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Hotel SANSEbay

3.5 star property
Beach hotel near Monte Urgull
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Deluxe Double Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, blackout drapes
Panoramic Apartment, Sea View | Living area | Smart TV, books
Junior Suite SANSEbay | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, blackout drapes
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

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Calle mari 21, San Sebastián, 20003
  • Place, Monte Urgull
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Plaza de La Constitucion
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Donostia-San Sebastian Aquarium
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Sebastian (EAS)
    ‪26 min drive‬
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Urban familiar terraza | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Urban familiar terraza

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Double Room, Sea View | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Double Room, Sea View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Urban interior patio | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Urban interior patio

  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Familiar vistas laterales bahía | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Familiar vistas laterales bahía

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 312 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Cozy Apartment | Private kitchen

Cozy Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Smart Apartment | Private kitchen

Smart Apartment

  • 560 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 657 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Urban confort terraza | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Urban confort terraza

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Premium Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Premium Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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Suite SANSEbay | View from room

Suite SANSEbay

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Basic Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Junior Suite SANSEbay | Living area | Smart TV, books

Junior Suite SANSEbay

  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

San Sebastián

Located in Old Town San Sebastián, Hotel SANSEbay is adjacent to Monte Urgull and within a 10-minute walk of other popular attractions like Donostia-San Sebastian Aquarium. This 27-room, 3.5-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a coffee shop/cafe, free in-room WiFi, and concierge services.

What's nearby

  • Monte Urgull - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Plaza de La Constitucion - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Donostia-San Sebastian Aquarium - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Concha Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Concha Promenade - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Donostia-San Sebastián Station - 17 min walk
  • San Sebastian (EAS) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Atari Gastroteka - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Gandarias - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Akerbeltz - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ganbara - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ubarrechena - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hotel SANSEbay

Beach hotel near Monte Urgull
Hotel SANSEbay features free WiFi in public areas, express check-in, and express check-out. If you drive, self parking is EUR 30 per day, or you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for EUR 150.00 per vehicle. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this beach hotel include laundry facilities, a communal living room, and a water dispenser.
Smart TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and down comforters, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Safes are also available. Change of towels is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Self parking on site (EUR 30 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to noon for a fee: EUR 9.50 to 25 for adults and EUR 9.50 to 25 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Bar Urgul

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Books
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • On the bay
  • On the boardwalk/promenade

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately EUR 9.50 to 25 for adults, and EUR 9.50 to 25 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 150.00 per vehicle
  • Self parking fee: EUR 30 per day
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in and out are easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.
  • Nearby construction work may cause some noise disturbance.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Hotel SANSEbay San Sebastian
SANSEbay San Sebastian
SANSEbay
Hotel SANSEbay Hotel
Hotel SANSEbay San Sebastián
Hotel SANSEbay Hotel San Sebastián

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Hotel SANSEbay?

Hotel SANSEbay provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see close to Hotel SANSEbay?

This hotel is situated in Old Town San Sebastián, just steps from Basilica of Saint Mary of the Chorus and Monte Urgull, and within a short walk of Concha Beach. You'll also find Bay of Biscay and Casino Kursaal less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Hotel SANSEbay?

Yes, parking is offered for EUR 30 per day.

Does Hotel SANSEbay include a casino?

No, Hotel SANSEbay doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hotel SANSEbay?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Hotel SANSEbay?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this hotel, including premium bedding and a smart TV in each guestroom with some featuring sea views.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel SANSEbay?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Hotel SANSEbay have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Hotel SANSEbay serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Bar Urgul.

Does Hotel SANSEbay allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel SANSEbay.

Does Hotel SANSEbay have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Hotel SANSEbay?

The closest major airport to Hotel SANSEbay is San Sebastian (EAS), which is 12.7 mi away (24 minutes by car). Another top airport is Biarritz (BIQ-Pays Basque), which is located 29.7 mi away (43-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Hotel SANSEbay?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer either a balcony or a deck where guests can enjoy sea or courtyard views.

