San Sebastian city rating by our language course clients
6 language schools in San Sebastian from €216 for a 1 week Spanish course
Spanish course types in San Sebastian
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General Spanish courses
Conventional adult Spanish courses come in a range of styles such as general courses, intensive courses, combination courses and long term courses.- Learn a Language & Live with Teacher (68) - Offered by Influent
- Spanish & Culture - San Sebastian (30)
- Standard Spanish Courses for Adults - San Sebastian (15)
- Senior Adult Learners 50+ Years Courses - San Sebastian (8)
- Small Group (Max 6 Students) - San Sebastian (7)
- Combi: Group + Private Courses - San Sebastian (5)
- Evening (1) - Only offered by Lacunza Escuela Internacional
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Private Spanish courses
Private Spanish package courses can be taken either individually or with a friend who holds the same Spanish level. Packages can be taken alone or with a general Spanish course. -
Junior Spanish courses
Spanish lessons for children and teenagers can be booked in school holidays and often come as a package, which includes accommodation, activities and excursions. -
Spanish plus activity courses
In some cases, general Spanish courses can be combined with an after class interest. Possible activities include hobbies, cultural events or creative programmes.- Spanish & Surf - San Sebastian (7)
- Spanish & Cooking - San Sebastian (4)
- Spanish & Music (1) - Only offered by El Aula Azul
- Spanish & Yoga (1) - Only offered by Tandem
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Spanish exam preparation courses
Exam preparation courses cover a number of different Spanish exams, which are designed for completion of a specific Spanish level or for particular admission purposes.- DELE Preparation Courses - San Sebastian (6)
- SIELE Preparation Courses - San Sebastian (3)
- Other Exams (2) - Offered by Influent
- TELC (1) - Only offered by Influent
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Business Spanish courses
Learn how to shape your use of the Spanish language in the business world for a competitive edge in tasks such as negotiations, conference calls and presentations.- Business One-to-One (8) - Offered by Influent
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Specialty courses Spanish
Teacher training programmes and school trips are just some of the Spanish options students can take in the Specialty category. -
Work & Study Spanish programmes
Offered as a combination of Spanish classes followed by the programme, the Work and Study option provides students with work placements or volunteering opportunities in certain fields.- Internship (1) - Only offered by Tandem
San Sebastian ratings & reviews
What our students said about San Sebastian
The city is simply gorgeous! Nestled in a mountain landscape, with three beaches right in the centre. The sea offers many activities such as surfing, kayaking, stand-up paddling or swimming. The nightlife was also great, there are lots of young people and there's actually something going on every night, especially on Friday and Saturday, of course. The prices for beer and wine seemed very reasonable to me (about 1€ for a glass of beer, 1.50€ for a glass of wine), but you had to pay more for food. Overall, the locals made a very open and warm-hearted impression on me, and it was fun to talk to them once a week at the "intercambio de las lenguas".
My favourite city in Spain! It is easily walkable to the main areas, 3 beaches all walkable from each other, in summer was nice temperatures, not too hot most days but still warm enough to want to swim at the beaches (both surf and calm bay beach) (though it rained for about a week out of the 4 weeks I was there), lots of bars, beautiful city and cool old town too. Some great day trips too to France (Biarritz, San Jean de Luz, Bayonne) and along the basque country coastline. mountains nearby. Loved it!
We had heavy rain every day. We could see the potential of the city, which is beautiful in parts but walking outside we got soaked all the time ..even with umbrellas. Very unpleasant weather and although we were very unlucky I would never again visit this part of northern Spain in November.
The area wasn't crowded at all, giving it a relaxed, resort-like atmosphere. If your daily enjoyment comes from the sea, good food, and exploring local bars, you will likely be very satisfied here. I can guarantee its safety; I never felt scared or uneasy at any point.
It’s a beautiful city, that is larger than I remembered from my college days. Next time I will choose accommodations in the city center or over by the river for the best access to activities.
