Albergue Juvenil Ondarreta

Albergue Juvenil Ondarreta is the municipal youth hostel at Igeldo pasealekua 25 in the Ondarreta area of San Sebastián (Donostia), Gipuzkoa, Spain. It stands beside Ondarreta beach at the western end of the bay, and is described as the cheapest beachfront bed in the city. The coordinates place it about 2.2 km in a straight line from the Parte Vieja, on the quieter side of the bay near the Monte Igueldo funicular and the Peine del Viento sculptures by Eduardo Chillida.

The hostel offers dormitory beds and private rooms, with budget rates of roughly €25 to €70 per night. This is a very low price for a location beside a beach in a city where hotels are expensive in summer. Youth hostels in Spain generally cater to young travellers, school groups and independent visitors, and shared rooms are the norm, though private rooms are listed. Specific facilities such as a kitchen, breakfast, lockers or age limits are not confirmed in available sources, so guests should check the Donostia municipal tourism site, which lists the hostel, or call the contact number +34 943 310 268 before booking.

Ondarreta beach has a calmer, more family-oriented atmosphere than the main La Concha stretch, with a promenade, cafes and gardens at the foot of Monte Igueldo. The funicular up the hill gives panoramic views over the bay, and the walk along the promenade toward the Parte Vieja takes roughly 35 to 45 minutes, passing La Concha and the Miramar Palace. Buses link the district with the centre, and a taxi is short.

The service character is that of a simple, affordable hostel for students, backpackers and groups who value beach access over proximity to the pintxo bars. Demand is high in July and August and during the September film festival, and groups often reserve large blocks of beds, so individual travellers should book well ahead.