Zarautz

About 15 minutes from San Sebestian. Nice little town, friendly locals and a nice surf atmosphere. Surfing championships held here annually. Gear renting season is summer to October or so, then you got to go to San Sebestian only. A lot more expensive than San Sebestian as well, but a nice Spanish town vibe, warm water, nice beach and clean breaks although irregular. I haven't personally seen it over 6' here, but read it can get in the double digits.

Surfed by hall of fame (2):

Soul-Surfer