Balea Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel in San Sebastián

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Lobby
Exterior
Property entrance
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Family dining
Reviews
7.8

Good

Popular amenities

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Check out the area

Map
bajo, Hipica Bidea, 8, San Sebastián, 20014
  • Popular LocationReale Arena18 min walk
  • Popular LocationCathedral of the Good Shepherd5 min drive
  • Popular LocationDonostia-San Sebastian Aquarium9 min drive
  • AirportBilbao (BIO)64 min drive

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Room options

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

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Single Bunk Beds

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

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Single Bunk Beds

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

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Single Bunk Beds

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About the area

San Sebastián

Located in San Sebastián, Balea Hostel is near the beach. Donostia-San Sebastian Aquarium is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Concha Beach and Bay of Biscay. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Reale Arena or Stadium Gal.

What's nearby

  • Reale Arena - 18 min walk
  • Cathedral of the Good Shepherd - 5 min drive
  • Concha Promenade - 5 min drive
  • Plaza de La Constitucion - 6 min drive
  • Donostia-San Sebastian Aquarium - 9 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Tick Tack - 3 min drive
  • Bar Campus - 20 min walk
  • Aukera - 19 min walk
  • Haritza 22 - 2 min drive
  • Ogi berri - 5 min walk

About this property

Balea Hostel

Property highlights
Balea Hostel provides amenities, such as a library and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hostel include:
  • Smoke-free property, tour/ticket information and luggage storage
  • A TV in reception
Room features
All guest rooms at Balea Hostel have amenities, such as free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer on request
  • Shower
  • Towels

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 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
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

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 Balea Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Balea Hostel?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Balea Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Balea Hostel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Balea Hostel located?

Situated near the beach, this hostel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Cristina Enea Park, Reale Arena and Tabakalera Donostia. Maria Cristina Bridge and Academia de Baile Natalia y Fermin are also within 2 miles (3 km). San Sebastian Amara Station is 24 minutes by foot and Donostia-San Sebastián Station is 25 minutes.

Balea Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Emiliano

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Tomasz

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

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

6/10 Okay

Anne-Marije

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Iñaki

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

8/10 Good

Georgia

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sergio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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