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Pension Joakina

Calle Camino, 4 - 4. Dcha, 20004 San Sebastian - Donostia Spain
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Pensión Joakina is in the heart of San Sebastian has free WiFi. It is just 300 m from La Concha Beach. The rooms in Pensión Joakina have wooden floors, heating, air conditioning, and flat-screen TV. They are decorated with bright colours and modern furniture. All rooms have private bathrooms. The property is entirely non-smoking. Guests benefit from free coffee and tea, beach towels, and umbrellas during their stay. Pensión Joakina can be found in the centre of the city, close to shops, entertainment and the beaches. Payment parking available.
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Property amenities
Paid public parking nearby
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool / beach towels
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Taxi service
Business Centre with Internet Access
Baggage storage
Non-smoking hotel
Secured parking
Wifi
Complimentary tea
Outdoor furniture
Shared kitchen
Sun umbrellas
First aid kit
Umbrella
Express check-in / check-out
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Soundproof rooms
Air conditioning
Desk
Housekeeping
Private balcony
Coffee / tea maker
Flatscreen TV
Bath / shower
Wardrobe / wardrobe
Clothes rack
Iron
Private bathrooms
Microwave
Electric kettle
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
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Landmark view
Non-smoking rooms
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3.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Centrally Located
Languages Spoken
English, Spanish

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Calle Camino, 4 - 4. Dcha, 20004 San Sebastian - Donostia Spain
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Pension Joakina
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John O wrote a review May 2023
County Dublin, Ireland6 contributions3 helpful votes
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.
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Date of stay: April 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 2 May 2023
Thanks a lot for your lovely review and words about your experience at Pension Joakina! Was really nice to talk to you and help with informations, also seeing you enjoyed your stay with our different services! Regards
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Kittybiscuit70 wrote a review Oct 2022
Melbourne, Australia180 contributions104 helpful votes
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.
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Date of stay: October 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 30 Oct 2022
Thanks a lot for your lovely review and words about your experience at Pension Joakina! We listen our guests and try to attend all suggestions, this is the only way to be successfull. If you would have advised me you were vegan would have given you a couple tips to go, but will keep for next visit ;) San Sebastian is a conscious city with vegans, gluten free and other options. Regards
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jjdmello wrote a review Jun 2022
Dubai, United Arab Emirates46 contributions42 helpful votes
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.
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Date of stay: June 2022
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Room Tip: This is a room in a large apartment but completely sel-contained.
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Response from Luix Olaizola Urbieta, Dueño at Pension Joakina
Responded 26 Jun 2022
Thanks a lot for your lovely review and words about your experience about Pension Joakina! Really detailed review which will help a lot other guests! Was lovely to talk to you and hope to see you again! Regards
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Shiri_Sh_10 wrote a review Jun 2022
Tel Aviv, Israel546 contributions157 helpful votes
A full apartment 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.
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Date of stay: June 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 13 Jun 2022
Thanks a lot shiri for your lovely review and words about your experience at Pension Joakina! Really nice to attend you and try to make your stay as much comfortable as possible. Good to see you enjoyed our little details to make a perfect stay! Regards
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paulspl wrote a review May 2022
Boise, Idaho93 contributions39 helpful votes
Stayed here a few nights in May 2022. Good 1) We had the apartment. 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.
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Date of stay: May 2022
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Responded 13 May 2022
Thanks a lot for your lovely and detailled review about your experience at Pension Joakina! The Pension has all rooms WITH PRIVATE BATHROOM, one of them external and the other two private. Nice to see you appreciated my advises and suggestions. Regards. Luis Olaizola
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rbarso645708 wrote a review Dec 2019
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This was a great place to stay for a night or two. They have very attentive staff. It is an excellent location right in the center close to the beach and to the old town. great price and service. The host Met us at the front door with a prepaid parking ticket. Everything was very clean.
