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Balea Hostel

2.0 star property

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (1 bed in a 10-Bed Dormitory Room) | Free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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bajo, Hipica Bidea, 8, San Sebastián, 20014
  • Place, Reale Arena
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Tabakalera Donostia
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Concha Promenade
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Sebastian (EAS)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (1 bed in a 10-Bed Dormitory Room) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (1 bed in a 10-Bed Dormitory Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (1 bed in a 10-Bed Dormitory Room)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (1 bed in a 10-Bed Dormitory Room)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

San Sebastián

Located in Loiola, Balea Hostel is a leisurely stroll from sights such as Cristina Enea Park and Guau Park. This 4-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, a library, and laundry facilities.
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What's nearby

  • Reale Arena - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Tabakalera Donostia - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Maria Cristina Bridge - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Cathedral of the Good Shepherd - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Concha Promenade - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Pasaia Station - 6 min drive
  • San Sebastian (EAS) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Divinum - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Bar Bigarren - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Bar Txirrita - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Bar Apitxin - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Bar Txalanta - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Balea Hostel

Guests of Balea Hostel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. If you drive, put free offsite parking to good use. Helpful staff can provide tour or ticket assistance, luggage storage, and access to locker space. Additional amenities include a library, laundry facilities, and a TV in a common area.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Towels available for a fee (or guests may bring their own)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-8:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free nearby parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Balea Hostel San Sebastian
Balea San Sebastian
Balea Hostel San Sebastián
Balea Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Balea Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation San Sebastián

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Balea Hostel?

Balea Hostel offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see near Balea Hostel?

This hostel is situated in Loiola within a short 18-minute walk of Reale Arena and also 14 minutes on foot from Cristina Enea Park. You'll also find Concha Promenade and Concha Beach within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Balea Hostel?

No, there isn't parking at the hostel but you'll find free parking.

Does Balea Hostel have a casino at the property?

No, Balea Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Balea Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Does Balea Hostel have a hot tub?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Balea Hostel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Balea Hostel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Balea Hostel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Balea Hostel.

Does Balea Hostel have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

What is the closest airport to Balea Hostel?

The closest major airport to Balea Hostel is San Sebastian (EAS), which is 12.1 mi away (20 minutes by car). Another top airport is Biarritz (BIQ-Pays Basque), which is located 29.1 mi away (39-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Balea Hostel?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Balea Hostel.

Balea Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Paolo

Liked: Staff & service
Nice place, nice staff a bit far from town but accessible with buses
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Iñaki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
😜
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
I stayed here for 2 days. Firstly, hotels.com forgot to send me late check-in instructions, which I emailed them about. The room was ok. The pillow was really uncomfortable. There is no lock on the room. Shower was ok. I wake up to construction noise in the morning. There is no proper kitchen and if someone is cooking you can smell it from your bed.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

JESUS

Disliked: Staff & service
The fact that they keep to themselves forgotten items, even after they agreed to mail them to the guest domicile and guest agrees to pay the shipping fee. I'm still waiting for my expensive sunglasses, even after I contacted the person in charge a couple of times .THAT'S NOT VERY PROFESSIONAL,, I have never experienced something like this. And I call that "THEFT".
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Todo fue muy buena experiencia
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Estadia final (descanso)

Habitacion amplia con camas muy comodas. Tiene lockers la hab Bastante espacio entre las literas Habia ventilador
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Antonio

Caro para lo que ofrece.

Llegué de noche, pude acceder porque habia gente por alli y me encontré un posit con mi nombre y que cama tenia. La habitacion con ventiladores y un aire portatil que tuvimos que apagar porque salia aire caliente. Litera con una cortina de apenas un metro que no tapaba la cama. Los baños bastante bien.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Un sitio escondido en la ciudad.

Ha ido genial.El lugar más tranquilo de toda la ciudad. A 20m del bus 26 que te deja en el centro, he podido hacer buenas combinaciones. También tiene algún supermercado "Alimentación" a 5 minutos. La limpieza excelente, baños y duchas muy cómodos y siempre disponibles. He estado tres dias y la convivencia ha sido encantadora.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

YURENA

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Horrible

Son flexibles en la entrada y te atienden muy amablemente. Contrariamente, no hay control a partir de las 20h. Los huéspedes gritan, cantan y ponen lavadoras. Los baños están bastante sucios. Las paredes de las literas tienen muchas manchas de roce. Respecto a la temperatura de la habitación era horrible y no tenía ventilación ninguna porque la ventana no se podía abrir totalmente. Para acabar, las sabanas tenían manchas y agujeros.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abdellah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Better than a big one

Lovely staff they do help with all sort of things Enjoyable stay a receptionist he is awesome and he plays nice his guitars so it was great hostel to sleep in
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Acogedor

Un sitio acogedor, tranquilo, limpio y con un servicio excelente. Ideal para descansar tras recorrer la ciudad. Y el trato del personal es muy agradable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

All good, recommended

All good at this hostel. Nice clean and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Es como estar en casa, todos son geniales!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Marcela

Liked: Staff & service
Difícil parqueo,poco aseo, no me gusto la ropa de cama
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

좋다

친절하고 깨끗하고 너무 좋습니다! 대신 중심지와 거리가 있어 버스를 타야합니다. 추천합니다~~
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

VALERE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Franz

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jacob

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sylvain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jen

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Emiliano

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Anne-Marije

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Tomasz

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023