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"The Whale"—new, air-conditioned, stylish, and spacious in the city center

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A narrow street lined with multi-story buildings, featuring balconies with metal railings and a café area with outdoor seating.
A modern living room with a brown sofa, two rocking chairs, and a dining table.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a round mirror with a light, and a wardrobe with glass doors.
A building facade with a black storefront sign reading "etxaniz" and a large ornate black door with the number "9" above it.
A modern living room with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1346 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Donostia-San Sebastian
  • Place, Cathedral of the Good Shepherd
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Concha Promenade
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Concha Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Sebastian (EAS)
    ‪23 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

San Sebastián

Located in San Sebastián Centro within a short walk of Concha Beach, this apartment is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as Donostia-San Sebastian Aquarium. The apartment includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a TV.

What's nearby

  • Cathedral of the Good Shepherd - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Maria Cristina Bridge - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Concha Promenade - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Concha Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • San Sebastian City Hall - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • San Sebastian Amara Station - 4 min walk
  • San Sebastian (EAS) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Aldapeta Gastrobar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Old Town Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bar Alex - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪El Valles - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Tagliatella - ‬5 min walk

About this property

"The Whale"—new, air-conditioned, stylish, and spacious in the city center

The new apartment, “The Whale,” has been carefully renovated and decorated in keeping with San Sebastián’s “romantic” style, offering our valued guests an exclusive atmosphere just steps from the world-famous La Concha Beach and right in the heart of the city. We hope you enjoy this relaxing and comfortable space.
The building has a small elevator that fits two people, and the apartment is well worth it.
License No. ESS02943

The apartment features a fully equipped kitchen, a spacious living-dining room, three bedrooms, and two bathrooms, one of which is en suite with the master bedroom.
Two of the bedrooms have two 90 cm x 200 cm beds, and the other bedroom has a king-size bed measuring 180 cm x 200 cm.
The living-dining area offers an ideal space to enjoy relaxing evenings during your vacation. The house is very bright; the living-dining room has two outdoor balconies and a bay window, and the bedrooms open onto a very charming open courtyard.
The kitchen is equipped with high-end appliances and a full set of kitchenware. There is a capsule coffee machine and cookies/pastries available for our guests.

The building has a small elevator for 2–3 people

I’ll be available to help guests with any issues that may arise during their stay, and I’ll be happy to offer all kinds of advice about San Sebastián, the city where I was born and have lived most of my life.

We’re located in the center of San Sebastián, specifically in what’s known as the “romantic” area of San Sebastián. This area is known for its numerous prestigious boutiques, La Concha Beach, and the “Buen Pastor” Cathedral, among other attractions. Reyes Católicos Street, where the apartment is located, offers a wide variety of dining options, from breakfast at the Old Town Café to lunch at various restaurants.

The central train and bus station is 500 meters from the apartment, a 6-minute walk. If you’re coming by car, the nearest parking lot is 200 meters away and is called “El Buen Pastor”; the price is around €24 per day. There are two other parking lots nearby: “San Martín” and “La Concha.” Very close to the apartment, there are also bus stops from which you can travel to any part of the city. Even so, thanks to the apartment’s excellent location and the city’s compact size, you don’t need a car or public transportation to visit the city’s most iconic sites.
The apartment is right in the heart of the city, 100 meters from the Buen Pastor Cathedral, 300 meters from La Concha Beach, and 800 meters from the Old Town, world-renowned for its sophisticated and delicious cuisine featuring “pintxos.”

Parking is not available in the building, and it’s difficult to find a spot nearby, so we recommend using private parking lots. The closest private parking lot is less than 200 meters away; it’s called “El Buen Pastor.” There are two other parking lots nearby: “San Martín” and “La Concha.”
We have an alarm system installed in the apartment that is activated only when guests are not staying there. The alarm system consists of a detector at the front door and two motion sensors that are triggered only in the event of an intrusion when the alarm is armed.
The apartment is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, an ironing board, and a travel crib.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Double-glazed windows
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 1,346 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 12:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Property Registration Number ESFCTU00002000800051094300000000000000000000ESS029439, ESS02943

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.
  • 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.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

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.

Property is also known as

380096

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to this apartment?

This apartment is situated in San Sebastián Centro, just steps from Edificio de Correos and Maria Cristina Bridge, and within a short walk of Concha Beach. You'll also find Cathedral of the Good Shepherd and Concha Promenade less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at "The Whale" new, ac, design, spacious City Centre?

No, there isn't parking at this apartment.

Is this apartment adjacent to a casino?

No, this apartment is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this apartment?

No, there is no indoor pool at this apartment.

What do couples enjoy most about "The Whale" new, ac, design, spacious City Centre?

Amenities at this apartment that appeal to couples include a kitchen in each apartment with a kitchen in some.

Are there hot tubs at "The Whale" new, ac, design, spacious City Centre?

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

Does this apartment offer breakfast?

No, this apartment doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this apartment allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this apartment.

Are there connecting rooms at "The Whale" new, ac, design, spacious City Centre?

No, this apartment doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to this apartment?

The closest major airport to this apartment is San Sebastian (EAS), which is 12.9 mi away (22 minutes by car). Another top airport is Biarritz (BIQ-Pays Basque), which is located 30 mi away (43-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at "The Whale" new, ac, design, spacious City Centre?

Yes, every apartment at "The Whale" new, ac, design, spacious City Centre comes with a balcony.

"The Whale"—new, air-conditioned, stylish, and spacious in the city center Reviews

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Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property!

We loved this apartment! It was a beautiful space in a wonderful central location. Lots of restaurants and shops nearby and yet very quiet when you are in the apartment. The host was very helpful and responsive to our questions about the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our time in San Sebastián and our stay in this apartment was a large part of making our stay comfortable. We traveled there with two young kids and they enjoyed the space and openness of the apartment. The location was perfect for our needs and was very convenient with a supermarket and restaurants very close by. The apartment was very clean and had everything we needed for a 6 night stay. Thank you to Mikel and his wife for making our stay very inviting.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The apartment was in a prime location with easy access to everywhere. It was very comfortable and clean and the host, Mikel, was kind, gracious and very accommodating and quick to respond to any questions. I would highly recommend this apartment and location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The best apartment we’ve ever stayed in

Ideal base to explore San Sebastián. Within easy walk of La Concha beach and the old town but away from the hordes of tourists (yep just like us). The Amara neighbourhood was vibrant and lively, full of interesting shops and bars and cafes. We also crossed the river to Gros area for one of our host’s recommendations- we were not disappointed. But the star of it all was the apartment. Done to a superb standard the place was absolutely spotless. Air conditioned on our arrival so we immediately had respite from the hot afternoon. We were an amazed by how much space we had. Everything was top notch and it was a pleasure staying there.
The street outside the apartment
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing stay at “The Whale” in San Sebastián! Excellent location-close to restaurants and coffee shops but also quiet for a good nights sleep. Thanks for the great stay at your apartment!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026