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The 10 Best Design Hotels in San Sebastián, Spain

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Pensión Sarriegi offers accommodation in San Sebastián.

Rooms come with a flat-screen TV and air conditioning. Rooms are fitted with a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hair dryer.

This apartment was great. There was plenty of space, it was really clean and a comfy bed. There is a communal tea and coffee area which is immaculate. The staff were fantastic - an absolute credit to the team

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9
Superb
1,302 reviews
Price from
€ 130.63
per night

The property features stylish décor with parquet floors and white vintage furniture. All rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV, minibar, and wardrobe. The private bathroom comes with a bath or a shower. Hairdryer and toiletries are provided.

The staff were unbelievably friendly and helpful. First, they let us check in very early. Second, they called a cab for us when we needed to schedule one for our return to the airport. The room was very comfortable, ideally located to the history area, and just fabulous overall. If we ever return to San Sebastián, this is where we will stay.

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9.1
Superb
1,588 reviews
Price from
€ 144.10
per night

The modern Hotel Trueba is 200 metres from San Sebastián’s Zurriola Beach and Kursaal Convention Centre. It offers air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi, a balcony and flat-screen TV.

Each elegant room at the Hotel Trueba features wooden floors, soundproofing, central heating and a safe. The stylish private bathrooms include amenities and a hairdryer.

Location, clean room and nice host.

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9
Superb
1,073 reviews
Price from
€ 138
per night

All rooms include free water from the minibar. They each have a separate shower and bath. Rooms have luxury individual design, some including artwork from Jorge Oteiza. Room service is available, offering local dishes.

Beautiful property located in a very elegant part of San Sebastian (15 mins walking distance from city center). Perfect stay: big room with refined décor. Staff was helpful and smiling all the time. Breakfast was simply perfect. Would go back again!

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9.5
Exceptional
1,277 reviews
Price from
€ 269.10
per night

Overlooking La Concha Bay, this grand 19th-century building is set next to the beach, on San Sebastián’s seafront promenade. It offers discounted access to La Perla Spa and air-conditioned rooms with a private balcony.

Location, size and comfort of rooms, lobby, restaurant, bar, view

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9
Superb
4,956 reviews
Price from
€ 201
per night

This small, non-smoking family hotel enjoys stunning sea views from the Monte Igeldo area of San Sebastián. Look out over the dramatic Basque coastline as you enjoy breakfast in its scenic dining room. Free parking is available.

Location, very friendly owner and staff, great value breakfast

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9.1
Superb
1,574 reviews
Price from
€ 75
per night

The Zinema7 is themed around cinema and the San Sebastian Film Festival. Each room offers free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TV’s and is dedicated to an actor or director who has visited the city.

The stylish, sound-proofed rooms at the Zinema7 feature contemporary décor .Each air-conditioned room has satellite TV and a marble bathroom with a magnifying mirror.

bright, clean design focused hotel

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9
Superb
4,292 reviews
Price from
€ 99
per night

Featuring rooms with private bathrooms and free Wi-Fi, Ur-Alde is 5 minutes' walk from San Sebastián’s La Concha Beach. Situated in the Old Town, it is close to many pintxo bars and restaurants.

Each attractive room at Ur-Alde offers air-conditioning, free Wi-Fi and has décor based on a different city. There is a minibar, Smart TV Hair dryer, wall USB charger,safe box and a private bathroom with a hydromassage shower. Some rooms have balconies.

In the old city, perfectly located for tourism and eating. Our host was fantastic. The room was modern and tastefully decorated.

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9
Superb
287 reviews
Price from
€ 114
per night

Featuring free WiFi, A Room In The City Hostel hostel offers accommodation in central San Sebastián, 2 minutes' walk from La Concha Beach. It is part of Convent Garden, an open social space that invites you to enjoy and live the local urban art culture. Guests have access to Convent Garden's La Cripta bar and el Pation terrace.

It’s really convenient to unlock the doors with one smart key. The hostel was clean and It’s quite close to beach and restaurants.

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8.3
Very good
3,840 reviews
Price from
€ 32.20
per night

Featuring a rooftop sun terrace with a seasonal hot tub, Zenit San Sebastián is a 4-star hotel located in the area of Morlans, within the neighbourhood of Amara in central San Sebastián. The hotel offers free WiFi.

Dog friendly. Our room had a dog bed and food and water bowls and dog snacks. Also car parking on site. Only a 15 minute walk to the beach.

