Best Luxury Hotels in San Sebastián

The Basque country’s mountainous inland areas and sandy beaches make it a wonderful holiday spot. And it’s in this region that the town of San Sebastián is found. This resort is a wonderful choice for gourmands – the range of innovative high-end restaurants is superb – and those seeking some rays can swim and sun at its two main beaches, Playa de la Concha and Playa de Ondarreta. The Old Town is popular with visitors also, the artisan boutiques found in its quaint cobbled streets providing plenty of opportunity for a touch of retail therapy. These are our favourite hotels in the area.

Basque Country, San Sebastián

Hotel Maria Cristina, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Sebastian

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 139 Rooms Including 29 Suites With Belle poque Design & Modern Amenities.
Amenities Features Include An On-Site Restaurant, Bar, Fitness Centre, Cooking School, Gourmet Shop, Pet-Friendly Policy, & Limo Service.
More Located Along The Urumea River In San Sebastin, Within Walking Distance To The Old Town & Concha Beach.

Founded in 1912, this was named after the Spanish queen consort, who was the first to enter the hotel. Since then it has hosted many A-listers. The Maria Cristina lies close to the beach and right beside the River Urumea, a Grande Dame reminiscent of the Belle Epoque era. Original features are found beside more contemporary touches in its 139 bedrooms. And when it comes to meals, there’s a daily buffet breakfast, as well as two fine dining establishments: Café Saigon and Mimo San Sebastián. With a gym, a library, free bicycle hire, daily classes (including Michelin-style cooking) and a fine on-site deli to peruse, there’s plenty to amuse its high-end guests.

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Hotel Maria Cristina, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Sebastian

Basque Country, San Sebastián

Hotel Villa Favorita San Sebastian

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 23 Individually Designed Rooms & Suites Featuring Modern Amenities & Sea Or City Views.
Amenities On-Site Dining Includes A Two Michelin-Starred Restaurant, An Exclusive Bar Serving Curated Cocktails & Wines, Room Service & Breakfast Menus Crafted With Attention To Detail, & Access To A Nearby Wellness Center Offering Spa Treatments.
More Located In A Restored 19th-Century Villa On La Concha Beach In San Sebastin, Offering Stunning Sea Views & Proximity To City Attractions.

The Hotel Villa Favorita is the height of luxury and style. Located in the iconic La Concha Beach it seamlessly blends the life of San Sebastian with the tranquillity of a 19th-century Villa. The rooms are elegant, spacious and inviting, with many boasting fabulous views of La Concha Bay. Yet the Hotel’s piece de resistance is its two Michelin-starred restaurants Amelia curated by expert chef Paulo Airaudo. The food is exceptionally fresh and locally sourced with Paulo paying homage to his Italian and Argentinean roots in his cooking whilst also emphasising the use of local produce as well as forgotten ingredients in his cooking. The hotel also offers guests personal assistance when arranging excursions around the Basque country, its concierge service is nothing less than exceptional. The hotel is home to a spa and wellness centre which provides world class massages and wellness treatments for guests.

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Hotel Villa Favorita San Sebastian

Basque Country, San Sebastián

Hotel Tres Reyes San Sebastián

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 80 Accommodations Including Premium Rooms Deluxe Rooms Suites & A Garden Suite With Private Garden.
Amenities Facilities Feature A Dining Venue Lounge Bar Fitness Centre Seasonal Outdoor Pool Solarium & Pet-Friendly Policies.
More Located In A Tranquil Residential Area Surrounded By Nature Yet Within Easy Reach Of San Sebastin's City Centre.

Hotel Tres Reyes San Sebastián is a modern, tranquil retreat located in the Miramón neighbourhood, offering a peaceful escape in the Basque Country’s lush mountains. The hotel blends eclectic, cosmopolitan design with natural surroundings, providing 80 well-appointed rooms, including spacious suites with serene forest views. Guests can enjoy a range of amenities, including a fitness centre, outdoor pool, and diverse dining options. While slightly removed from the beachfront, it offers seclusion and comfort just a short drive from the vibrant heart of San Sebastián.

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Hotel Tres Reyes San Sebastián

Basque Country, San Sebastián

Akelarre San Sebastián

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 22 Rooms & Suites with Panoramic Ocean Views
Amenities Two Dining options, including the three Michelin-Starred Akelarre Restaurant, a Comprehensive Spa & Wellness Centre
More Located on Mount Igueldo in San Sebastián

This sleek venue was born in the 1970s as a restaurant. Enjoying spectacular success, it held two Michelin stars for 25 years, before securing a third in 2007, which it retained. Of course, the food is a massive draw, but in 2017, the arrival of rooms and a spa, made it the complete boutique dine and stay experience. Circular wooden terraces take advantage of the panoramic seaside views, as do private indoor/outdoor heated plunge pools in exclusive suites. Cantabrian multi-sensory cuisine is served in the top-class restaurants, Akelarre and Espazio Oteiza, with chef Pedro Subijana at the helm.

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Akelarre San Sebastián




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