Top 5 hotels to stay in San Sebastian

Going to San Sebastian means discovering the best that the Basque Country has to offer. It’s a destination where conviviality reigns. Whether you’re a lover of good food, hiking or simply the great sandy beaches, you’ll find yourself in the right place. For a pleasant stay, several factors come into play, such as accommodation. It can sometimes be overlooked because you go on holiday to visit a town or a region, but sleeping well also means making the most of your days. That’s why Navaway has put together a list of the best places to stay in San Sebastian.

1- Hotel Tres Reyes San Sebastián

Location: Calle Dulce María Loynaz 7, 20014 San Sebastian

Category: Favourite

Highlights:

• Outdoor swimming pool
• Fitness centre
• Restaurant
• Bar
• Free Wi-Fi connection
• Room service
• Very good breakfast (extra charge)
• Private car park (17 euros / day)
• Pets allowed on request (surcharge may apply)

Weakness:

• A little out of the city centre

Hotel description: The Hotel Tres Reyes San Sebastian is located on the outskirts of the city, but if you don’t have a car don’t worry, there is a bus station close to the accommodation that will take you directly to the city centre. So you can enjoy a peaceful location and easily get to the historic heart of San Sebastian. The hotel itself is very comfortable. The rooms are spacious and very modern, the outdoor swimming pool gives you a chance to relax a little under the Basque sun, and the staff are very friendly, so everything is in place to make your stay a pleasant one. The hotel also has a fitness centre, bar and restaurant.

2- Hotel Silken Amara Plaza

Location: Plaza Pío XII, 7, Amara, 20010 San Sebastian

Category: Prestige

Highlights:

• Fitness centre
• Balcony
• Excellent breakfast (extra charge)
• On-site parking (20 euros per day)
• Restaurant
• Bar
• Room service
• Nice view
• Free Wi-Fi connection

Weak point:

• Pets not allowed

Hotel description: Located just one kilometre from the city centre, the Silken Amara Plaza promises a pleasant stay. You will be able to keep fit even during the holidays with the gym at your disposal. From your spacious, comfortable room you can enjoy views of the idyllic Urumea Itsasadarra river. The hotel offers a bicycle rental service. An ideal way to discover San Sebastian or simply take a stroll along the river banks. The hotel’s restaurant serves local cuisine, giving you the chance to sample the best Basque specialities.

3- Barceló Costa Vasca

Location: Avenida de Pío Baroja, 15, 20008 San Sebastian

Category: Prestige

Highlights:

• Free Wi-Fi connection
• Spa and wellness centre (spa at extra cost)
• Good breakfast (extra charge)
• Room service
• Bar
• Restaurant
• 2 swimming pools
• Private car park (20 euros per day)
• Terrace

Weak point:

• Pets not allowed

Hotel Description: The Barcelo Costa Vasca is a hotel appreciated for its location. You are just 10 minutes’ walk from Ondarreta beach, San Sebastian’s main beach. The hotel has two swimming pools: a very large outdoor one with a large garden and sun loungers to relax in, and an indoor one in case the weather doesn’t allow you to make the most of the outside air. The rooms are spacious, with very modern decor and a small terrace. The hotel’s restaurant serves traditional and international dishes. While staying at the Barcelo Costa Vasca, you will have the opportunity to visit the sublime Miramar Palace, which dates back to the end of the 19th century.

4- Hostal San Ignacio Centro

Location: Plaza Buen Pastor, 18, 20005 San Sebastian

Category: Good value for money

Strong points:

• Free Wi-Fi connection
• Very good location
• Terrace
• Tray / kettle in all accommodation
• Free cot on request (0-2 years)

Weak point:

• Pets not allowed

Hotel description: Staying at the Hostal San Ignacio Centro, you will be hard pressed to find accommodation with such a great location. You’ll be right in the heart of San Sebastian, with the Cathedral of the Good Shepherd just a 30-second walk away. There are plenty of restaurants and bars nearby, and La Concha beach is just a 5-minute walk away – everything you need for a perfect stay. Each room has a small terrace overlooking either the cathedral or a quiet street.

5- Koisi Hostel

Location: Paseo de Heriz 38, 20008 San Sebastian

Category: Good value for money / Affordable

Strong points:

• Free Wi-Fi connection
• Restaurant
• Bar
• Terrace
• Good breakfast
• Pets allowed (surcharge may apply)
• Free cot on request (0-2 years)
• Good location

Weak points:

• Opportunity to meet up with other people

Hotel description: The Koisi Hostel is ideal accommodation for those who prefer to spend all day exploring San Sebastian and the surrounding area. Comfort is still present, but this is not the main quality of the accommodation. On the other hand, the hostel is very well located. Ondarreta beach is just 500 metres away and the San Sebastian Aquarium is 1.5 kilometres away. The hostel also has a restaurant serving local dishes, including the famous pintxos, renowned throughout the Basque Country.