Pensión Old City House
San Sebastián · Basque Country · 1 Star

Pensión Old City House

One-star guest house in San Sebastián's Old Town, with free WiFi, rooms with views, and beaches, museums and stations within easy reach.

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8.8 Score
277 Reviews
1★ Star
12:30 Check-in
Nearby Museo San Telmo · 210 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 12:30

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Pensión Old City House

Pensión Old City House is a 1-star guest house in San Sebastián's Old Town, with rooms of up to 14 m² and city views. It is on calle Fermín Calbetón, in a pedestrian area, and offers accommodation for up to two people. Some rooms have a balcony and a shared bathroom; another room type has a private bathroom. All rooms have a TV and minibar, and offer city or landmark views.

Free WiFi reaches 407 Mbps, suitable for video calls and streaming. The property is for adults only, and smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises. Check-in is between 12:30 and 22:00, and you must let the property know your expected arrival time in advance. The guest house is a few minutes' walk from places such as Museo San Telmo and Basílica de Santa María; La Concha and Zurriola beaches are also nearby. Public parking is available nearby for a daily fee.

Pensión Old City House
★ 8.8 · Fabulous · 277 reviews

Plan your stay at Pensión Old City House

One-star guest house in San Sebastián's Old Town, with free WiFi, rooms with views, and beaches, museums and stations within easy reach.

Room types

The three room types at Pensión Old City House are designed for up to two people and offer city or landmark views. The Double Room with Shared Bathroom - 1 or 2 Beds has a balcony: one measures 13 m² and lets you choose between a large double bed or two single beds; the other, measuring 10 m², has a double bed and can also be booked for single use. Both include a flat-screen TV, minibar and streaming service.

The 14 m² alternative stands out for its private bathroom with a shower and does not include a balcony. It also offers city or landmark views, a flat-screen TV and a minibar. Rooms have toiletries, towels, a hairdryer, a safe and wooden or parquet flooring. You can therefore choose between a stay with a shared bathroom and balcony or a slightly larger room with a private bathroom.

Double Room with Shared Bathroom - 1 or 2 Beds — Pensión Old City House
Double Room with Shared Bathroom - 1 or 2 Beds
13 m²

  • 1 Large double bed or 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Balcony
  • City views

At 13 m², this is the larger of the two options with a shared bathroom. Its balcony and views of the city or a landmark set it apart; you can also choose between a large double bed or two single beds. It includes a minibar and a TV with a streaming service.

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Double Room with Shared Bathroom — Pensión Old City House
Double Room with Shared Bathroom
10 m²

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Balcony
  • Landmark views

This is the more compact option, at 10 m², and also has a balcony and shared bathroom. It has a double bed and can be booked for single use. City or landmark views, along with the minibar and TV with a streaming service, complete this simple accommodation option.

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Double Room with Private Bathroom - 1 or 2 Beds — Pensión Old City House
Double Room with Private Bathroom - 1 or 2 Beds
14 m² · Shared bathroom

  • 1 Large double bed or 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Private bathroom
  • City views

At 14 m², this is the largest room and the only one in these categories with a private bathroom and shower. It offers city or landmark views, as well as a minibar and TV with a streaming service. You can choose between a large double bed or two single beds, subject to availability.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to stay in San Sebastián's Old Town, on a pedestrian street.
  • you'd like to walk to beaches such as Zurriola, 350 m away, and La Concha, 760 m away.
  • you need free WiFi at 407 Mbps for video calls or streaming.
  • you prefer accommodation for adults only, with rooms for up to two people.
  • you want to choose between a room with a shared bathroom and balcony or an option with a private bathroom.

Maybe not, if...

  • you need free parking at the property: nearby public parking costs €35 per day.
  • you're travelling with children, as Pensión Old City House is for adults only.
  • you need a private bathroom in every room type: two rooms have shared bathrooms.
  • you want to drive right up to the entrance, as the access street is pedestrianised.

Hotel facilities & services

Pensión Old City House combines practical services for a city stay with spaces designed for relaxation. Free WiFi offers a speed of 407 Mbps, suitable for video calls and streaming. Rooms have a flat-screen TV, minibar, safe and city or landmark views. Toiletries, towels and a hairdryer are also provided.

The building has a lift, heating and a fan, as well as soundproofed rooms; it also offers luggage storage, daily housekeeping and express check-in and check-out. The property is for adults only, and smoking is prohibited throughout. Public parking is available nearby without the need to reserve, at €35 per day. The access street is pedestrianised, which is worth bearing in mind when arriving with luggage or arranging parking.

Great for your stay

  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Views
  • Tour desk
  • Minibar
  • Parking in a garage
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift

General facilities

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in and check-out
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Key card access
  • Safe
  • Adults only
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Hypoallergenic rooms
  • Wooden or parquet flooring
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Lift
  • Fan

Parking

  • Parking in a garage

Food & drink

  • Minibar

Media & technology

  • Streaming service (such as Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bed linen
  • Wardrobe
  • City views
  • Landmark views
  • Cleaning products
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack
  • Clothes rack
  • Desk

Location & what to see

Pensión Old City House is on calle Fermín Calbetón, in San Sebastián's Old Town and a pedestrian area. The surroundings can be explored on foot, among historic streets, shops and bars; Alde Zaharreko Azoka market is 110 m away. Iglesia de San Vicente is 120 m away and Basílica de Santa María is 220 m away. Museo San Telmo is 210 m away, and Plaza de Guipúzcoa is 290 m away.

Zurriola Beach is 350 m away and La Concha is 760 m away, according to the distances to nearby points of interest. You can also reach the Aquarium, 660 m away, and Museo Marítimo Vasco, 560 m away. San Sebastián railway station is 850 m away; the bus station is 950 m away. San Sebastián Airport is 15 km away, while Biarritz Airport is 39 km away. If you're travelling by car, paid public parking is available nearby.

You can combine walks around the historic centre with time by the sea: Zurriola is known for surfing, while La Concha has an urban promenade overlooking the bay. In the warmer months, the beaches are often an option for swimming; outside summer, a visit to Museo San Telmo, Basílica de Santa María and the Aquarium can fill the day with culture. Monte Ulia, 2 km away, offers another option for hiking and coastal views.

Museo San Telmo — Basque history museum housed in a former Dominican convent. 210 m
Church of San Vicente — Gothic church in the Old Town, with medieval architectural features. 120 m
Basilica of Santa María — Baroque basilica among the historic streets of the Parte Vieja. 220 m
Plaza de Guipúzcoa — Garden square with a pond, bridges and walkways in the city centre. 290 m
Aquarium — Marine centre with an underwater tunnel and exhibitions about the Bay of Biscay. 660 m
La Concha — Urban bay with a sandy beach and seafront promenade. 760 m

What guests say about Pensión Old City House

8.8
Fabulous · 277 reviews
Staff
9.5
Comfort
9.3
Location
9.7
Cleanliness
9.5
Facilities
8.8
Value for money
8.6
Free Wi-Fi
8.0

Guests particularly value the staff's service and the cleanliness, which rank among the highest-rated categories. They also appreciate the room comfort and value for money. The facilities receive a slightly more moderate rating, as does the WiFi connection.

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