Aiete Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

Concha Promenade showing a beach, general coastal views and a coastal town

Concha Promenade

Enjoy the spectacular views of the surrounding verdant headlands and admire the elegant railing and lanterns of this famous boulevard.

Concha Promenade
Donostia-San Sebastian Aquarium as well as a small group of people

Donostia-San Sebastian Aquarium

5/5(1 review)

See extraordinary marine creatures, learn about life under the sea and get insights into the local fishing history at this aquarium and oceanographic museum.

Donostia-San Sebastian Aquarium
Monte Igueldo which includes a coastal town, general coastal views and landscape views

Monte Igueldo

4.5/5(12 reviews)

Go to the top of this great mountain in San Sebastián and visit a traditional amusement park with spectacular views as a backdrop.

Monte Igueldo
Plaza de La Constitucion showing night scenes, a square or plaza and heritage elements

Plaza de La Constitucion

Note the numbers on the balconies that represent former bullring boxes. Try delicious local wine in this festive central square.

Plaza de La Constitucion
Miramar Palace featuring a coastal town and general coastal views

Miramar Palace

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Explore a beautiful palace located in one of the best spots of San Sebastián. Enjoy its lavish gardens and fantastic panoramic views of the bay.

Miramar Palace
Cathedral of the Good Shepherd which includes heritage architecture and street scenes as well as a small group of people

Cathedral of the Good Shepherd

4/5(1 review)

Visit one of the most astounding religious buildings in San Sebastián and one of the biggest of its kind in the province of Gipuzkoa.

Cathedral of the Good Shepherd

Activities

Aerial view of a church in Spain

The Basque Country Full-Day Tour

NZ$145
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
The Basque Country Full-Day Tour
San Sebastian Food Tour: Pintxo Tasting Paired with Spanish Wines

San Sebastian Food Tour: Pintxo Tasting Paired with Spanish Wines

NZ$213
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
San Sebastian Food Tour: Pintxo Tasting Paired with Spanish Wines
Donostia - San Sebastián City Tour Bus, Hop On - Hop Off

Donostia - San Sebastián City Tour Bus, Hop On - Hop Off

NZ$31
per adult
Donostia - San Sebastián City Tour Bus, Hop On - Hop Off
Hondarribia, San Juan & San Pedro from San Sebastian

Hondarribia, San Juan & San Pedro from San Sebastian

NZ$107
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hondarribia, San Juan & San Pedro from San Sebastian
Saint-Jean-de-Luz, Basque country: Boat tour along the Coast

Saint-Jean-de-Luz, Basque country: Boat tour along the Coast

NZ$191
per adult
Saint-Jean-de-Luz, Basque country: Boat tour along the Coast
Biarritz and French Coast Small Grop Tour from San Sebastian

Biarritz and French Coast Small Grop Tour from San Sebastian

NZ$154
per adult
Biarritz and French Coast Small Grop Tour from San Sebastian
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Our pick of the best Aiete Hotel Deals

Leonardo Hotel San Sebastián

Leonardo Hotel San Sebastián

3 out of 5
BeraBera Pasealekua 85A, San Sebastián, Gipuzkoa
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$349 per night from 30 July to 31 July
NZ$349
30 July - 31 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in San Sebastián. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (489 reviews)
All good except for the A/C
"The air conditioning was not cooling enough. The lower temperature was 73 Fahrenheit (around 22 Celsius ) so it was kind of hot to sleep"

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

Leonardo Hotel San Sebastián
Hotel Palacio de Aiete

Hotel Palacio de Aiete

4 out of 5
Goiko Galtzara-Berri nº 27, San Sebastián, Gipuzkoa
Stay at this 4-star hotel in San Sebastián. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (576 reviews)
"This was a lovely hotel, about a 30-50 minute walk to the main areas of San Sebastián(all downhill) the walk back was a little hard as it’s very uphill but there is a regular bus every 15 minutes for about €2, bus stop a short walk from the hotel. The room was clean, quite and roomy with a nice bath ..."

Reviewed on 5 Jul. 2025

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Hotel Palacio de Aiete
Mantulene Apartments - Basque Stay

Mantulene Apartments - Basque Stay

3.5 out of 5
Mantulene Kalea 9W, San Sebastián, Gipuzkoa
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in San Sebastián. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Concha Beach and Parque Aiete are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (5 reviews)
"Excellent, spacious apartment. Everything we could want plus underground parking. Fabulous location and views. Will definitely use again if we come back to the Basque region. High recommend"

Reviewed on 23 May 2025

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Mantulene Apartments - Basque Stay
The Social Hub San Sebastián

The Social Hub San Sebastián

3 out of 5
Otamendi Anaiak Kalea, San Sebastián, Gipuzkoa
The price is NZ$242 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$242
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in San Sebastián. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Concha Beach and Cristina Enea Park ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (204 reviews)
"Fantastic place to stay. Clean, great staff, easy check in. Lovely bed and fabulous shower. Great pool and bar"

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

The Social Hub San Sebastián
Barceló Costa Vasca

Barceló Costa Vasca

4 out of 5
Avenida Pio Baroja 15, San Sebastián, Gipuzkoa
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$457 per night from 30 July to 31 July
NZ$457
30 July - 31 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Sebastián. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (996 reviews)
"Rooms are well set up, the breakfast buffet was really good (value and quality) and you are walking distance from the beach. I find it very convenient. A good choice for families."

Reviewed on 9 Jul. 2025

Barceló Costa Vasca
Hotel Maria Cristina, a Luxury Collection Hotel

Hotel Maria Cristina, a Luxury Collection Hotel

5 out of 5
Paseo Republica Argentina, 4, San Sebastián, Gipuzkoa
The price is NZ$1,368 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
NZ$1,368
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in San Sebastián. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (771 reviews)
"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!!"

Reviewed on 3 Jun. 2025

Hotel Maria Cristina, a Luxury Collection Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Aiete

Maria Cristina Bridge featuring a bridge, a river or creek and a city

San Sebastián Centro

4.5/5(38 area reviews)

San Sebastián Centro is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Cathedral of the Good Shepherd and Concha Beach.

San Sebastián Centro
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Amara

If you're spending some time in Amara, Reale Arena and Parque Aiete are top sights worth seeing.

Amara
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Miramon

If you're spending some time in Miramon, San Sebastian Technology Park and Eureka! Science Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Miramon
Miramar Palace which includes flowers, a coastal town and general coastal views

Antiguo

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

Antiguo is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Ondarreta Beach and Concha Promenade while you're in town.

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Ibaeta

When in Ibaeta, you can plan a visit to Ondarreta Beach and Concha Promenade, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Ibaeta
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Añorga

Though Añorga may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Chillida-Leku Museum and San Sebastian Technology Park.

Añorga

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