Pension Iturriza

Perfect little spot in Old Town San Sebastián. Located on a quiet street just minutes from everyplace you might want to be---restaurants, La Concha, etc. No frills, just a perfect sized room with a balcony. Ibon was a great host. Answered any questions or concerns and, most importantly, arranged my taxi pickup to go to the airport. Getting a taxi in Old Town isn't easy (travel tip) so that was much appreciated. Definitely staying here again when I return to Donostia.

I'm giving Pension Iturriza an excellent rating for two reasons: location and staff. Pension Iturriza is located in the heart of the old town of San Sebastian where just about everything that you need is. You really cannot beat this location. It is quiet where the pension is located, but it is a five minute walk from the main action. There are so many pintxos bars close by, and you will have no problems finding a spot to eat. And the price that I paid was extremely reasonable in a city that is quite expensive. I unfortunately did not get a chance to meet Ibon, but I met his wonderful wife Maite. I could have talked to her for hours. She helped me reschedule a restaurant reservation. She also called the train company for me as I was seeking information about a rerouting. She also gave me tips on what to order at the pintxos bars close by. I just loved talking with her, and I would return here just to chat with her and Ibon. This was the only time during my 2.5 week trip in Europe that I met hotel staff that took such a keen interest in helping me and making me feel at home. To keep expectations in check, these are not luxury facilities. But in a city like San Sebastian, this is wholly unnecessary. My room was very comfortable with a functional air conditioner (unlike my Bilbao location), a shower with strong water pressure, and blackout shades (unlike my Iceland location). It was very easy to walk here from the pintxos bars and take an afternoon nap before heading out for the evenings. Also, in the common area, there is a water dispenser, absolutely invaluable during the summer months. Finally, I would like to applaud Pension Iturriza for making my arrival so easy. The front desk is only staffed during certain hours, so when I arrived, I had very clear arrival instructions with my room card (and lock code) readily available. They really do their best to be available for your needs when they are not at the desk. I hope to come back soon!

The location is fantastic! The rooms are spotless and roomy. Ibon is an absolute gem - super friendly and helpful. He gave us some excellent tips on what to do in San Sebastián and where to eat all across the city. We’re definitely coming back next time!