Name: Hotel & Talasoterapia Zelai
Address: Playa Itzurun, s/n, Zumaia, Spain
Rating: 8

Lesley

spainhotels · 19 Jan 2026 · GB

4.0/5

“Good solid hotel in a fabulous spot. Pity the restaurant and swimming pool have closed.”

The best

Zumaia, a port with a history, a fascinating old town (pueblo) and two superb beaches, was a real find and this hotel was perfectly situated in a spectacular position above the surfing beach and a very short walk from the centre, with bars and restaurants and swimming off the sea wall. The room at the back of the hotel, while visually nothing special, was comfortable, with silent air conditioning and a good bathroom. The front desk was staffed and helpful. If you want a fabulous view you can just step out on to the hotel's private terrace.

To be improved

Not that we didn't like it but it was clear this hotel had seen better days. Nowadays it has neither the restaurant that travellers used to comment on so favourably, nor the swimming pool, which has been replaced by a spa and sauna. Not sure why anyone would go to Spain for a sauna.

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Jolanta

spainhotels · 28 Jul 2025 · ES

4.0/5

“Great Location and Views”

The best

This was a very strange hotel experience. When we arrived in mid-July, what you'd expect to be peak season the place felt oddly quiet, almost like it was closed. The restaurant wasn’t operating, bar was also closed and breakfast couldn’t be booked through Booking.com. However, you could still show up and pay €15 per person, which felt a bit off. That said, the front desk staff were really kind and helpful. There’s on-site parking, which is a plus, though the entrance is quite narrow but manageable with normal size cars. The absolute highlights were the location and the beautiful view from our room. It’s a shame the overall vibe didn’t match the potential of the setting.

To be improved

My only real complaint is the price. For what was offered, it felt a little too expensive.

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James

spainhotels · 22 Jul 2025 · US

5.0/5

“Superb beach”

The best

Beautiful view of the wonderful beach. Easy to get to restaurants downtown. Superb, fun, safe beach.

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Carrasco

spainhotels · 21 Jul 2025 · US

4.5/5

“I would stay again because of the location and easy access to everything.”

The best

Beautiful location next to the beach and walking distance to several bar and restaurant.

To be improved

Hotel is nice, needs some upgrades in the room but the area made up for minor issues.

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Patti

spainhotels · 29 Jun 2025 · US

3.5/5

“We were expecting a more enjoyable experience based on the photos but this is a solid hotel option in the city - quiet a”

The best

Clean room. Pretty setting.

To be improved

Restaurant was not available, so photos are a bit misleading. Room was small and very basic.

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Clare

spainhotels · 23 Jun 2025 · FR

4.5/5

“Amazing location, free parking, friendly staff. · Cons: It would benefit from some information in the room such as WiFi code, spa prices and availability, tourist information.”

The best

Amazing location, free parking, friendly staff.

To be improved

It would benefit from some information in the room such as WiFi code, spa prices and availability, tourist information.

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