Hondarribia Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Plaza Gipuzkoa showing heritage architecture, a park and flowers
Plaza Gipuzkoa which includes flowers, a park and heritage elements
Hondarribia
Plaza Gipuzkoa which includes a garden and flowers
Plaza Gipuzkoa featuring interior views and heritage elements

Visit Hondarribia and discover all the treasures that make it one of the most charming towns in the Basque Country.

Hondarribia, a natural border with France, has been a strategic point throughout the history of the Iberian Peninsula, and this is reflected in its walled structure, unique in Gipuzkoa. Don’t miss our offers for cheap trips to Hondarribia and learn all about the wonders that await you in this small coastal town. Enter through the gate of Santa María to reach the old town, and you will be welcomed by a 8 ft statue of a traditional lumberjack. Explore the walled old town with its cobbled streets, and on Kale Nagusia, the main street, you can glimpse typical Basque houses with flowery wooden balconies, and even baroque buildings, such as the Town Hall, dating from the 18th century, or Palacio Zuloaga, nowadays a municipal library and historical archive.

At the end of Kale Nagusia, at the highest part, you will find Plaza de Armas with the Castle of Emperor Carlos V, a stone fortification built at the end of the 10th century that is now a Parador . If you plan your trip for September, opposite the castle you can see the traditional Alarde, where the groups representing the old districts or guilds of the city gather in the square.

The busiest area is the La Marina district, which you can visit with our package holidays to Hondarribia. Known for the picturesque fishermen’s houses and the lively atmosphere of the bars and restaurants in this neighbourhood, you can discover the local cuisine, with traditional dishes and delicious pinchos, in addition to gastronomic innovations brought to you by famous Basque chefs. Walk along Paseo de Butrón, also known as Kai Zaharra, and admire the Cantabrian Sea, the estuary of the River Bidasoa and the Bay of Txingudi with the town of Hendaye (France) across the bay. The pièce de résistance will be a refreshing swim at its beautiful beach, where you can even practise your favourite water sports.

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Where to stay in Hondarribia

Hondarribia showing general coastal views

La Marina

La Marina is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Bay of Biscay and Calle San Pedro.

La Marina
Plaza Gipuzkoa which includes flowers, a park and heritage elements

Hondarribia Historic Center

Hondarribia Historic Center is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Plaza Gipuzkoa and Arma Plaza.

Hondarribia Historic Center
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Anaka

While Anaka isn't home to many top sights, Plaza Gipuzkoa and Calle San Pedro are some notable places to visit nearby.

Anaka
The Social Hub San Sebastián

The Social Hub San Sebastián

3 out of 5
Otamendi Anaiak Kalea, San Sebastián, Gipuzkoa
The price is ₹11,407 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
₹11,407
₹12,548 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in San Sebastián. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Concha Beach and Cristina Enea Park ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (204 reviews)
"Fantastic place to stay. Clean, great staff, easy check in. Lovely bed and fabulous shower. Great pool and bar"

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025

The Social Hub San Sebastián
Barceló Costa Vasca

Barceló Costa Vasca

4 out of 5
Avenida Pio Baroja 15, San Sebastián, Gipuzkoa
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The price is ₹20,458 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
₹20,458
₹22,504 total
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Sebastián. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (993 reviews)
"Rooms are well set up, the breakfast buffet was really good (value and quality) and you are walking distance from the beach. I find it very convenient. A good choice for families."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025

Barceló Costa Vasca
Grand Tonic Hotel & SPA NUXE

Grand Tonic Hotel & SPA NUXE

4 out of 5
58 Avenue Edouard VII, Biarritz, Pyrenees-Atlantiques
The price is ₹12,963 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
₹12,963
₹17,407 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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8.2/10 Very Good! (985 reviews)
Beau sejour
"Hôtel très bien placé, chambre confortable et spacieuse. Très bon accueil."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

Grand Tonic Hotel & SPA NUXE
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Numad Studios

Numad Studios

3 out of 5
Paseo de Miramón, 162, San Sebastián, Gipuzkoa
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in San Sebastián. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions Concha ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (210 reviews)
"Great property, wonderful breakfast, superb staff and easy bus access to old town."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025

Numad Studios
Wecamp San Sebastian

Wecamp San Sebastian

2 out of 5
Paseo Padre Orkolaga, 69, San Sebastián, Guipuzcoa
Stay at this eco-certified campsite in San Sebastián. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Concha Beach and Zarautz Beach ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (76 reviews)
"Wecamp was a great place to stay. Shop, swimming pool, playground and restaurant with good paellas. The bungalow was clean and the beds were really comfortable. We recommend!"

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025

Wecamp San Sebastian
Pierre & Vacances Résidence Eguzki

Pierre & Vacances Résidence Eguzki

3 out of 5
13 Avenue André Ithurralde, Saint-Jean-de-Luz, Pyrenees-Atlantiques
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified residence in Saint-Jean-de-Luz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and laundry facilities. Popular attractions St-Jean-de-Luz ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (237 reviews)
"Very convenient for arrival by bus from Biarritz airport. Very friendly and helpful staff at Reception and everything you need is provided for a self-catered stay. The studio apartment we booked for 4 people comprised a sofa bed and bunk beds but we hadn’t anticipated a sofa bed! It was ok, just ..."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025

Pierre & Vacances Résidence Eguzki
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Stephen/Debra

This little town has everything, a walled Town with a Castle (now a Parador) a pretty Fishermans quarter with Pintxos Bars and restaurants galore, beautiful beaches, an 8 minute boat crossing to France, it is a real Gem (the people are lovely too)

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