Hondarribia Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Plaza Gipuzkoa showing heritage architecture, a park and flowers
Near San Sebastián, discover a picturesque town with a charming fisherman’s quarter, a sandy beach, historical sites and excellent restaurants and bars.

The Basque town of Hondarribia (known as Fuenterrabía in Spanish) is a beautiful small municipality in Basque Country in northern Spain. Find an interesting Old Quarter with great ancient walls, wander through the famous fisherman’s district and enjoy a fun day on the beach.

This lovely Spanish town houses many attractive historical and natural sites. It’s located on the banks of the Bidasoa River, facing the popular seaside town of Hendaye, France.

Throughout history Hondarribia played an important role as a border town between different kingdoms. It belonged to the King of Navarra until the beginning of the 13th century, when it was conquered by Alfonso VIII de Castilla, King of Castile. Discover the remains of Hondarribia’s rich past, including an old castle, the city walls and one of the best-preserved fortresses in Basque Country.

While you are in Hondarribia, visit Portu Auzoa, the popular port, and the Barrio de la Marina or Barrio de la Portua, the interesting fisherman’s quarter. Find the popular street Calle San Pedro and take photos of the many colorful houses with picturesque balconies. Discover the small building with one central arch, home of the Cofradía de Pescadores de San Pedro (Saint Peter’s Fishermen Brotherhood), a group founded in 1361 to protect the rights of the many fishermen in town.

Enjoy the fascinating natural sites of Hondarribia, such as the wetland Marismas de Jaizubia. It’s a rich ecosystem with more than 250 different bird species. See the great mountain Monte Jaizkibel, where you’ll find rock caves and great walking trails surrounded by spectacular geological scenery. Spend a great day sunbathing and participating in watersports at the town’s inviting sandy beach.

The town of Hondarribia is located near San Sebastián, the capital of the province, also home to San Sebastián Airport. Reach the area easily by plane, train or bus. There are also roads in very good condition that connect the town with the rest of Europe.

Where to stay in Hondarribia

Plaza Gipuzkoa which includes flowers, a park and heritage elements

Hondarribia Historic Center

5/5(3 area reviews)

Hondarribia Historic Center is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Plaza Gipuzkoa and Arma Plaza.

Hondarribia Historic Center
Hondarribia showing general coastal views

La Marina

5/5(3 area reviews)

La Marina is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Bay of Biscay and Calle San Pedro.

La Marina
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Anaka

While Anaka isn't home to many top sights, Plaza Gipuzkoa and FICOBA Exhibition Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.

Anaka
Hotel Río Bidasoa
Hotel Río Bidasoa
4 out of 5
Nafarroa-Behera Kalea, 1, Hondarribia, Gipuzkoa
The price is Rp1.020.411 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
Rp1.020.411
Rp1.122.452 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Hondarribia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (346 reviews)
"We really enjoyed staying here"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2024

Hotel Río Bidasoa
Catalonia Donosti
Catalonia Donosti
4 out of 5
Alto San Bartolome Kalea 9, San Sebastián
The price is Rp1.401.599 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
Rp1.401.599
Rp1.541.759 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in San Sebastián. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (442 reviews)
Great hotel
"A great stay, even with the paid parking and paid use of the spa facilities we loved this hotel and would gladly come again."

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2024

Catalonia Donosti
Hotel de Londres y de Inglaterra
Hotel de Londres y de Inglaterra
4 out of 5
Zubieta Kalea, 2, San Sebastián, Gipuzkoa
The price is Rp1.635.085 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
Rp1.635.085
Rp1.798.679 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in San Sebastián. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the bathrooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"Best views in town. Right in front of the beach. You can walk the promenade and enjoy the espectacular views and it is very close the the old town, down town, bus and train stations."

Reviewed on 30 Oct 2024

Hotel de Londres y de Inglaterra
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Résidence Mer & Golf
Résidence Mer & Golf
4 out of 5
47 Boulevard de la Mer, Anglet, Pyrenees-Atlantiques
Stay at this 4-star beach residence in Anglet. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
6.6/10 (2,113 reviews)
"Great location, pool, views and easy walk into Biarritz"

Reviewed on 29 Sep 2024

Résidence Mer & Golf
Nemea Appart Hotel Les Hauts de Milady Biarritz
Nemea Appart Hotel Les Hauts de Milady Biarritz
4 out of 5
24 Av. de la Milady, Biarritz, Pyrénées-Atlantiques
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Biarritz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Cote des Basques and Thalmar are ...
7.6/10 Good! (142 reviews)
"Good basic Appart’hotel. Rooms were spacious enough and the outdoor pool was nice for a dip. The indoor pool with sauna etc definitely gave the standard of the hotel a boost. Nice 1 mile walk along the coastline into the city centre, or the bus stop is close to the hotel. Areas for improvement/watch-outs….. ..."

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2024

Nemea Appart Hotel Les Hauts de Milady Biarritz
Résidence Vacances Bleues Le Grand Large
Résidence Vacances Bleues Le Grand Large
3 out of 5
1 Rue Dalbarade, Biarritz, Pyrenees-Atlantiques
Stay at this 3-star residence in Biarritz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (690 reviews)
"For the price and convenience of location this is a brilliant stay in Biarritz. We travelled as a family of four for surfing. Cote des basque main surf beach is across the road and down the promenade, 5 minutes in the opposite direction you are in the town centre with supermarket, bakery, market, ..."

Reviewed on 31 Oct 2024

Résidence Vacances Bleues Le Grand Large
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Stephen/Debra

This little town has everything, a walled Town with a Castle (now a Parador) a pretty Fishermans quarter with Pintxos Bars and restaurants galore, beautiful beaches, an 8 minute boat crossing to France, it is a real Gem (the people are lovely too)

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