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8.5
Very good
4,198 reviews
Price from
€ 105.02
per night

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These hotels offer something a little different in the way of design and usually sit in a trendy, urban part of town. More intimate than your average hotel, they offer high standards with a homely vibe.
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  • Hotel Villa Soro
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1,277 reviews

    Hotel Villa Soro occupies 2 classical buildings, one of which was built in 1898 and is a Historical Heritage Building of San Sebastian. Free WiFi is available.

    An absolutely fabulous hotel. Fantastic location and great value.

  • Hotel Zinema7
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 4,291 reviews

    The Zinema7 is themed around cinema and the San Sebastian Film Festival. Each room offers free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TV’s and is dedicated to an actor or director who has visited the city.

    Well organised. Super clean and staff were very friendly.

  • Casual del Jazz San Sebastián
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,045 reviews

    Casual del Jazz San Sebastián is located in San Sebastián, on the banks of the River Urumea. The air-conditioned rooms at Casual del Jazz San Sebastián feature flat-screen satellite TV and free WiFi.

    Everything was just great Receptionists were amazing

  • Barceló Costa Vasca
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 6,082 reviews

    Barceló Costa Vasca is 450 metres from San Sebastián’s Ondarreta Beach, next to Miramar Palace and Gardens. Rooms at the Costa Vasca are bright and minimalist, with lots of natural light.

    Exactly what was advertised, so clean and comfortable

  • Hotel Palacio de Aiete
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 5,037 reviews

    Hotel Palacio de Aiete offers a gym and rooftop sun terrace, with panoramic views over San Sebastián. Each bright room includes flat-screen satellite TV.

    Efficient staff. Clean room. Very good restaurant.

  • Hotel Antik San Sebastián
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,543 reviews

    Hotel Antik San Sebastian is located in San Sebastián’s Ondarreta district, 4 minutes’ drive from La Concha Bay. It offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi.

    very friendly welcoming receptionist underground safe parking

  • Hotel Silken Amara Plaza
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,714 reviews

    Hotel Silken Amara Plaza has a quiet setting next to the River Urumea, in San Sebastián’s Plaza Pio XII Square. The elegant, modern rooms include free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV.

    Superb hotel and wonderful stay. Staff were excellent

  • NH Collection San Sebastián Aranzazu
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 4,670 reviews

    Situated just 300 metres from Ondarreta Beach on the Bay of Biscay, the NH Collection San Sebastián Aranzazu offers bright, air-conditioned rooms with stylish modern décor and satellite TVs.

    Very clean and comfortable. Lovely local bars too.

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  • Easo Suite 1 by FeelFree Rentals
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 50 reviews

    Located in the heart of San Sebastián and less than 5 minutes’ walk from the beautiful Playa de la Concha beach, this modern apartment feature high-speed Wi-Fi free of charge.

    Emplacement parfait, très belle taille d'appartement.

  • Pensión Basic Confort
    Budget options available
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 513 reviews

    A 5-minute walk from San Sebastián’s famous La Concha Bay, Pensión Basic Confort offers individually decorated rooms with balconies.

    Great location and friendly and helpful staff . Very quiet.

  • Pension Ondarra Autocheck-In
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 483 reviews

    This modern, minimalist guest house is situated in San Sebastian’s Gros neighbourhood. Playa Zurriola Beach and the Kursaal Congress Centre are just 5 minutes’ walk away.

    Excellent location. Easy check-in/out. Clean and cozy.

  • Apartamentos San Marcial 28
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 613 reviews

    Apartamentos San Marcial 28 are located in central San Sebastián, 200 metres from La Concha Beach. They are modern, stylish apartments with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TV and a private balcony.

    Absolutely loved the apartment and loved the location too

  • Hotel Donosti
    Budget options available
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 668 reviews

    Welcome to Hotel Donosti! Nestled in between the hilltops and trees of the residential outskirts of San Sebastián, this old Basque Villa now serves as a small Boutique Hotel. 10 spacious private...

    Nice price, nice stuff, nice position, clean cozy rooms

  • Pensión Iturriza
    Budget options available
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 640 reviews

    Pensión Iturriza offers modern accommodation in San Sebastian’s Old Town, beside the seafront promenade and Town Hall.

    Lovely staff Comfy bed Convenient location Quiet

  • Irenaz Resort Apartamentos
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 726 reviews

    These chic studios and apartments are located in a peaceful area of San Sebastian, near the Miramon Park and Technology Park.

    spacious, all equipment etc provided for convenience and met all needs

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  • Hotel Trueba
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,073 reviews

    The modern Hotel Trueba is 200 metres from San Sebastián’s Zurriola Beach and Kursaal Convention Centre. It offers air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi, a balcony and flat-screen TV.

    lovely room view cleanliness pretty much everything.

