Hotel SANSEbay

3.5 star property
3.5-star beach hotel near Monte Urgull

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Double Room, Sea View | View from room
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Junior Suite SANSEbay | Living area | Smart TV, books
Reception
Reception

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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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)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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

Double Room, Sea View

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

Urban interior patio

  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Familiar vistas laterales bahía

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

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

Smart Apartment

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

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

Urban confort terraza

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

Deluxe Double Room

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

Premium Room

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

Suite SANSEbay

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

Basic Double Room

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

Junior Suite SANSEbay

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

About the neighborhood

San Sebastián

Seaside stay .You'll be steps from Monte Urgull and within a 10-minute walk of Donostia-San Sebastian Aquarium with a stay at this Old Town San Sebastián hotel. Concha Beach and Concha Promenade are also within half a mile (1 km).

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

3.5-star beach hotel near Monte Urgull
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at Hotel SANSEbay. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3.5-star San Sebastián hotel is smoke free.

  • 27 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Coffee shop
Hotel SANSEbay offers 27 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Smart televisions come with premium digital channels.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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)

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

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Books
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with premium digital channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

We should mention

  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.

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

How close is Hotel SANSEbay to the airport?

Hotel SANSEbay is 12.7 mi (24-min drive) away from the San Sebastian (EAS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel SANSEbay?

As of Jan 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel SANSEbay on Feb 22, 2026 start from $101.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Hotel SANSEbay have an airport shuttle?

Hotel SANSEbay offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, for a charge of EUR 150.00 per vehicle.

How close is Hotel SANSEbay to the beach?

This hotel is a short 7-minute walk from Concha Beach and 1.2 mi (4-min drive) from Ondarreta Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hotel SANSEbay offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Hotel SANSEbay, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between EUR 9.50 and 25 for adults, EUR 9.50 and 25 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to noon.

Is there a casino at Hotel SANSEbay?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino Kursaal (4-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Hotel SANSEbay?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Hotel SANSEbay?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for EUR 30 per day.

Does Hotel SANSEbay have a pool?

Hotel SANSEbay does not have a pool.

Does Hotel SANSEbay have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel SANSEbay to downtown San Sebastián?

Hotel SANSEbay is 0.3 mi away from San Sebastián.

Hotel SANSEbay Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 378 out of 470 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 74 out of 470 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 470 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 470 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 470 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property and staff were magnificent. The location is also excellent. The only negative is getting to the hotel in car. It’s very difficult. A video is provided but hard to follow. A map would be easier to navigate. But besides that it’s a great property.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

yolianne

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sylvia, Miami

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rooms and common areas were clean, the location was right in the main area as well. Other listings mentioned noisiness, but we slept with the windows open and weren't bothered, however we live in an apartment and are used to city noise.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic boutique hotel right in the heart of the old town. A little hard to find in the car so the hotel sent a useful video on how to navigate through the narrow streets. Very warm welcome and the room was immaculate and very comfortable. 2 minute walk to the old town for pintxos, or to the seafront and marina or to the start of the climb to the old fort overlooking the bay. Fantastic views!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

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