Pension Joakina

During our recent walk on the Camino Del Norte we spent the first night in Pensione Joakina in San Sebastian After a hard day on the hills and a 32 kilometre hike it was lovely to find such comfortable and spotlessly clean accommodation at a very reasonable price. The communal area was stocked with everything you might want from umbrellas to Tea Bags. Luis our host could not have been more helpful or pleasant. A Gentleman. To add to all this The Pensione is situated in a location that is central to the beach the shopping area and the Old town. It is a real gem in every way.

We stayed in a room with a balcony. The room had air conditioning which was helpful as it was warm the days we were there. The room very clean and the bed was comfortable. It was great having a wardrobe too and I liked the bathroom. The shower worked well too. The location is great. Walking distance to the beaches, old town as well as the train and bus station. The common room was very helpful. So many varieties of tea! I used the kitchen to make cups of tea regularly. There was a microwave and a fridge to use too. We thought we might use the kitchen to cook meals which is why we booked the Pensión, but vegans are spoilt for choice in San Sebastián! I loved there were beach towels to use and umbrellas. We went swimming 3 days out of 4 so that came in very handy. We contacted Luis through what’s app which was great as we were able to let Luis know we were arriving earlier than expected. Highly recommend.

The host Luis contacted us by Whatsapp and provided us with the location from the train station. He went out of his way to explain everything about the city to us including his suggestions for great Pintxo bars. We used that to find some great places to eat. Our room was a large, clean, self-contained one with a bathroom, kitchen and dining area. It has everything one would need including a coffee machine (with coffee) microwave, cooker and a washing machine. Besides that, we had access to the 'common areas' which had cooking facilities as well plus coffee, iron, beach towels and umbrellas. Luis ensures that his guests have everything they need. The location is excellent and very easy to go to the old town, concha beach as well as the other part of town. We would stay here again if we came back to San Sebastian.

A full apar**ent with all facilities. The owner is very generous and will do anything for you. Location is very good. Out of the rush of the old city but close enough. Clean, spacious, you have free tea, coffee, milk, olive oil and more. Highly recommend.

Stayed here a few nights in May 2022. Good 1) We had the apar**ent. Bedroom, living room, kitchen bath. Included a washing machine (great!). Spacious. No ocean views, however. Thought is was a great deal for 125 a night. Included netlfix and such. Pension contains one other room with bath, and two rooms that share. Had a common room as well,with free coffee/tea, laptop for use, beach equipment, and umbrellas. 2) Communication. Had a lot of communication with Luis pretrip. Answered all emails promptly. Speaks English. Provides you with list of restaurants/tapas places. Best to work with him, rather than an internet booking deal. 3) Location. Not in old town, but about 5 minutes from there and beach. Good location if you're looking to see more than old town. Quiet! Small bar/ restaurant next door (Bar LeGarda). Inexpensive plat de dia. English so so, but you'll get by. Nice people. Think about 1) About 5 minute walk from bus station, but the signage is small and it's easy to miss. If you hit the Bar LeGarda, too far! It's right next door. 2) Bus to airport about a minute a way, but the schedule may not work.