LOA GETARIA is in the heart of a quaint fishing town, situated inside Palacio Indalekua, a historic building from the XVIIIst century. The kitchen and the TV room face the town’s main street and from the windows you can gaze upon San Salvador—the church built to commemorate Juan Sebastian Elkano’s circumnavigation of the globe—and soak up the town’s atmosphere. The bedrooms face Calle Elkano, a quieter street which will ensure guests have a good night’s rest. Getaria is a tranquil fishing town that boasts spectacular views, great hiking, and world famous Basque gastronomy. Local restaurants include the prestigious Elkano (featured in an Anthony Bourdaine episode), Kaia, and Iribar, to name a few. You can also savor famous "pintxos"—the heart of Basque cooking—at many of the charming local bars. For those interested in fashion, the Balenciaga Museum is in the heart of town. For those looking to explore, Zarautz, a famous surfing town and the hometown of the cook Arguiñano, is located 3km (1.8 mi) away and Donostia-San Sebastian, the capital city of Gipuzkoa, is 18km (11 mi) away. There is a bus service that connects both towns with Getaria.