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Pensión Aia

Name: Pensión Aia
Address: Zabaleta Kalea 40- 1st floor, San Sebastián, ES

9.2/ 10Excellent

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📍Zabaleta Kalea 40- 1st floor · San Sebastián ↗

📞0000396323

Air conditioningFamily roomsLift / ElevatorLuggage storageSoundproof roomsFacilities for disabled guestsAll 30 facilities +

Review

Official

Located in San Sebastian (Gros), Pensión Aia is within a 10-minute drive of Concha Beach and Ondarreta Beach. This pension is 3 mi (4. 9 km) from Bay of Biscay and 3. 8 mi (6. 1 km) from Monte Igueldo. Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless Internet access and tour/ticket assistance. Featured amenities include multilingual staff, an elevator, and coffee/tea in a common area. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite. Stay in one of 5 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include separate sitting areas, housekeeping is provided daily, and cribs/infant beds (complimentary) can be requested.

Guest scores & sentiment

From 75 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-21

Guests praise the prime location near the beach, friendly staff, and cleanliness. Shared kitchens are appreciated. Main drawbacks include small rooms, street noise affecting some units, and shared bathroom arrangements.

Dimension scores · cross-source

Wi-Fi9.8

Service9.8

Location9.7

Rooms9.6

Cleanliness9.6

Facilities9.4

Value9.3

＋ PraisedExcellent location near sights · Friendly and helpful staff · Clean, comfortable and quiet · Shared kitchen and complimentary amenities

－ ComplaintsSeparate outdoor toilet · Thin mattress in some rooms · Missing wardrobe · Small rooms

KEYIdeal for budget travelers valuing location. Light sleepers should avoid street-facing rooms; confirm bathroom setup.

FAQ · grounded in hotel data & reviews

locationIs Pensión Aia conveniently located near key attractions?＋

It is excellently located, just 2.3 km from Ondarreta Beach and close to the Kursaal Congress Centre and La Concha Promenade.

diningDoes the hotel provide breakfast or dining facilities?＋

While no traditional breakfast is served, the well-equipped shared kitchen allows guests to cook, with some complimentary tea/coffee options available.

coupleWhich room type is recommended for couples?＋

The Double Room with Private Bathroom is recommended for its privacy and cleanliness, offering a highly rated experience despite compact size.

businessIs this hotel suitable for business travelers regarding internet and service?＋

Yes, with excellent WiFi (9.8) and service scores (9.8), plus amenities like invoicing and cashless payment for business needs.

familyAre children allowed, and what family-friendly facilities are available?＋

Children are welcome. Family rooms, elevators, and beach toys are available, though some rooms are small and may face street noise.

roomHow are the room size and soundproofing?＋

Some rooms are noted as small with poor ventilation. Street noise can affect some units, but soundproofing varies; non-street-facing rooms are quieter.

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Pensión Aia

Guest scores & sentiment

Room types · 6

Family Room

Double Room with Private Bathroom

Double Room with Shared Bathroom

Interior Double Room with Shared Bathroom

Triple Room with Shared Bathroom

Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

Facilities · 30

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