Lacunza International House San Sebastián
School
Spanish school in Donosti Lacunza IH San Sebastian with more than 60 years (third family generation) specialized in language teaching
Information
The Spanish language school in San Sebastián Lacunza was founded in San Sebastián in 1956; it was the first school to teach a foreign language in San Sebastián. It quickly grew to become a reference school in the entire province of Guipuzcoa and the Basque Country.
Spanish school Lacunza IH San Sebastián Spanish Courses was founded in 1989 specifically to teach Spanish to international students.
Lacunza International House San Sebastián is accredited by the Cervantes Institute, Eaquals and is part of Fedele, IALC, International House World Organization and collaborates with the Eramus+, Bildingsurlaub and CSN programs.
The Spanish school in San Sebastian has 12 classrooms equipped with the latest technology and is located in the center of Donosti, just a 3-minute walk from the Buen Pastor Cathedral and a 10-minute walk from La Concha beach.
Why Lacunza International House San Sebastián is the best Spanish School to study Spanish in San Sebastián
- 60 years of history and 30 years of teaching Spanish.
- A passionate team of native professionals well-trained and experienced teachers.
- A wide variety of courses – in groups or privately, face-to-face and online.
- An incredible coastal city with beautiful urban beaches surrounded by mountains.
- International House methodology focused on communication from day one.
- Mild temperatures year-round, no scorching heat in the summer, and no cold during the winter.
- The city is very safe, and all the exciting neighbourhoods are within walking distance.
The most popular activities, excursions, and trips that the Spanish language school in San Sebastián Lacunza IH San Sebastián organises in the afternoons, evenings, and the weekends
- Basque Cider House Tour.
- Bike Tour.
- Carnival in Tolosa (February).
- Excursion to Bilbao.
- Excursion to Zarautz.
- Hike to Pasajes.
- International Language Exchange.
- Island Santa Clara.
- Mount Ulia Hike.
- Pintxo tour around Old Town.
- Ski Weekend (Pyrenees).
- Tamborrada Rehearsal.
- Visit San Telmo Museum.
- Walking tour around the city.
- Wine tasting.
- Zumaia and The Flysch.
Location
| School | Lacunza International House San Sebastián |
|---|---|
| Address | Moraza Kalea 5 |
| Code | 20006 |
| City/Location | Donostia |
| Province/State | Guipuzcoa |
| Country |  Spain |
| Latitude | 43.314649 |
| Longitude | -1.980610 |
| Phone (emergencies) | +34 627 747 818 |
| Street view |  |
Facilities
Library
Student Lounge
Vending Machine
Air Conditioning
Free Wifi
Wheelchair Access
Interactive White Board
Terrace
Summary
| Total students capacity | 176 |
|---|---|
| Number of classrooms | 12 |
| Age minimum | 17 |
| Authorised exam centre for | CCSEDELE |
| Accreditations | BILDUNGSURLAUBCSN SweenEaqualsErasmus+FEDELE - Spanish in SpainIALCInternational House World OrganizationInstituto Cervantes |
| Last day for 2025 bookings with 2024 prices | 31/Oct |
Year 2024
| Holidays (school) | 21/Dic → 06 → 01 |
|---|---|
| Holidays (country) | 01/Jan, 06/Jan, 29/Mar, 01/May, 15/8, 12/Oct, 01/Nov, 06/Dic, 08/Dic, 09/Dic, 25/Dic |
| High season period courses | 01/Jul → 30/Aug |
| High season period residences | 01/Jun → 13/Sep |
| High season period homestays | 01/Jun → 13/Sep |
Statistics on ages
Low Season
| Students total average | 50 |
|---|---|
| Students per classroom maximum | 12 |
| Students per classroom average | 8 |
High Season
| Students total average | 165 |
|---|---|
| Students per classroom maximum | 12 |
| Students per classroom average | 10 |
Statistics on nationalities
Low Season
| Total nationalities | 10 |
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High Season
| Total nationalities | 25 |
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Prices
Year 2024
| EUR | ||
| Enrolment fee | 60€ | ≈ 0 |
| Placement fee | 50€ | ≈ 0 |
Accommodation
Homestay accommodation in San Sebastian
Host families in San Sebastián, live the experience of full immersion living with a Spanish host family in Donostia, San Sebastián, Spain
