is 600 m away. You can also explore the city centre on foot from the accommodation. There is no parking at the property, but public parking is available nearby.
Pension Joakina is near Guipúzcoa Square, 80 m away, and Alde Zaharreko Azoka market, 250 m away. La Concha Beach is 300 m away; Good Shepherd Cathedral is 470 m away, and San Telmo Museum is 500 m away. San Sebastián Aquarium is 900 m away, so you can combine the coast, architecture and cultural visits on foot from the city centre.
Pension Joakina has no private parking; public parking is available nearby for those travelling to San Sebastián by car.
Pension Joakina offers three double-room categories for up to two guests: two rooms with balconies and another with views of an inner courtyard and an external private bathroom. Room sizes range from 12.5 to 16.5 m²; two can be set up with single beds or a large double bed, while the third has one double bed.
Pension Joakina is an adults-only property: children cannot stay in its rooms. Parties are also not allowed, and guests must observe quiet hours from 22:00 to 09:00.
Pension Joakina allows check-in from 11:30 to 21:00 and check-out until 11:30. You must let the property know your expected arrival time in advance; guests are also asked to observe quiet hours from 22:00 to 09:00.