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Date of stay: December 2019Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from LuixDonosti, Propietario at Pension Joakina
Responded 11 Dec 2019
Thanks a lot for your lovely review and words about your experience at Pension Joakina! When I know the arrival of my guests on time, specially when they come by car, as is not very easy to park in the area, I help them waiting downstairs and going to the parking site, which is very close to the Pension but difficult to access driving. Guests stay from 1 day to more than a week and enjoy all our different services, come next time and will see how easy is to stay at Pension Joakina. Regards
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Brendan M wrote a review Dec 2019
Ireland’s Ancient East, Ireland11 contributions28 helpful votes
I stayed here for one night. The room was very clean, comfortable and well equipped for my stay. The owner was very friendly and helpful. The location is excellent, in the centre of the city, close to the port, historical area, restaurants and transportation.
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Date of stay: June 2019
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Responded 11 Dec 2019
Thanks a lot for your review and specially the nice words about your short experience at Pension Joakina. Regards
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reidy0153 wrote a review Oct 2019
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Great place to stay in Donostia, we booked the en-suite room, lovely little bathroom, great views from the balcony overlooking the bustling streets below...all in all a super pension... Gracias Luis!!
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Date of stay: October 2019Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 22 Oct 2019
Thanks a lot for your lovely review about your experience at Pension Joakina! Is nice to see you enjoyed the room and views! Regards
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Kantankerous wrote a review Oct 2019
Sydney133 contributions9 helpful votes
Stop searching and just book this place. We stayed in Luis' guesthouse for 2 nights and instantly did not regret our choice from the minute we met him. He's as hospitable as they come, waiting for our arrival at 11pm as we got caught up with the police in Barcelona when our bags were stolen. Not only that, he even helped communicate with the police when they found some of our belongings to coordinate a courier to be sent to our next destination in Granada. Aside from this, the pension was magnificently clean, quiet and thoughtful in its design and space. The location is a handy 5 mins walk from old town San Sebastian where you can enjoy all the pintxos bars and stumble your way back to the pension. If I could give it 10 stars, I would! We will be back Luis!
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Date of stay: October 2019
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Responded 19 Oct 2019
Thanks a lot for your lovely review and words about your experience at pension Joakina! When you plan. trip for a so long time and things become so complicated so far from home, a help with the language and others become not only an option, is obligatory for me as I could not never sleep happy thinking about your complicated situation. Is only a moment for me and a necessary help for you. Thanks also about the good words about the Pension, our service is not only a good sleep in a good bed, has to be an experience and something to enjoy and remember in the future. Hope to see you again soon! Regards
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Ramlyng wrote a review Jul 2019
5 contributions1 helpful vote
Good value for money! Very nice quiet area, close to parking spot uf wanted. Luis is very friendly and helpsome. Can highly recommend the pension, which is nice and clean. San Sebastian and surroundings are fantastic.
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Date of stay: July 2019Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from LuixDonosti, Propietario at Pension Joakina
Responded 26 Jul 2019
Thanks a lot for your lovely review! To be recommended is really nice and makes our work beeing appreciated. Regards
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pension Joakina
Which popular attractions are close to Pension Joakina?
Nearby attractions include Discover San Sebastian (0.2 km), Parte Vieja (0.4 km), and Calle 31 de Agosto (0.5 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Pension Joakina?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a business centre, and baggage storage.
Which room amenities are available at Pension Joakina?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and a desk.
What food & drink options are available at Pension Joakina?
Guests can enjoy complimentary tea and free instant coffee during their stay.
Is parking available at Pension Joakina?
Yes, paid public parking nearby and secured parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Pension Joakina?
Conveniently located restaurants include Mendaur Berria, Bar Sport, and Karrika Taberna.
Is Pension Joakina located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.6 km away from the centre of San Sebastian - Donostia.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Pension Joakina?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Spanish.
Are there any historical sites close to Pension Joakina?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Castillo de la Mota (0.7 km) and Caserio Katxola (2.3 km).