90%Pensión San Juan

Great little place to stay run by lovely old Spanish gentlemen. Good location, lots of little local bars near by. Not for those wishing to meet others but a great place to rest your head for the night.

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by joanna3566 – posted on Oct 29, 2008

6

We really enjoyed our stay in Pension San Juan. It was very clean and the owner are really nice. The Pension is surrounded by Bars, where you can have a really good time! If you want to see the city and go out and then come back to a clean, quiet and friendly room, this is your place!

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by AlexZei – posted on Oct 29, 2008

1

Ok to stay at, fantastic location in the middle of old town, but the beds were old and squeaky, the cleaners left the room unlocked after they cleaned it (although there are two other doors you need to get through to get into the pension so it's still quite secure). This was the second hostel I... more Ok to stay at, fantastic location in the middle of old town, but the beds were old and squeaky, the cleaners left the room unlocked after they cleaned it (although there are two other doors you need to get through to get into the pension so it's still quite secure). This was the second hostel I stayed at in san sebastian, I preferred my previous place.close

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by katie8885 – posted on Oct 16, 2008

6

Good hostel/pension. Very affordable, clean, good showers, comfy beds, balcony overlooking the street, great location. Owner doesn't speak much English but was helpful where he could be and very attentive to my friends 3 year old boy who was travelling with us. Recommended definately

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by carlz2980 – posted on Oct 12, 2008

1

amazing location with view to the ocean! a lot of tapas bars around! clean and cosy rooms. I recommend this pension)

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by jenny-wren – posted on Oct 6, 2008

1

We thoroughly enjoyed our time at Pension San Juan. The room and shared bathrooms were exceptionally clean and tidy and the staff were very prompt in keeping them clean. The location couldn't be better positioned in the old town and 5 mins walking to the surf beach. Lots of tapas bars surrounding... more We thoroughly enjoyed our time at Pension San Juan. The room and shared bathrooms were exceptionally clean and tidy and the staff were very prompt in keeping them clean. The location couldn't be better positioned in the old town and 5 mins walking to the surf beach. Lots of tapas bars surrounding so not short of a bite to eat. Highly recommended!close

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by amybamfo – posted on Sep 4, 2008

6

We had a wonderful time at Pension San Juan in San Sebastian. The owner is very nice and helpful, and the room was clean. Yes the street below is noisy, but it is quieter than most other streets in the old city. Pension San Juan is high up on the third floor with a nice small balcony. The owner... more We had a wonderful time at Pension San Juan in San Sebastian. The owner is very nice and helpful, and the room was clean. Yes the street below is noisy, but it is quieter than most other streets in the old city. Pension San Juan is high up on the third floor with a nice small balcony. The owner gave us a guide to the best tapas in town. I will definitely stay at pension San Juan every time I visit San Sebastian.close

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by jcandringa7994 – posted on Aug 31, 2008

1

a very good place, situated in the heart of the old city. the hosts are very kind and helpful even if they can't speak english. it's very clean. I really reccomend it!

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by michelazanoni356 – posted on Aug 8, 2008

3

very good location, extremely helpful staff, nice clan sheets that smelt like it has been washed by mum and dad at home. only thing is that maybe offer more privacy for guests coming in and out of room

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by fatima-ianno9716 – posted on Jul 17, 2008

1

Amazing location in the old town so great for tapas eating! Supermarket/ market opposite for cheap food and easy stroll everywhere you need to see. Plus room was super clean and had a cute little balcony, shared bathrooms were spotless and owner was very friendly.

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by gemmafinlay1998 – posted on Jul 6, 2008

7

Great place and good value - loved our stay and John was able to pick the weather for us too. Nice work Johnnie!

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by zoejanssen965 – posted on Jul 4, 2008

4

Had a great time, close to everything. Quite noisy at night, but then again it is a party town and was Euro 2008. We recommend it.

