Hostel

Gite Makila

35 Rue de la Citadelle, 64220 Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, France – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.8/10! (score from 1119 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

9.3
Wonderful
1,119 reviews

perfect location right next to the Pilgrim’s office. Very clean. The four bed pod downstairs was so wonderfully quiet. nice community area. Decent breakfast.

Lisa United States of America

Great location along the trail and amazing first night to start the Camino.

Jesse United States of America

Everything was excellent! We stayed in a private room with the bathroom in the hallway. Our terrace view was wonderful! Pancho, our host, gave us a friendly welcome after our Chemin de Compostelle.

Kensol United States of America

Great location, very comfortable, everything amazing

Monica United States of America

It was very clean and comfortable!!! And you were very helpful! Thank you for such a nice place to stay.

Lisa United States of America

Very fast response time for messages, kind staff that are willing to help you solve any problems.

Ana Germany

it’s beautiful and comfortable. Very clean! great breakfast with home baked bread. Can do laundry for fee. Right next to the pilgrim office.

Kimberly Germany

Great location, spectacular views from our room. Pantxo / Pancho was as systematic and organized and fed us well during breakfast. Restful and energizing start to our Camino.

Jesse Philippines

I booked this for a group of Pilgrims and they loved the lodgings. The also said the owner was very kind.

Deborah United States of America

Clean, relaxing with communal spaces in Gite and in the garden outside. Very friendly and accommodating services. Great breakfast. Merci!

David Canada
9.3
Wonderful
1,119 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “perfect location right next to the Pilgrim’s office. Very clean. The four bed pod downstairs was so wonderfully quiet. nice community area. Decent breakfast.”
    Lisa Lisa United States of America United States of America
  • “Great location along the trail and amazing first night to start the Camino.”
    Jesse Jesse United States of America United States of America
  • “Everything was excellent! We stayed in a private room with the bathroom in the hallway. Our terrace view was wonderful! Pancho, our host, gave us a friendly welcome after our Chemin de Compostelle.”
    Kensol Kensol United States of America United States of America
  • “Great location, very comfortable, everything amazing”
    Monica Monica United States of America United States of America
  • “It was very clean and comfortable!!! And you were very helpful! Thank you for such a nice place to stay.”
    Lisa Lisa United States of America United States of America
  • “Very fast response time for messages, kind staff that are willing to help you solve any problems.”
    Ana Ana Germany Germany
  • “it’s beautiful and comfortable. Very clean! great breakfast with home baked bread. Can do laundry for fee. Right next to the pilgrim office.”
    Kimberly Kimberly Germany Germany
  • “Great location, spectacular views from our room. Pantxo / Pancho was as systematic and organized and fed us well during breakfast. Restful and energizing start to our Camino.”
    Jesse Jesse Philippines Philippines
  • “I booked this for a group of Pilgrims and they loved the lodgings. The also said the owner was very kind.”
    Deborah Deborah United States of America United States of America
  • “Clean, relaxing with communal spaces in Gite and in the garden outside. Very friendly and accommodating services. Great breakfast. Merci!”
    David David Canada Canada

Categories:

  • Staff9.6
  • Facilities 9.4
  • Cleanliness9.6
  • Comfort 9.5
  • Value for money9.2
  • Location 9.8
High score for Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

Offering a sun terrace, Makila is a pilgrim house located in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port.

Certain rooms include views of the mountain and some are equipped with a private bathroom. Makila features free WiFi throughout the property.

There is a shared lounge at the property.

Biarritz is 27 mi from Makila, while Saint-Jean-de-Luz is 27 mi away. Biarritz - Anglet - Bayonne Airport is 25 mi from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

Gite Makila has been welcoming Booking.com guests since May 20, 2017

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Most popular amenities
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms

Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish

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Availability

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Room Type
Sleeps
 
1 bunk bed
1 full bed
1 bunk bed
1 twin bed
1 full bed
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Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
9.3
High score for Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

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See what guests loved the most:

  • Lisa
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “perfect location right next to the Pilgrim’s office. Very clean. The four bed pod downstairs was so wonderfully quiet. nice community area. Decent breakfast.”
  • Jesse
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Great location along the trail and amazing first night to start the Camino.”
  • Kensol
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Everything was excellent! We stayed in a private room with the bathroom in the hallway. Our terrace view was wonderful! Pancho, our host, gave us a friendly welcome after our Chemin de Compostelle.”
  • Monica
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Great location, very comfortable, everything amazing”
  • Lisa
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “It was very clean and comfortable!!! And you were very helpful! Thank you for such a nice place to stay.”
  • Ana
    GermanyGermany
    “Very fast response time for messages, kind staff that are willing to help you solve any problems.”
  • Kimberly
    GermanyGermany
    “it’s beautiful and comfortable. Very clean! great breakfast with home baked bread. Can do laundry for fee. Right next to the pilgrim office.”
  • Jesse
    PhilippinesPhilippines
    “Great location, spectacular views from our room. Pantxo / Pancho was as systematic and organized and fed us well during breakfast. Restful and energizing start to our Camino.”
  • Deborah
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “I booked this for a group of Pilgrims and they loved the lodgings. The also said the owner was very kind.”
  • David
    CanadaCanada
    “Clean, relaxing with communal spaces in Gite and in the garden outside. Very friendly and accommodating services. Great breakfast. Merci!”
Property questions and answers
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  • E we oils it be possible to che k in around midnight…we land at 21,30 in Lourdes the evening of the 16th of august …. Thank you
    No. It is absolutely not possible. No check-in possible after 10.30 pm. There is no hostel in St Jean that will accept you at midnight. Our advice : ..
    Answered on 20 June 2021
  • I am planning a 2 night stay I must leave for the day by 830am , is it possible to leave my knapsack at the hostel from 830am until I check back in
    Yes, of course, you can leave your belongings inside the hostel safely for the day
    Answered on 21 July 2021
  • Hi, is there a manager or host present at the place there to receive our bike rental delivery?
    Yes, as long as you inform us ahead, we can receive and store your bike
    Answered on 21 July 2021
  • Hi are your reservations open for May 2023 or are you booked up already. Thank you Keri
    Hi. We are not yet taking reservations for 2023. We will open reservations for 2023 some time in december. Thank you for your undersatnding.
    Answered on 23 August 2022
  • Can I have a bicycle delivered to your location, I am biking the Camino.
    Yes, you can have a bicycle delivered to the hostel ahead of your arrival.
    Answered on 21 March 2022
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Amenities of Gite Makila
Most popular amenities
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet
  • Shower
View
  • City view
  • Landmark view
  • Garden view
Outdoors
  • Sun deck
  • Patio
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Dryer
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
Living Area
  • Dining area
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out
  • Laundry
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • CCTV in common areas
General
  • Adults only
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • French

House rules

Gite Makila takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

3:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Check-out

Until 8:30 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

The fine print

Please note the house closes from 08:30 to 15:00. Guests staying more than one night must leave at 08:30 and can come back at 15:00.

Please inform Gite Makila of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

FAQs about Gite Makila

  • Gite Makila offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Gite Makila is 650 feet from the center of Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port.

    • Check-in at Gite Makila is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 8:30 AM.

    • Guests staying at Gite Makila can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.8).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Full English/Irish

    • The prices at Gite Makila may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.