“Sandwiched by San Sebastian’s sweeping city beach and the atmospheric pintxo bars of the old town, this boutique property in the Gros neighbourhood offers elegant, well-priced rooms and warm, personal service. A perfect base for exploring the Basque Country.”
“Sandwiched by San Sebastian’s sweeping city beach and the atmospheric pintxo bars of the old town, this boutique property in the Gros neighbourhood offers elegant, well-priced rooms and warm, personal service. A perfect base for exploring the Basque Country.”
Hotel Review
It’s madness to pay top dollar for a hotel with a fancy restaurant when you’re weekending in Spain’s foodie capital. With a clutch of progressive pintxo bars and peerless access to Playa Zurriola, Gros is the city’s coolest neighbourhood – and this is one of its most welcoming hotels. Guests are greeted with a glass of cava in the stylish lobby – its floor-to-ceiling windows made for people-watching – while rooms come with free minibars and sleek bathrooms are stocked with toiletries made from local olive oil. Bedroom décor combines pale yellows with cool white linens, while clever duplex suites offer split-level accommodation for families. The basement houses a tiny gym and a sizeable breakfast room, serving Iberian classics such as tortilla omelette and pan con tomate.
Written by Orla Thomas
Recommended For
- Local exploring
- Located in the heart of the city centre, close to pintxos (tapas) bars and shops, book this hotel as a base for local exploring
- City Style
- With sophisticated interiors and an unbeatable location, this hotel has lots of contemporary city charm
- Surfing
- Go surfing at nearby Zurriola beach, one of the best spots in the Basque Country
- Great walks
- Explore the picturesque old town on a long walk; use the hotel's guide to find the best pintxos (tapas) bars on the way
- Foodies
- Eating at one of San Sebastian’s many Michelin-starred restaurants, such as Arzak or Akelarre, which both have three
- Cycling
- Explore the city the eco-friendly way: on two wheels. Bike hire is available from the hotel at competitive prices
- Other Activities
- A day out with the children at Monte Igueldo’s hilltop funfair, reached by a vintage funicular train
- No restaurant
- Breakfast available
- Family Suites
- Conference facilities
- Romantic
- Intimate
- Contemporary
- Disabled access
- Child friendly
- Gym
- Chic
Facilities
- Parking
- Private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is needed) and costs EUR 20 per day
- No restaurant
- Breakfast available
- Bicycle hire
- No pets
- Meeting Room
- Airport transfer
- Family Suites
- Safe
- Conference facilities
- Business Centre
- Wifi
- Air conditioning
- Suites
- Disabled access
- Sitting Room
- Child friendly
- Gym
Activities
- Surfing
- Go surfing at nearby Zurriola beach, one of the best spots in the Basque Country
- Great walks
- Explore the picturesque old town on a long walk; use the hotel's guide to find the best pintxos (tapas) bars on the way
- Cycling
- Explore the city the eco-friendly way: on two wheels. Bike hire is available from the hotel at competitive prices
- Other Activities
- A day out with the children at Monte Igueldo’s hilltop funfair, reached by a vintage funicular train
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Why do people love staying in your hotel? Location. The hotel is located right in the city center
What is there to do in the area? There are plenty of activities to do in the área: Gastronomy tours, beaches, shopping área…
What kind of breakfast do you offer? We offer a buffet breakfast every morning. It includes local and fresh products like freshly squeezed Orange juice, eggs as you like, homemade cakes…
Do you offer other meals? And can you recommend good places to eat out locally? The hotel does not have a restaurant. There are many excellent restaurants and bars in the área. You can ask our reception team for some recomendations.
Which are your most popular room types, and why? The most popular rooms are the Suite Duplex. They have two floor and they are perfect for families or groups of 4 friends.
What facilities do you have for children and can you fit extra beds in your rooms? The hotel offers rooms with extra beds and Suites for up to four people.
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