Hotel Venta Etxalar, nestled near the charming Grotte de Sare, offers a tranquil retreat. Explore Basque cuisine at one of two on-site restaurants or unwind in the garden with a coffee from the coffee shop/cafe.
Ctra. Pamplona - Irún Km. 60, Etxalar, Navarra, 31760
What's nearby
San Juan Xar - 8 min drive - 7.7 km
EderBidea - 14 min drive - 15.5 km
FICOBA Exhibition Centre - 20 min drive - 21.3 km
Ayuntamiento de Irun - 20 min drive - 21.3 km
St-Jean-de-Luz Beach - 25 min drive - 27.2 km
Getting around
San Sebastian (EAS) - 28 min drive
Biarritz (BIQ-Pays Basque) - 41 min drive
Lezo-Errenteria Station - 23 min drive
Pasaia Station - 23 min drive
Hendaye Station - 23 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Restaurante Euskalduna - 5 min drive
Churrut Hotel Navarre (Spain) - 5 min drive
BP - 5 min drive
Okindegia - 5 min drive
Bar Lixoia - 6 min drive
About this property
Hotel Venta Etxalar
Enjoy your visit to Etxalar with a stay at Hotel Venta Etxalar. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Etxalar, one of 2 restaurants, which serves Basque cuisine. Other features include a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace.
At a glance
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Hotel size
37 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open Monday to Friday (8:00 AM – 8:00 PM), Saturday to Saturday (8:00 AM – 10:00 PM), and Sunday to Sunday (8:00 AM – 8:00 PM)
Guests will receive an email within 5 days before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Onsite parking available only on request
Onsite self parking (EUR 13 per day)
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Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Offsite
Area shuttle*
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
Etxalar - This restaurant specializes in Basque cuisine.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 12 per person
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 40 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)
Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between December 20 and March 20.
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for EUR 35.0 per night
Parking
Self parking costs EUR 13 per day
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Is Hotel Venta Etxalar currently open?
The property is closed between December 20 and March 20.
Does Hotel Venta Etxalar offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Venta Etxalar does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Venta Etxalar?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Venta Etxalar?
Yes. Self parking costs EUR 13 per day.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Venta Etxalar?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 40 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Venta Etxalar?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge.
What is there to do at Hotel Venta Etxalar and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like fishing and hiking. Hotel Venta Etxalar also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Venta Etxalar?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring Basque cuisine.
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Reviews
Hotel Venta Etxalar Reviews
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Cleanliness
8.2
Location
9.0
Staff & service
9.0
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 23, 2025
Very good food in Cafeteria
Joseph
Joseph, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 21, 2025
Beautiful location. Very helpful staff.
Francisco
Francisco, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 21, 2024
Beautiful hotel lovely staff, extra comfortable bed lovely surroundings
Jayne
Jayne, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 13, 2023
Great views from the room and all around the Hotel.Mountain views with a river flowing beside it.Friendly Staff.The Hotel is solid stone building with heavy timbers inside and out which adds to the sense of being in a special place.
Donal
Donal, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 1, 2023
Amazing hidden gem
Clean and newer, just beware of height of the room. If you are taller than 5 feet make sure you dont get room 301 or 302. Restaurant crew fenomenal as is the food. Will definitely stay here again.
Todd
Todd, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 12, 2025
Nice hotel and a location
Great hotel in a nice location. By car it is easy to reach both from San Sebastian or Biarritz area. Nice surroundings away from the bigger highways.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Aug 13, 2024
Very poor
Where to start?
Checkin slow and unfriendly.
The safe didn’t work.
Room was poor, no fridge, no tv, twin beds pushed together, not double bed, very tired.
Restaurant food inconsistent, some nice food but some very bad, the duck we had was inedible and didn’t even resemble duck.
I could not recommend this hotel at all, we were so disappointed.
Marvin
Marvin, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 12, 2026
Séjour agréable et restaurant super
sandrine
sandrine, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
May 10, 2026
El hotel está fuera del pueblo y se oyen algo los coches de las habitaciones. Las habitaciones son amplias y están limpias. El desayuno es bufet y está adecuadamente surtido.
ENRIQUE
ENRIQUE, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 31, 2025
Tiszta szobák, segítőkész személyzet. A vendéglőben több étel hiányzott az étlapról.
László
László, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 26, 2025
El servicio, el hospedaje, la habitación familiar íbamos con nuestros 2 hijos de 14 y 13 años, y realmente nos sorprendió lo bueno que fue todo, un servicio excepcional, todo de gran calidad.
Elisangela
Elisangela, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 15, 2025
Quiétude et qualité de la chambre ainsi que le personnel
JOSE
JOSE, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 25, 2025
Excelente experiencia en este hotel, el servicio, la comida y la ubicación fueron muy buenos. Podemos recomendar este hotel con total tranquilidad
Miguel
Miguel, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 21, 2025
Geweldig schoon en mooi hotel tussen de bergen. Je ruikt de natuur heerlijk
M.
M., 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor
Aug 14, 2025
Está muy lejos, parece un hotel de paso terrible
Sofia
Sofia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 7, 2025
Hotel tranquilo, camas cómodas y restaurante en el propio hotel y pueblos de alrededor
Jorge
Jorge, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 1, 2025
Bonita experiencia
MARGARITA
MARGARITA, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 28, 2025
Buena estancia,nos venia de paso de Pamplona a San Sebastian,eramos cuatro y esperabamos tener una cama d matrimonio y dos camas y las dos camas eran un sofa. Todo reformado pero la ducha tan moderna que complicado el acierto con la temperatura del agua.La cena en el restaurante fenomenal y el servicio sin mas.
Carol
Carol, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 21, 2025
Para volver!
La habitación estaba recién reformado así que perfecto. Olorcito a muebles nuevos y todo impecable. Teniamos vistas al bosque y un riachuelo abajo que no molestaba. Limpieza del baño no era perfecto ya que suelo, lavabo y ducha no estaban del todo limpios y la ducha estaba mal montada, todo suelto. También destacar el fuerte olor a churrasco por todo el hotel ya que el restaurante esta abajo, que por cierto muy bueno. Hablando de comida, todo muy rico y precios adecuados. El personal de la cafetería tiene que mejorar su trato al público, muy secos, ni una sonrisa, parece que te están haciendo un favor. Hacen su trabajo, y entiendo que es un trabajo duro, pero como persona que ha trabajado en hostelería muchos años, ellos han hecho que eligiéramos cenar o desayunar en otros bares. El personal de recepción y limpieza muy amables y si me hicieron sentir bienvenido. Pero en general, volvería.
Luca Esteban
Luca Esteban, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 4, 2024
Totalmente recomendable.
Javier
Javier, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 26, 2024
todo muy bien
angel
angel, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 17, 2024
Todo
FELIX JOSE
FELIX JOSE, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
May 19, 2024
Todo muy bn las habitaciones y el restaurante el personal genial
Jairo
Jairo, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 11, 2024
Très bon sejour.
Endroit très agréable
Personnes très gentille