  • Pensión Altair
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 679 reviews

    Pensión Altair is located in San Sebastián’s Gros district, 250 metres from Zurriola Beach and the Kursaal Convention Centre. It offers free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV in each room.

    Great location, good beds, very nice staff and clean room.

  • Hotel Okako San Sebastian
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 674 reviews

    Featuring stylish décor and free Wi-Fi, Hotel Okako San Sebastian is set in central San Sebastian. This modern boutique hotel offers its furniture, sculptures and paintings for guests to buy.

    everything, super clean, very comfy and well designed

  • Welcome Gros Hotel
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,613 reviews

    Welcome Gros Hotel offers rooms in the Gros district of San Sebastián, just 5 minutes’ walk from Kursaal Convention Centre, San Sebstián’s old town and Zurriola beach, also 10 minutes walk from La...

    Very well located & in the most excellent condition.

  • Hotel Arrizul Beach
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 771 reviews

    Offering air-conditioned rooms in the Gros district of San Sebastián, Hotel Arrizul Beach is opposite Kursaal Congress Centre and Auditorium.

    The location is fantastic, the cleanliness as well.

  • Pensión C7
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 767 reviews

    Located just 200 metres from the Kursaal Convention Centre, Pensión C7 offers stylish rooms with free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV and a hydromassage shower. Zurriola Beach is a 5-minute walk away.

    Very helpful staff, nice clean room, good location.

  • Hotel Punta Monpas
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,365 reviews

    Hotel Punta Monpas is set by the beautiful Zurriola Beach, near the historic centre of San Sebastián. All rooms include free Wi-Fi, a TV, air conditioning and heating.

    The modern room and the kind lady at the front desk

  • Hostal San Sebastian Centro
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 936 reviews

    The Pension San Ignacio Centro 2 offers value for money accommodation in the centre of San Sebastian. All modern and stylish rooms feature a private bathroom, flat-screen TV and free Wi-Fi.

    Clean, excellent bathroom. Receptionist very helpful.

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Boutique hotels that guests love in San Sebastián

  • Avg. price/night: € 148.50
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 4,291 reviews
    The design all through out is beautiful, simple and yet artistic. The tones, furniture, colours give a warm, calm look and atmosphere. The staff are friendly, professional and very helpful. The room I was staying at was lovely, very clean, spacious with a square balcony, where I enjoyed sipping my nesspreso coffee - compliment of the hotel. I would highly recommend the place, and I certainly would come back again.
    Eba
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: € 140.08
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,821 reviews
    The view from the window was lovely, the breakfast was nice and we liked the design of the room a lot.
    Anna
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 373.50
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 2,295 reviews
    This hotel is exceptional. We were extremely lucky to have the incredible junior suite which was a kind upgrade on my partners 30th birthday. The room was beyond any other rooms we have stayed in, the decor and interior design was unique and beautiful. The views were incredible. I do not have a bad word to say about this hotel!
    Jade
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 149.62
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 2,949 reviews
    Fantastic on-site restaurant (Tilia) does a great lunch menu on weekdays and perfect for breakfast, coffee breaks and dinner if you don't want to venture out. Lovely roof-top pool, great design and interiors, great gym!
    Alex
    Young couple
  • 8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,965 reviews
    The design was really funky and modern, very practical and the self-check in was easy to follow.
    A
    Alexandra
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: € 149.62
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 2,949 reviews
    Oasis of calm on outskirts of San Sebastián, the eco friendly design is full of space , light and plants echoing the forest, friendly staff, lovely roof top pool, good food
    chaise
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 129.54
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 675 reviews
    Everything in the pension was lovely and clean. Nice bedding, well appointed and designed, good coffee, lovely owner
    Darleen
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 98.10
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 4,257 reviews
    Pool was lovely, great views. Breakfast was good value with fresh orange juice a bonus. Room was a little narrow but well designed & spotless. The bus stop right outside & fantastic regular transport links to the city/beach every 15mins. Would recommend 😃
    Katie
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 145.95
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,711 reviews
    Lovely design led hotel. Lovely king size bed, very comfortable with good quality bedlinen. Bathroom well equipped with cosy bath towels, rain shower and great products.
    Sarah
    Young couple
  • 8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,965 reviews
    great design, very comfortable and spacious easy to park, dog friendly great communication and easy self check in
    Hana
    Young couple

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