Hotel SANSEbay

Perched on the edge of San Sebastián’s Old Town beside the port, this city-centre beach hotel is moments from La Concha and the entrance to Monte Urgull. Walk to Plaza de la Constitución, the Basilica of Saint Mary of Coro and the Donostia-San Sebastián Aquarium in minutes.

A chic, contemporary hotel with rooms and stylish apartments that opened in 2017. Expect sea views from the doorstep, smart TVs, minibars, safes and comfy beds with down comforters. Rooms have private bathrooms and free high-speed WiFi; the property emphasizes modern comfort and sustainability.

Sip cocktails at the bar or grab a snack in the café and deli. There’s a massage room, bicycles to rent, a communal living room and babysitting on request (surcharge). Paid onsite parking, an elevator and concierge services keep things easy. Wake up to sea-breeze mornings and stroll straight to the promenade.

Fast, complimentary high-speed internet throughout. Express check-in/check-out, luggage storage, laundry/dry cleaning and a 24-hour airport shuttle available for a surcharge. Self parking is onsite (charges apply).

A coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli serve guests on site, plus a hotel bar for evening drinks. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily (7:30 AM–noon) for a fee. Close to the city’s renowned Basque dining scene for pintxos and regional flavors.