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Hotel Maria Cristina, a Luxury Collection Hotel

5.0 star property
Family-friendly 5-star hotel near Donostia-San Sebastian Aquarium

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Paseo Republica Argentina, 4, San Sebastián, Gipuzkoa, 20004
  • Place, San Sebastian City Hall
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Concha Promenade
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Cathedral of the Good Shepherd
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Sebastian (EAS)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Single Beds, Garden View

Deluxe Room, 2 Twin Beds, Garden View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, 2 Single Beds, River View

Premium Room, 2 Twin Beds, River View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Family Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom, River View

Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 77 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

Suite, 1 Bedroom, River View

  • 77 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

Suite, 1 Bedroom, River View

  • 77 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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50-inch LED TV with satellite channels, TV

Suite, 1 Bedroom, River View (Terrace)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 89 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, River View (Terrace)

Suite, 1 Bedroom, River View (Terrace)

  • 89 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Royal Suite, 1 Bedroom, River View

Royal Suite, 1 Bedroom, River View

  • 74 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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50-inch LED TV with satellite channels, TV

Royal Suite, 1 Bedroom, River View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 74 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, River View (Bette Davis Suite)

Suite, 1 Bedroom, River View (Bette Davis Suite)

  • 89 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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50-inch LED TV with satellite channels, TV

Royal Suite, 1 Bedroom, River View

  • 89 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, River View

Suite, 1 Bedroom, River View

  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

San Sebastián

City center retreat .A stay at this San Sebastián Centro hotel places you steps from Victoria Eugenia Theater and within a 5-minute walk of Bay of Biscay. San Sebastián Turismo and Kursaal Congress Centre and Auditorium are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Kursaal Congress Centre and Auditorium - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • San Sebastian City Hall - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Plaza de La Constitucion - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Concha Promenade - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cathedral of the Good Shepherd - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Gros Station - 8 min walk
  • Bilbao Airport (BIO) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pastelería Argitan - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Simona Specialty Coffee Club - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bideluze - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cafés Panchito - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Hotel Maria Cristina, a Luxury Collection Hotel

Family-friendly 5-star hotel near Donostia-San Sebastian Aquarium
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include meeting rooms and limo/town car service.

Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 6426 square feet (597 square meters) and includes conference space. A fitness center, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the luxury Hotel Maria Cristina, a Luxury Collection Hotel. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. For a fee, parking is available.

This Belle Époque San Sebastián hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 139 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 6426 sq ft of conference space
  • 597 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1912
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hotel Maria Cristina, a Luxury Collection Hotel offers 139 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 50-inch LED televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, bidets, and complimentary toiletries.

This San Sebastián hotel provides wireless Internet access for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Hypo-allergenic bedding, irons/ironing boards, and change of towels can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Awards and affiliations

Hotel Maria Cristina, a Luxury Collection Hotel is listed in the 2021 Travel + Leisure 500.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (EUR 15 per day)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Limo/town car service
  • Valet parking on site (EUR 59.10 per night)
  • Limited onsite valet parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 46 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Private wine tours

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar in bathtub
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Transfer shower
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 100 per pet, per stay, plus a deposit of EUR 100 per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 33 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 99.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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 full breakfast: approximately EUR 46 per person
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: EUR 15 per day (rates may vary)
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 200 per vehicle (one way)
  • Valet parking fee: EUR 59.10 per night
  • Pet deposit: EUR 100 per stay
  • Pet fee: EUR 100 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 99.0 per night

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property uses solar energy
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Union Pay, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. This property uses solar energy. For guests' safety, the property includes a deadbolt lock in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

Property Registration Number H-SS-00002

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.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

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Hotel Maria Cristina, a Luxury Collection Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 699 out of 806 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 79 out of 806 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 806 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 806 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 806 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Old-style service and great breakfast. Bar staff also very nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

roland

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Severely understaffed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Satnam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos, Boqueron

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beauty and location. Good breakfast. Although the coffee was always cold to my taste. Very comfortable bed. Central location
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

10/10 Excellent

Shashi Kanth, calabasas

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great room setup for the kids, overall great hotel
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seung

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen, Phoenix

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an incredible stay the attention to detail is fantastic. We came for our honeymoon they were very accommodating and over the top nice. The entire staff is next level. By the way, bar service is outstanding. They care about every guest and experience as well as the cocktails being top notch.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Osmar

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the place. Great rooms if you get an upgraded category. The only minor complain we has with my wife, it’s the outdated gym area. The rest was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simone

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Inga

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

10/10 Excellent

Mishari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Guillermo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old grand dame hotel. Nicely done, General Manager was charming, attentive and made the rounds. Concierge needs more training. Not knowledgeable in different types of restaurants or museums. The GM told us about the Chillida outdoor museum. Terrific!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott, Westport

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alfred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing hotel in a beautiful city.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

JoAnnah

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Odalys

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property! A former palace. A beautiful view from our room. Service impeccable; staff very professional and friendly. Only suggestion: The Asian bistro had a nice ambiance but the food could be improved. All in all we had an excellent stay at Maria Cristina!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

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

Top luxury in San Sebastian

The Maria Christina is a luxury property in the center of San Sebastian and offers great ambience, service, and comfort. Close to all the attractions: the old town, the beaches, and the scenic neighborhoods, this is a fabulous place to indulge yourself.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Taylor

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

One of the best in San Sebastian!

Overall this was a fantastic hotel to stay in, first the pro's: - very comfortable room and bed - Alejo, the front desk / concierge manager is WONDERFUL. He and his team went above and beyond to make sure we made the most of our stay (set us up with private autos, reservations, great restaurant suggestions, etc) The not so good: - no a la carte breakfast, either pay 90 Euros for buffet or starve - shower leaked onto the ground no matter what we tried to stop it from doing so. All in all, great place to stay, excellent location, exceptional staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025