Parador Hondarribia
The Parador in Hondarribia occupies a beautiful castle built by the king of Navarre, Sancho Abarca, in the 10th century. The building still retains the appearance and atmosphere of an original medieval fortress and provides a magnificent backdrop to the costal location. The thick-walled exterior of the fortress belies its beautifully renovated interior. 
Do not miss the immense, natural beauty of the stonework in the courtyard or the stunning sea views from the terrace and some of the bedrooms, along the French coast. Allow yourself to be drawn into the beautiful atmosphere of the castle as you explore its hidden nooks and crannies, wandering through its arches and admiring the wrought-iron work and coffering that adorn the walls and ceilings. Spears, cannons, and suits of armour bring an air of elegance to the comfortable surroundings.
We love this Parador. Nice staff, great rooms and good breakfast. We will be back
My family and I stayed 2 nights in November 2009. As a 40th birthday treat for my wife we reserved the Maria Christina suite and were recevied with a 1st class service. There was more than enough room for the 4 of us (we have 2 yound children). The room has a beautiful view overlooking the sea. We even had cots provided for our kids. Secure car parking. The weather was terrible, but that did not bother us in the slightest as we spent most of our time in the parador. The bar and restaurant are well situated and the service is impeccable. Needless to say I specifically chose this parador because I adore its architecture - I speak for both the exterior and interior. The town of Hondarribia is very charming, if it’s good food and drink you want you will not be dissapointed.
A very pleasant, unforgettable stay.
Lovely views, charming common rooms and terraces, great breakfast, comfortable bedrooms, perfect location — what more could you want? I only wish we could have stayed longer!
I stayed here with my partner for one night in September 2009. We loved it and wished we had stayed longer - maybe 4 days would be the right time to do justice to the town and environs. We found the staff personable, the room (looking out toward the old wall of the building) nice, and the breakfast great. The walk to town is about ten minutes and very pleasant. One downside - there was a huge party in the patio right below our room which lasted until late at night. Verry noisy, plus we couldn’t use the terrace or go to the bar…
If you are coming in September, try to make your visit coincide with the hisotrical and religious festivals that happen in the about the second week of the month - we missed them and were sorry about that.
La experiencia en este parador fue buena solamente, no entiendo por qué no hay restaurante abierto para la cena y no se avisa a los huéspedes de esta circunstancia.
Es el primer Parador que visito en el que no he podido disfrutar de una buena cocina.
El edificio es magnífico.
We stayed one night in August 2009 and had an excellent experience. Friendly and helpful staff. Fabulous view across estuary from bedroom window. Room was large and well adapted to clients’ needs. Castle beautifully and sympathetically restored for hotel use. Public rooms all tastefully and appropriately appointed. Breakfast was superb which suggests availability of evening meal would be welcome addition. Location in heart of old town is ideal, with cafes and sight-seeing on the doorstep. Better directions on web-site to Parador car-park would be appreciated. Thoroughly recommend.
Stayed overnight at the Parador at the end of our holiday. Stunning building, beautifully renovated. Lovely room and breakfast. Not a very warm welcome unfortunately, no smiles, great shame. But we will remember it.
What a fabulous Old World hotel with modern and charming touches including a spectacular view from the terrace overlooking the harbor, a breakfast buffet to rival any 5 star hotel and a decor worthy of a great museum. Didi I forget to mention the pleasant and very helpful staff and a very comfortable large room. A great souvenir of this wonderful medieval town and a truly relaxing and comfortable hostelry. The Spanish Government and Tourist Authority have a flagship in Hondarribia!
We stayed at the parador at the beginning of July. Although the building and setting were magnificent, the service, welcome and general standard of service was poor - there was no help with luggage etc. It was all rather impersonal and the room we had didn’t live up to the standard of the rest of the building and looked out over the carpark. We loved the town and had a great meal at Sebastians.
Myself and my boyfriend stayed here at the begining of July 2009, and I have to say we found it to be one of the most beautiful places anyone could ever stay in. The ancient building is breath taking, staff friendly and accomodating.
We had a view across the sea over over to France.
There is a small cafe opposite that sells delicious snack type food.The location really is fab, set in a peacful, sleepy old world style place perched ontop of a hill, with amazing views. Would stay here again in a heart beat.
Every thing were satisfied very much, except hotel localtion guide. How to reach the parador by car is not indicted details, one way road ,parking place and reception access. It sholud be make more precise map and open in the web site.
Hotel services were also very good and view from the room was fantastic.
We had a great time at this Parador. Fantastic location–water view, central to walking to the main part of town, and gorgeous castle with 4 great seating areas–1 near the bar, another one inside with tapestries and antiques, the exterior covered courtyard, and then the outdoor patio with water and France views. Rooms were nice too, service was good.
It was about eight years ago that we visited this parador for the first time and we were expecting the same hospitality. That became a disappointment. No help with the luggage, nor a friendly welcome. Our arrival was a pure administrative affair. The rooms are nice. We remembered the beautiful patio.
My wife and I stayed at the Parador Hondarribia for 4 days in late May 2009.
Lovely building of character in the medieval quarter of the town.
Facilities are excellent and the staff are very good.
The town is beautiful to stroll around.
Suited to couples mainly, I would say. The area makes for a great cultural holiday.
Ger Hussey
Dublin, Ireland