Hotel Zubieta

HLEK1, Lekeitio, North Spain

17th century charm in a typical Basque fishing village

A short walk from the beach and harbour in the archetypal Basque fishing port of Lekeitio this delightful 3-star hotel is housed in a 17th century building and offers lovely views to the lush green countryside.

Inside the hotel has a rustic style and is full of period details such as wooden beams and rafters, wrought iron lamps, cosy fireplaces and terracotta floors which create an authentic, homely atmosphere.

The 23 bedrooms are spacious yet cosy with a country-style d?cor in keeping with the rest of the house whilst offering all the creature comforts including en-suite bathrooms, flat-screen TV and WiFi. Superior rooms offer a balcony or sitting room and some have 4-poster or canopy beds. Family rooms have pull-out beds in the lounges, and the suite has a jacuzzi bathtub.

The hotel also offers a 'gourmet' bistrot and a delightful terrace giving on to the garden as well as a seasonal outdoor pool. For cooler months there's a comfy lounge with an inviting fireplace.

Accommodation

23 bedrooms comprising of 10 double rooms, 11 deluxe rooms, one family room and one junior suite.
All rooms have en-suite bathrooms with amenities and hairdryer, free wifi, safe deposit box, and TV.
One room is prepared for guests with limited mobility and some of the rooms can accept small pets.

Hotel Features

24 hour reception
Free parking
Bar-Cafeteria
Garden terrace
Bike friendly (storage and repair services available)
Small pets are welcome (please consult)
Outdoor pool (seasonal)
Computer for clients use

Restaurant

Breakfast is served either in the dining area or on the terrace and includes a selection of freshly made breads, jams, croissants, cakes, scrambled eggs, bacon, coffees, fresh orange juice, etc.
In the evening the Bistro Bar offers a small menu of selected dishes with the best local products: a salad with their own tomatoes, anchovies from local ports, etc.
There are plenty of options for eating out nearby, particularly in the summer months.

Hotel Facilities

24 Hour Reception
Tour Booking Service
WiFi all areas
Garden/Patio/Terrace
No smoking in hotel
Air Conditioning

Sports and Wellbeing

Swimming Pool (outdoor, seasonal)
Spa

Room facilities (all rooms)

En-suite bathroom
Heating
Air conditioning
WIFI
TV
Hairdryer

Dining

Restaurant, open to the public
Bar, open to the public, serving drinks and light snacks

Accessibility

Facilities adapted for guests with reduced mobility
Room(s) adapted for guests with reduced mobility

Parking

On-site parking (free)

Pets

Pets allowed by prior arrangement - please consult

Lekeitio, North Spain

With its fine beaches, fishy restaurants by the harbour and colourful tuna boats bobbing at anchor, Lekeitio is possibly the most picturesque of all the Basque fishing ports.

Set half way between Bilbao and San Sebastian (just over an hour’s drive from either) it’s out-of-the-way position has helped to protect it from over-modernisation and to maintain its traditional Basque way of life. That said the town has had some share of tourism due to its wonderful beaches, authentic gastronomy and the popular thalassotherapy spa near the harbour and there’s always plenty going on throughout the summer months.

Although a little off the beaten track a short drive west will take you to Gernika,and the spectacular Nature Reserve of Urdaibai with the pretty town of Mundaka at the mouth of the estuary. Head east and you can pick your way along he coast through fishing villages to Zumaia, with it’s awesome rock formations, and Getaria (birthplace of Elcano, the first man to circumnavigate the globe – and no, it wasn’t Magellan) and on to San Sebastian.

Locally, if you can drag yourself away from the beaches and tapas bars, there are lovely walks to the lighthouse, out to the island at low tide or into the emerald-green hills behind the town.
Enjoy the pintxos – especially the local anchovies and tuna
Walk To San Nicolas Island
Visit The Basilica Of The Asunción De Santa María
Enjoy the beaches, Isuntza and Karraspio
Head west to Guernica and Mundaka
Learn a little Basque – the local dialect is famous for being the most difficult of all!
Explore the Urdaibai Nature reserve – fascinating and beautiful
Head east to Zumaia (amazing rocks) and Getaria (famous seafood)
Visit San Juan de Gaztelugatxe made famous by Game of Thrones