Shared apartment in San Sebastian
Apartments in Donosti. Student Shared apartments in Donostia is the best option for students seeking independent living with international students
Olarain Residence San Sebastian
Residence in Student in Donosti. The residence is at 16 minutes walk from Ondarreta beach and less than 4 km from the school in Donostia, Spain
Courses
| # | Language | Course | Weeks | Lessons Week | Age Minimum | Profiles | Levels | Related Exams | Price Week from (EUR) | Price Week from () |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ES | General Spanish Course 20 lessonsExcellent general Spanish course Standard 20 lessons per week in San Sebastian, Spain {653} | 1-50 | 20 | 17 | Adults 17+General Spanish | A1A2B1B2C1C2 | 140€ | ≈ 0 | |
| 2 | ES | General Spanish Course 30 lessons The most popular general Spanish Intensive Course 30 lessons per week and recognized as Bildungsurlaub in San Sebastian Spain {654} | 1-50 | 30 | 17 | Adults 17+BildungsurlaubGeneral Spanish | A1A2B1B2C1C2 | 290€ | ≈ 0 | |
| 3 | ES | General Spanish Course + Surfing 20+5LExcellent General Spanish course with Surf. General Standard 20 hours per week with 5 Surf lessons per week in San Sebastián, Spain {1966} | 1-50 | 25 | 17 | Adults 17+General SpanishLanguage + Surf | A1A2B1B2C1C2 | 240€ | ≈ 0 | |
| 4 | ES | General Spanish Course + Spanish Cooking 20+3LCombined general Spanish 20 lessons course with Spanish Cooking Classes 3 hours a week in San Sebastián, Spain {1967} | 1-50 | 23 | 17 | Adults 17+General SpanishLanguage + Cooking | A1A2B1B2C1C2 | 270€ | ≈ 0 | |
| 5 | ES | General Spanish Course + One to One 20+5LCombined general Spanish course in a group 20 lessons plus 5 Private One to One Spanish classes per week in San Sebastian, Spain {656} | 1-50 | 25 | 17 | Adults 17+Language + One to One | A1A2B1B2C1C2 | 295€ | ≈ 0 | |
| 6 | ES | General Spanish Course + One to One 20+10LCombined general Spanish course in a group 20 lessons plus 10 Private One to One Spanish classes & recognized as Bildungsurlaub in San Sebastian Spain {655} | 1-50 | 30 | 17 | Adults 17+BildungsurlaubLanguage + One to One | A1A2B1B2C1C2 | 425€ | ≈ 0 | |
| 7 | ES | General Spanish Course + Business 20+5LCombined general Spanish course 20 lessons in a group with One to One Business Spanish course 5 lessons in San Sebastian, Spain {659} | 1-50 | 25 | 17 | Adults 17+Language + Business | B2C1C2 | 295€ | ≈ 0 | |
| 8 | ES | General Spanish Course + Business 20+10LCombined general Spanish course 20 lessons in a group with One to One Business Spanish course 10 lessons in San Sebastian, Spain {660} | 1-50 | 30 | 17 | Adults 17+Language + Business | B2C1C2 | 425€ | ≈ 0 | |
| 9 | ES | General Spanish Course + DELE 20+5LCombined general Spanish 20 lessons course in a group plus One to One DELE preparation 5 lessons per week course in San Sebastian, Spain {658} | 1-50 | 25 | 17 | Adults 17+Spanish + DELE | A2B1B2C1 | 295€ | ≈ 0 | |
| 10 | ES | General Spanish Course + DELE 20+10LCombined general Spanish 20 lessons course in a group plus One to One DELE preparation 10 lessons per week course in San Sebastian, Spain {1444} | 1-50 | 30 | 17 | Adults 17+Spanish + DELE | A2B1B2C1 | 425€ | ≈ 0 | |
| 11 | ES | Methodology Course for Spanish Teachers 30 lessonsThis course is for non-native-speaking Spanish teachers who want to improve or update their Spanish linguistic & cultural knowledge in San Sebastián {661} | 2 | 30 | 18 | Adults 18+Erasmus+Teacher Training | B1B2C1C2 | 400€ | ≈ 0 | |
| 12 | ES | Spanish Teachers Training Course 30 lessonsTraining course for Spanish teachers. Methodology, linguistic analysis, practical language skills of teaching in San Sebastian, Spain {662} | 4 | 30 | 18 | Adults 18+Teacher Training | C1C2 | 360€ | ≈ 0 | |
| 13 | ES | One to One Spanish Classes 20 lessonsPrivate Spanish classes 20 lessons a week in San Sebastian, Spain {657} | 1-50 | 20 | General SpanishOne to One | A1A2B1B2C1C2 | 800€ | ≈ 0 | ||
| 14 | ES | Spanish Summer course for TeenagersThe best Spanish summer camp in San Sebastián for students between 14 and 17 years old {1701} | 1-12 | 20 | 14 | General SpanishTeenagers 12+ | A1A2B1B2C1C2 | 810€ | ≈ 0 |