It’s quite a rainy city but a good size. I found a jazz club and three bars with open mike sessions to play in and a guitar school which were all within walking distance.
It is a very beautiful, very diverse city that has a lot to offer for all interests and age groups. It is also an ideal starting point for excursions by public transport.
Beautiful landscapes! Unfortunately, there was little on offer for vegans and I was stared at a lot because of my somewhat funky hairstyle (very conservative?).
The 1 star I give is because I have had no experience with it. It is a nice uncluttered city. I like it because it is not too big yet full of attractions.
Great town with lots of leisure activities: Ideal for surfing, hiking, cycling; Perfect location for day trips also to France; Clean and safe city
What language school directors said about San Sebastian
Urban beaches, spectacular hills surroundings, cultural tradition (Basque culture) and long tradition gastronomy. Safe city and all in a walking distance.
Most recent student reviews of language schools in San Sebastian
Very welcoming atmosphere. Kind teachers, perfect location, great activities and excursions. Nice that there were also people of my age group.
I am glad I chose this school, very nice experience - thanks!!
4 May 2026
Course: Intensive Course - 4 weeks
Student age: 64 years
The coordinators, teachers, and receptionists—everyone truly cared about me, and I had such enjoyable days. The lessons, in particular, were always explained carefully so that even I, as a beginner, could understand. The hour-and-a-half classes never felt like a struggle.
My best advice is to ask questions about anything and everything! Don't hesitate to ask the reception staff, as they are always open and willing to help with any questions you have.
17 November 2025
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 60 years
Everyone is super friendly. There was an afternoon activity every day from Monday to Friday.
8 October 2025
Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
Student age: 62 years
Well-organized, committed and friendly team.
6 October 2025
Course: Intensive Course 22 - 2 weeks
Student age: 60 years
- Teachers are great, as is the teaching concept.
- On Mondays there is a welcome coffee and something to eat.
- The excursions on offer are varied and entertaining
29 September 2025
Course: Intensive Course - 4 weeks
Student age: 52 years
Information about San Sebastian
Key facts about San Sebastian
Weather in San Sebastian
What to do in San Sebastian
Arrival airports
Public transportation to city center:
Every 60 minutes, 75 minutes.
Main stops: Airport Loiu Bilbao, San Sebastián
Taxi: 20 minutes drive to city center of San Sebastian
Public transportation to city center:
Every 30 minutes, 25 minutes.
Main stops: San Sebastián Airport EAS - Irún, Gros - San Sebastián
Every 5 minutes, 70 minutes.
Main stops: Biarritz Aéroport, Saint-Jean-de-Luz, Hendaye, San Sebastián
Taxi: 60 minutes drive to city center of San Sebastian
Public transportation to city center:
Taxi: 75 minutes drive to city center of San Sebastian
Q&A - Questions about Spanish courses and schools in San Sebastian
Is there a metro in San Sebastián?
My son and a friend would like to obtain a DELE A2 certificate. They have no knowledge of the Spanish language yet. What does the learning path look like for them?
A DELE exam preparation course is usually around 4 weeks. So they could do the following to get DELE A2:
- 2 months Intensive Course 20 (on its own or combined with private lessons for faster progress, conversation, surfing, etc.)
- 1 month Intensive Course 20 + DELE private lessons exam preparation.”
FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions about Spanish courses in San Sebastian
What happens if there are not enough students for a specific level of group?
Is San Sebastian a great place to surf and learn Spanish?
- You can find renowned surf spots (such as Zurriola Beach, La Concha Bay, Ondarreta Beach...)
- You also have very good language schools offering surfing activities
- There is a strong surfing community, lots of surf shops, many organised competitions and events that make it a hub for surfers in Europe.
San Sebastian offers therefore a nice mix of active learning, cultural immersion, and fun, making it our top choice for surfing and learning Spanish in Spain.”
Can the DELE course (Intensive 20 + DELE private lessons) be combined with surfing?
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