Basic Double Room
- 1 Double bed
- Shower
- Heating
Guest house · San Sebastian · Basque Country
Pension Koxka
A compact pension in the center of San Sebastian's Old Town, offering clean rooms, a helpful team, and easy access to the city's bars, beaches, and landmarks.
- Steps from Old Town and the beach
- Clean, modern rooms with thoughtful amenities
- Helpful staff and easy check-in options
8.2
Great
932 reviews
Booking.com 8.2 · 932 reviews
About
Pension Koxka
Pension Koxka is a one-star guesthouse set on Treinta Y Uno De Agosto street, in the heart of San Sebastian's historic Old Town. It's a short walk from the Maria Cristina Bridge and close to the city's most lively spots. The property keeps things simple: free Wi-Fi throughout, public parking nearby, and a range of rooms from singles to superior doubles with balconies.
Guests consistently highlight the spotless rooms, comfortable beds, and the welcoming, helpful staff. The pension also offers practical touches like key card access, a safe deposit box, and an elevator. Its location is a major draw, placing you within easy reach of pinxtos bars, restaurants, and the iconic La Concha beach.
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- Unbeatable location in Old Town — The pension sits on Treinta Y Uno De Agosto street, right in the historic heart of San Sebastian. Guests repeatedly mention being steps from Parte Vieja, bars, restaurants, and the beach, making it easy to explore on foot.
- Spotless, comfortable rooms — Multiple reviews highlight the immaculate cleanliness, comfortable beds, and modern amenities like electronic key cards, flat-screen TVs, and heating. Some rooms also have balconies with views.
- Friendly and helpful staff — Guests consistently praise the warm, welcoming team, mentioning staff by name (Beatriz) and noting how they go above and beyond to ensure a comfortable stay.
- Good value for a city-center stay — With a price from £122 and a Value rating of 8.1, guests feel they get clean, comfortable accommodation at a fair price for such a central location.
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Worth weighing
4 to weigh- Small rooms — Some guests note that rooms are on the compact side, typical for a pension in an old town building. If you need lots of space, this may feel tight.
- Potential noise from the lively area — The pension is surrounded by bars and restaurants, and while some guests found the rooms quiet, others may find street noise during busy times. The building has a lift and key card access for security.
- Limited amenities — As a one-star pension, there's no on-site restaurant or bar (breakfast is served in-room), and no pets are allowed. Guests seeking full hotel facilities may be disappointed.
- Parking is not on-site — Public parking is available nearby, but it's not part of the property. This could be a minor inconvenience if you're driving, and spaces may be limited.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Double Room Superior
- 1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
- Shower
- Heating
Single Room
- 1 Single bed
- Shower
- Heating
Superior Double Room City View
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Balcony
Deluxe Double Room
- 3 Single beds
- Shower
- Heating
- Balcony
Double Room View
- 1 Double bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Balcony
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
General
- Wi-Fi
- No smoking on site
- Key card access
- Key access
- Lift
- 24-hour security
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Electric vehicle charging station
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- Safe deposit box
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Fax/Photocopying
Accessibility
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- Toilet for disabled
Room Amenities
- Heating
- Patio
- Free toiletries
- In-room breakfast
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
- Cots
- Parquet floor
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 8.2/10 from 932 reviews
Booking.com · 8.2 · 932 reviews
8.2Verified guest“The staff were incredibly friendly, and the location in the historic area was perfect. The double room was spotless, and I had a fridge, a safe, and an electronic key card. The bed was very clean, and the pension was close to restaurants, bars, and the Old Town. An absolutely great stay.”
8.2Verified guest“Breakfast was excellent with delicious food. The room was tidy and nicely decorated, and the bed was super comfortable.”
8.2Verified guest“Perfectly central with plenty of great food options—we really enjoyed our stay.”
8.2Verified guest“The room was immaculate and bright with a view, right in the heart of the city.”
8.2Verified guest“Public parking was nearby. The rooms were neat and modern with heating, an electronic key card, and a TV with many channels. Close to bars and the Old Town.”
8.2Verified guest“Rooms were clean and immaculate with a balcony, comfortable beds, and cozy decor.”
04 — Location
Getting around San Sebastian
The property sits in San Sebastian.
Old Town (Parte Vieja): The pension is right in the heart of the old town, where you'll find a maze of narrow streets packed with pintxos bars, tapas spots, and local shops. It's a 5-minute walk to many of the area's key sights.
Beaches: San Sebastian's famous La Concha beach is a short walk from the pension, making it easy to enjoy the sand and surf in between exploring the city.
City Center & Bridge: The Maria Cristina Bridge is about 0.8 km away, crossing the Urumea River to the modern city center, with its shops, theaters, and the Kursaal concert hall.
Treinta Y Uno De Agosto , 22 - 1 Izda., San Sebastian, Basque Country, 20003, Spain
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 09:00-23:59
- Check-out
- By 09:00-11:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Property
- 7 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What are the check-in and check-out times at Pension Koxka?
Check-in is from 09:00 until 23:59, and check-out is from 09:00 to 11:00.
Is breakfast available at the pension?
Yes, in-room breakfast is offered, though it's not a full restaurant service.
Is parking available at Pension Koxka?
There is public parking nearby, but not on-site. The pension is located in the old town, so parking may be limited.
Are pets allowed at Pension Koxka?
No, pets are not allowed at the property.
Do the rooms have air conditioning?
Some rooms have air conditioning, as mentioned in a guest review, but it's not listed as a standard amenity for all rooms. Heating is provided.
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The bottom line
For travelers who want to be in the middle of San Sebastian's Old Town without paying for a luxury hotel, Pension Koxka delivers on the essentials: clean, comfortable rooms with a few modern touches, a genuinely helpful team, and a location that puts the city's best within walking distance. It's not fancy, but for short stays focused on exploring, it's an easy pick.
8.2A straightforward choice for a central, no-frills stay in San Sebastian.
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