The 10 best hotels in Irun

Irun has 39 accommodations on our platform, with an average price of 147 euros per night and the lowest at 90. The offer is divided between 20 apartments, 7 hotels, 7 guesthouses, 3 bed and breakfasts and 2 holiday homes. The average category is around 2.8 stars, so don't expect large hotels with full services; here the value is in practicality and proximity to France.

To choose an area, first think about your plan. The centre of Irun, around Calle Mayor and the train station, is the most convenient if you're going to get around by public transport or want to walk to bars and shops. Trains leave from the Renfe station to San Sebastián (about 20 minutes) and to Hendaye (less than 10), and the urban bus stop is nearby. If you come by car, look for accommodation on the outskirts or near the A-8 motorway, such as the Ventas neighbourhood or the Behobia area, where parking is easier and apartments tend to be larger for the same price. The Hondarribia beach area, about 5 minutes away by car, is another option if you prefer to end the day strolling by the sea, although you'll have to travel for everything else.

Prices drop from November to March, except at Christmas and Easter, when Irun fills up because it is the gateway to the French Basque Country. In summer, especially in August, weekends rise quite a bit because many people combine the visit with Biarritz or San Sebastián. If your date is flexible, a Tuesday or Wednesday during the week will cost you less than any Friday or Saturday. Before booking, check whether the accommodation includes parking (in the centre it is expensive or difficult), whether it has a kitchen (useful for saving on meals) and whether cancellation is free, because the weather in this area changes quickly and you may have to readjust plans. Examples of what you'll find: Casa Rural Otxoenea, a charming house somewhat away from the bustle; Pensión Bowling, simple and central; or the apartments Real Unión by Basquelidays and San Juan by Basquelidays, which usually have good value for money for short stays.