Hotel SANSEbay Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 372 out of 462 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 72 out of 462 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 462 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 462 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 462 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Natalia, Denver

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pros: The service was really nice, helpful with any questions, greets you with a glass of wine at check-in while explaining everything, etc. The location is also amazing, right on the edge of Old Town walkable to all the bars and restaurants, but also right on the edge of the bay next to the water. Despite it looking like it might be a loud location with tons of young people drinking outside the bar next door, our place faced the back alley and was super quiet. The 2-bedroom apartment is a great option when traveling with 2 couples, complete with little kitchenette and living space — this was really the biggest reason I picked this spot. Cons: While the 2-bedroom apartment is quiet because it faces it the back streets, that means it also doesn’t have much of a view and one of the bedrooms is super dark. My hair dryer stopped working after 1 minute, the coffee machine leaks, the internet is very spotty, and the beds and pillows are some of the hardest I’ve slept on.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A really beautiful room, really friendly and helpful staff in a great location on the edge of the old town. The main fault i would have is that the facilities available within the hotel itself are quite limited given the price of the hotel, but the plus points make up for this.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Katy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Charlie

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Avoid this hotel / They were dishonest

Our experience at this hotel was appalling. The rooms were extremely uncomfortable, and the noise levels each night were unbearable. Even with earplugs, it was impossible to get any sleep. When we raised this with the hotel, they refused to switch our room. Eventually, we agreed with management that we would move to a different hotel altogether, on the clear understanding that the three-night stay would be refunded. However, once home, the hotel denied that these conversations ever took place. They even misled Expedia with this claim. We have written confirmation from the new hotel, who confirmed these discussions, as well as receipts for our stay there. The service we received was atrocious—dishonest, dismissive, and entirely unprofessional. The rooms were uninhabitable, and the hotel’s conduct afterwards has been completely unacceptable. I would strongly advise against staying here. To date, the hotel has completely ignored me and only partially responded to Expedia. Unfortunately, we are now having to action S75 card protection to obtain our money back. I would advise anybody not to book this hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Stay, Location and Apartment

We had three people and rented one of the apartments. It was perfect, with two bedrooms and two baths. We had a view of the bay, where we had a perfect view of the Concha boat race. The hotel is in a great location and the apartment is well equipped.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jiseung

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel SANSEbay was one of my top favorite parts of the trip in Donostia-San Sebastian. The location was extremely convenient right between the old town downtown area and Urgull mountain for pleasant hiking. It's also only about 10-min walk to the beach entrance. All the staffs were very friendly and informative! Especially, upon check-in, I got a list of the popular pintxo bars and restaurants including their best selling dishes - which was super helpful! Hotel SANSEbay made an outstanding impression of Donostia and is now another reason for me to revisit the city! Definitely, I will look forward to staying at Hotel SANSEbay again for sure!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We spent 4 pleasant nights in a 2 bedroom apartment at the hotel. The room was fine - clean and comfortable, albeit on the small side - and had everything we needed for the stay. The staff was friendly and helpful as well. The best thing about the hotel is the location - practically on the water, and within easy walking distance of pretty much everything. If you are driving, just be aware that it isn't the easiest to get to and that the available parking is limited - both in terms of spots and the size of the vehicle the garage can accommodate. The hotel sent us a helpful video before our arrival showing how to navigate to the front door, and also directed us to nearby underground parking when our car wouldn't fit in their garage. We wouldn't hesitate to stay here again, and highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hotel, great location, great staff

Lovely location and rooms. Nice team. Tasty breakfast. Limited facilites (lounge, bar etc). Only (real) drawback is there is a bar right outside the front of the hotel, so quite a bit of noise through afternoon into evening. Though generally all very good natured and light, bubbling Spanish chatter mainly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arely

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in old town.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shabana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliantly located. Lovely helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were incredibly welcoming and helpful. The location is unsurpassable I think and lots going on nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josue

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay at Hotel SANSEbay – great service with recommendations and support for transportation; amazing location right by the water and in the Old Town; would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Alexandra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The Best Boutique Hotel

We had an incredible stay at the SANSEbay Hotel! The welcome and service was outstanding, the room was beautiful with views across the sea and best of all the location was in the heart of the vibrant old town.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommend staying here!

Wonderful service, very comfortable, and beautiful views! I will 100% stay here the next time I come back. My only feedback is for the hotel to provide instructions for how to drive to the hotel, since most of the roads are pedestrian only. As a reminder for anyone driving, you need to reserve a car spot in advance. There was a guy who did not and he was very rude to the receptionist.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhys

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cameron

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location and great hotel with friendly staff happy to help! Will definitely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location. The 2 bedroom apartment may family and I had was very modern and well maintained. The location is excellent for access to the beach, shops and restaurant. The breakfast was really good and staff were so polite and friendly. Really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael Geoffrey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location but difficult to get to due to the one way systems in San Sebastian.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Chelsey

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The location was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fidel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff and service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

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