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by jodiebroughton9318 – posted on Jun 22, 2008

4

Excellent location and very clean, large and bright rooms. Staff clean rooms daily but leave your door unlocked and open when they finish.

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by bctwining6934 – posted on Jun 3, 2008

11

Very nice Pension, in an excellent location. Great host too.

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by liamharrex – posted on May 11, 2008

18

very clean!!! great location, very peacefull just what we were looking for!!!

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by kat-shiney4347 – posted on Apr 27, 2008

1

Juan was a very hopitable a nd friendly host.Very clean .Ardderchog

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by huwwynwil – posted on Apr 3, 2008

2

Lovely little guest house, in a great location, with clean bathrooms, and let me say again - a GREAT location! Our room had balcony, bed made every day, towels provided, maps available, and friendly staff (speak little English though) who do what they can to help. Can't fault it for the price.... more Lovely little guest house, in a great location, with clean bathrooms, and let me say again - a GREAT location! Our room had balcony, bed made every day, towels provided, maps available, and friendly staff (speak little English though) who do what they can to help. Can't fault it for the price. As for San Seb, the nightlife was amazing and this place is just round the corner from one of the best bar streets, also near a Lidl and the start of the hike up the hill with Jesus on top. Magnifico!close

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by timothywaters885 – posted on Mar 18, 2008

5

had a really brilliant time in san juan-great value for money, absolutely spotless, shared bathrooms very clean.however area itself a little rough at night but will definately go back!

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by Jackiegr5953 – posted on Feb 11, 2008

1

This place was great for us!! The tennants are really cruisy and its located right in the heart of old town. 5 mins from beach and about 20 pubs! Reccomended strongly!

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by benybo – posted on Jan 22, 2008

2

Great hostel and an awesome location right near the bay.

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by randy0051022 – posted on Jan 16, 2008

2

My boyfriend and I had a truly excellent stay at the Pension San Juan. They were willing to cancel the first day of our 3 day reservations with less than 12 hours notice after we were snowed in on our way to San Sebastian. We were always greeted with smiles and a quick chat when we returned to... more My boyfriend and I had a truly excellent stay at the Pension San Juan. They were willing to cancel the first day of our 3 day reservations with less than 12 hours notice after we were snowed in on our way to San Sebastian. We were always greeted with smiles and a quick chat when we returned to the hostel, and the location was excellent. The room was comfortable and very clean, and even had a balcony. We were given a key to the front door so we were able to come and go as we pleased. I highly recommend asking them for restaurant recommendations because the best meals we had in San Sebastian were at places they suggested. All in all it was a gem of a hostel!close

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by aartirpatil809 – posted on Apr 12, 2007

1

Pension San Juan was a wicked place to stay. The location was incredible and the hospitality put on by the family that run it was the best we have come accross in Europe. There is no communal area so head downstairs to one of 100 Tapas bars but the place is comforatble, clean and a great place to... more Pension San Juan was a wicked place to stay. The location was incredible and the hospitality put on by the family that run it was the best we have come accross in Europe. There is no communal area so head downstairs to one of 100 Tapas bars but the place is comforatble, clean and a great place to rest up. Its located right in the middle of the old town and it takes 2 minutes to get to the beach. Fantastic place. After staying in dorms and Hostels this was a dream.close

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by Scottmur9769 – posted on Jan 30, 2007

2

A very enjoyable stay, great location, right in the heart of the old town, staff are really friendly, great value for a clean, comfortable and fun stay. Would recommend to all

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by lmsmi9 – posted on Jan 5, 2007

15

the staff was wonderful. thank you for all your help!

