Youth Hostel Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port
Located in the heart of the Basque Country, Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port youth hostel welcomes you to one of the most emblematic stages of the Pilgrim’s Way to Santiago de Compostela.
March 24 – end of October
Youth hostel available 24 hours a day
Check-in: from 3 pm
Check-out: until 11 am
In the heart of the French Basque country, at the foot of the Pyrenees and just a few kilometers from the Spanish border, Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port youth hostel welcomes you to one of France’s most beautiful villages. A listed, well-preserved medieval town, Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port is a mythical stopover on the Pilgrim’s Way to Santiago de Compostela, marking the start of the famous Route Napoléon to the summits and Spain. The establishment is ideally located for exploring the town, strolling along the ramparts, crossing the Nive river or simply starting your Camino stage in the best possible conditions. Designed as a place of rest and exchange, the accommodation offers a welcoming setting for pilgrims, hikers, walkers, cyclists and travelers passing through.

services of the youth hostel Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port
Hosting
22 beds
11 rooms
Rooms with 2, 4 and 6 beds
Catering
Breakfast
Dinner
Snack bar (available 24 hours a day)
Available services
WiFi / Snack bar / Laundry / Luggage storage / Terrace / Bike rental
Nearby
Restaurants/Bars: 10 m
Tourist office: 100 m
Convenience store/Market: 600 m
services of the youth hostel for groups
Catering
Breakfast
Dinner
Picnic
Available room(s)
No meeting room available
Driver-Accompanist
Single/double rooms for attendants and drivers
- Stroll along the ramparts of this medieval town, listed as one of France’s most beautiful villages.
- Discover the Porte Saint-Jacques, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Walk the Camino de Compostela, an emblematic stage and starting point of the mythical Route Napoleon to Spain.
- Share a moment of conviviality on the terrace of the Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port youth hostel.
the activities of the youth hostel Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port
In the heart of the Basque Country, Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port is a must for travelers in search of authenticity, culture and nature. Nestled in a green setting, the town is famous for its historic center surrounded by medieval ramparts, its cobbled streets and its warm atmosphere. Visitors will discover local craft stores, lively markets and convivial terraces, perfect for soaking up the Basque way of life. A true cultural crossroads, it marks the emblematic starting point of the Pilgrim’s Way to Santiago de Compostela, attracting pilgrims and hikers from all over the world.
And around…
Hiking enthusiasts can take to the famous GR65 and GR10 trails to explore the green hills and mountainous landscapes of Iraty. The more adventurous can try their hand at rafting on the Nive, while the nearby villages offer an authentic glimpse of Basque life, with traditional farms, local festivals and local gastronomy. Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port is the ideal base for combining cultural discoveries and outdoor activities in a warm, unspoilt setting.
- Hiking
- Rafting
- Canoe
- Horseback riding
- Museum Bishops’ Prison: 100 m
- Porte Notre-Dame: 100 m
- Porte de Saint-Jacques: 200 m
- Mendiguren Citadel: 800 m
- Poterie Navarraise
- Aqualudic Center
- Basque pelota trinquet
- Tennis court
- Skate park
- Stadium
- Mini-golf
Have a look at all HI France youth hostels in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region
Map & access
Access by road
1h from Bayonne or Biarritz
10 minutes from the Spanish border > Pekotxeta
Station
Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port (600 m)
Airport
Biarritz-Pays Basque (53 km)


