Hondarribia Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Plaza Gipuzkoa which includes heritage architecture, flowers and a garden
Plaza Gipuzkoa showing flowers, a garden and heritage elements
Hondarribia
Plaza Gipuzkoa showing a park and flowers
Plaza Gipuzkoa featuring interior views and heritage elements

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 colourful 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 showing flowers, a garden and heritage elements

Hondarribia Historic Center

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 featuring general coastal views

La Marina

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

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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 Jaizkibel

Hotel Jaizkibel

4 out of 5
Baserritar Etorbidea, 1, Hondarribia, Gipuzkoa
The price is AU$197 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
AU$197
11 Nov - 12 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star golf hotel in Hondarribia. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Calle San Pedro and Plaza Gipuzkoa ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (160 reviews)
"The hotel is located in a lovely residential area with bus stops nearby making it easy to travel back and forth to San Sebastián or take the ferry over to Hendaye France."

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

Hotel Jaizkibel
Leonardo Hotel San Sebastián

Leonardo Hotel San Sebastián

3 out of 5
BeraBera Pasealekua 85A, San Sebastián, Gipuzkoa
The price is AU$87 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$87
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in San Sebastián. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (576 reviews)
"Room bit small"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Leonardo Hotel San Sebastián
NH Collection San Sebastián Aránzazu

NH Collection San Sebastián Aránzazu

4 out of 5
Vitoria-Gasteiz 1, San Sebastián, Gipuzkoa
The price is AU$147 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$147
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in San Sebastián. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"A nice beach walk from the old town, reasonably quiet and a good place to stay, I liked this hotel, modern good location, good staff what more do you need."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

NH Collection San Sebastián Aránzazu
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.
BASQUE BREATH-Unique Villa, Fantastic View, Fabulous Pool

BASQUE BREATH-Unique Villa, Fantastic View, Fabulous Pool

hondarribia
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Hondarribia. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Ermita de Guadalupe and Port ...
9/10 Wonderful! (11 reviews)
"Check-in was smooth and flawless. A good time was had by all. The fenced in yard was great for the kids to run around with addition to the pool and tennis court. The kitchen was fully equipped with enough glasses, plates etc to feed a full house. The view was to die for and the location, unbeatable. ..."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

BASQUE BREATH-Unique Villa, Fantastic View, Fabulous Pool
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 WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (792 reviews)
"Great location & facilities & helpful people"

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Résidence Vacances Bleues Le Grand Large
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 WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Cote des Basques and Thalmar are ...
7.4/10 Good! (192 reviews)
"All good nice apartments and indoor swimming as well as outdoors"

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

Nemea Appart Hotel Les Hauts de Milady Biarritz
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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Charming village so lucky to be there during the Carnavale and street parade.

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