Parador de Hondarribia
HHON1, Hondarribia, North Spain
Impressive parador in Hondarribia, set in an anciente castle, high on the hill with fantastic views
Set in a formidable castle, known as the Castle of Carlos V but dating back to the 10th Century, the Parador de Hondarribia occupies a once-strategic – now-privileged position overlooking the Bidasoa Estuary with views to the Bay of Biscay and France across the water.
The beautiful castle has been thoughtfully restored to house the hotel and features original arches and period details such as suits of armour, cannons and spears. There are banquet rooms, courtyards and a charming courtyard terrace and outer terrace with fantastic views to the estuary and beyond where you can relax with a drink from the bar.
Walk out the door into the well preserved old-town and from there down to the fisherman's quarter with lively bars serving txakoli and pintxos – or whatever takes you fancy. Stroll a little further and you come to the sandy beach and marina – what more could you ask for!
San Sebastian is just 20 minutes' drive away and the French Pays Basque Hendaye, St Jean de Luz and Biarritz are within easy reach. Or head into the Pyrenees – for a taster you can take the train to the top of La Rhune just nearby for the most wonderful views over the Bay of Biscay.
Accommodation
68 rooms including standard doubles, superior doubles, junior suites and suites. One room is adapted for guests with reduced mobility.All rooms have en-suite bathrooms with free toiletries, a safety Deposit Box, satellite TV and telephone heating and hairdryer.
Hotel Features
Sun terrace and courtyard terrace
Lift
Free Wi-Fi
Heating
24 hour reception with and tourist desk
Currency exchange
Pets not allowed
Parking is available at 16EUR / day
Restaurant
A daily buffet breakfast is served in the cafeteriaThere are many good seafood restaurants (including some Michelin stars) and tapas bars within a short walk in Hondarribia.There is a bar in the main hall serving drinks and snacks
Hotel Facilities
24 Hour ReceptionTour Booking Service
WiFi all areas
Lift
Garden/Patio/Terrace
Shared Lounge / TV Area
Luggage storage
Laundry Service
Room facilities (all rooms)
En-suite bathroomHeating
WIFI
TV
Walk-in shower
Shower over bathtub
Hairdryer
Safe deposit box
Desk
Dining
Breakfast onlyBars / restaurants within walking distance of the hotel
Bar, open to the public, serving drinks and light snacks
Accessibility
Facilities adapted for guests with reduced mobilityRoom(s) adapted for guests with reduced mobility
Parking
On-site parking (extra charge)
Hondarribia, North Spain
On the southern bank of the Bidasoa river which forms the border with France Hondarribia has throughout history enjoyed a strategic position.
Nowadays the same position makes it the perfect base to discover the Basque coast and border region with San Sebastian just 20km away, The French Pais Basque within walking distance and the Pyrenees just a short drive.
- The town itself has a nice beach, a lovely Old Town and a lively fisherman's quarter with plenty bars serving pintxos and txakoli – not to mention some of the finest restaurants in the Basque country!
- Stroll around the medieval Old Town
- Pintxos in the fisherman's quarter – or anywhere you can!
- Visit Hendaye, San Jean de Luz and Biarritz on the French side
- San Sebastian – not to be missed – train in and taxi back maybe…
- Climb Igueldo or Urgull for stunning views of the city
- Ride the train to the summit of La Rhune
- See the reconstruction of a 16th century whaling ship in Alabaola – Pasajes San Juan
- Bera, Lesaka, Etxalar – lovely villages of the Bidasoa valley.
- Coastal walk from Hondarribia round the base of Jaitzkibel mountain.
