The Parador Hotel in Hondarribia - Parador de Hondarribia
Located in the town of Hondarribia in a historical building which dates back to the 10th century, the Parador de Hondarribia is the perfect choice for those who want to follow the footsteps of history. The town itself offers many attractions including the 15th century city walls, the Calle Mayor, La Marina Quarter and the former bastion of Santa Mari´a. 8 km away is Pasaia Donibane, 15 km away the French Basque country, 19 km away Bajo Bidasoa and 20 km away San Sebastian.
A trip around the area could start in the hotel itself which was founded by the Navarrese king Sancho Abarca and overlooks the sea and the French coast. The castle is reminiscent of a medieval fortress with its thick walls, nooks, coffered ceilings and the interior which boasts of armour, cannons and lances.
There are only 36 guestrooms available at the Parador de Hondarriba which makes it easier for the hotel to offer personalised service and a private atmosphere. All rooms are tastefully decorated and some of them guests will be able to enjoy magnificent views from their balconies.
The hotel bar has a large terrace where you can have drinks or light snacks throughout the day. Breakfast is served buffet style. The hotel does not have its own restaurant but there is a large variety of restaurants located nearby for casual or gourmet dining.
Amazing patios, spacious and well decorated common areas, lush and beautiful gardens, shopping facilities, a private car park and meeting facilities for any type of event up to 100 guests are also at your disposal.
This Parador is built on a 10th Century Castle on the Bidasoa Estuary, founded by the Navarrese king Sancho Abarca. The castle maintains the structure of a medieval fortress in a monumental, coastal setting. Its defensive appearance, with thick walls, conceals an interior recovered with mastery.
Internet Access:
No internet access.
Parking:
Free outside parking available.
Best For:
Nature, Heritage, Golf.
Rooms:
4 single rooms, 29 twins and 3 double rooms. Facilities include complete bathroom, mini bar, satellite TV, safe deposit box, direct dial telephone, air-conditioning and central heating.
Disabled Access:
Disabled guests have access throughout all communal areas of the hotel.
Hondarribia Activities & Attractions
Places of Interest:
Hondarribia: Nuestra Señora de la Asunción y Manzano parish church, Gothic 15-16th c. surrounding city walls. Puerta de Santa María, former bastion. Calle Mayor and Plaza de Guipúzcoa, stately houses. La Marina quarter, Guadalupe hermitage and fountain. San Telmo castle. Bajo Bidasoa, 19 km: Irún, Hendaya, Jaizquíbel Mountain, Los Faisanes Island, Abaddie Castle. Frenc Basque country, 15 km, Saint Jean de Luz, Biarritz, Bayonne. Pasaia Donibane, 8 km. San Sebastián, 20 km.
Festivals:
Alarde, 8th September. Semana Grande from 14th August, San Sebastián. Film Festival in September, San Sebastián.
Dominating the town from its highest point, the Parador rises up in the beautiful Plaza de Armas next to the Nuestra Señora del Manzano church, in the old quarter of one of the most stately towns of the Basque Country. Hondarribia (formerly Fuenterrabía) is 18 km from San Sebastián/Donostia either along the main N-1 or the A-8 motorway towards the French border.
Transport Links:
Nearest airport: 1 km. Train station, 3 km. Port: 13 km.