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by sarah1288 – posted on Jan 2, 2007

1

Extremely clean hostel but staff are a little too attentive when it comes to watching what we were doing. Felt like we were on a school camp and could not make any mess at all. They would come into our room and make beds and move our things which is very unusual for a hostel. However, price was... more Extremely clean hostel but staff are a little too attentive when it comes to watching what we were doing. Felt like we were on a school camp and could not make any mess at all. They would come into our room and make beds and move our things which is very unusual for a hostel. However, price was great and the bathrooms were extremely clean. Very good value for money.close

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by meera6538 – posted on Dec 13, 2006

1

Great location near heaps of bars. Not a big city so nowhere is really far from the beach. The staff are GREAT, really nice and helpful. When I got sick in San Sebastian the lady took me to the doctor and the dude helped me make my drinks to get better. Cheers. :)

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by kucel – posted on Dec 1, 2006

5

Nicely located in the old town minutes from at the tastey tapas and bars

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by damiencan – posted on Nov 19, 2006

1

A lovely cheap place with a friendly owner who tries to make you feel at home; 3 bathrooms for everyone, never had to wait and always very clean; Room cleaned daily and double glazed windows so street noise is managable

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by bimmy – posted on Nov 3, 2006

17

Great place to stay. It is right in the middle of the old town, in amongst a heap of bars and resaurants. Also a 5 minute walk from both beaches. The guy who runs it, John, is really nice. He makes sure that you are constantly happy with everything. We have been travelling for 3 months and this...

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by Lily5356 – posted on Oct 31, 2006

16

we had the best room in the house! great view over the streets and friendly staff that will go out of their way to help you. would def stay again!

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by ErinDa3349 – posted on Oct 26, 2006

2

Excellent. Friendly staff. Super clean rooms. Very central location.

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by rcl2998 – posted on Oct 23, 2006

3

the staff were wonderful and even though we are not good at spanish their friendly mannor helped to break the langauge barrier

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by edelmq – posted on Oct 12, 2006

5

Very nice pension. Although the staff didn't speak much english, they were always very friendly and did the best they could to assist with directions etc. They were always cleaning and the rooms and bathroom were spotless. It felt like you were staying at a family friend´s house. Great... more Very nice pension. Although the staff didn't speak much english, they were always very friendly and did the best they could to assist with directions etc. They were always cleaning and the rooms and bathroom were spotless. It felt like you were staying at a family friend´s house. Great location and I would definitely stay there again.close

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by pcgah – posted on Oct 10, 2006

7

The Pension San Juan was the best place we had ever stayed. The owner made our stay very homely. We helped his english and he helped our spanish. The morning before we left him and his wife brought us a cake as he knew nothing was open that early in the morning for breakfast. The rooms were very... more The Pension San Juan was the best place we had ever stayed. The owner made our stay very homely. We helped his english and he helped our spanish. The morning before we left him and his wife brought us a cake as he knew nothing was open that early in the morning for breakfast. The rooms were very clean and the location was fantastic. Highly recommended!!! NZclose

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by Liznchr – posted on Sep 26, 2006

3

This was a fantastic pension! It was really clean, the staff were very friendly and it was just off the main boulevard right near both beaches of San Sebastian. We would not hesitate to stay here again!

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by jessie2602 – posted on Sep 22, 2006

3

Super friendly reception. Great location. Would definately stay again.

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by richard7694 – posted on Sep 17, 2006

1

It was a great place to stay. Owner is really nice, clean rooms, excellent security, right in the tapas district. One of my favorite spots in Spain is San Sebastian. Thanks again.

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by dypak – posted on Sep 4, 2006

2

We loved these accommodations. The hosts were always friendly and helpful, the room clean and cheery. (Thanks Kepa for help with the concert tickets.) The city is stunning!

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by kmajor – posted on Aug 28, 2006

2

The landlord of the hostel is very friendly and helpful. The location is ideal, in the old town, between the two beaches and all the facilities are exceptionally clean. We had a great time at this hostel and would recommend it to anyone.

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by benji9820 – posted on Jul 26, 2006

1

This is a great place to stay the rooms and neat, tidy and fresh, the location could not be any better and the guy that runs the place is really friendly and can actually speak a little English, unlike the majority of Spain.

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by Sallyand3186 – posted on Jul 23, 2006

7