Historic Hotels & Resorts in San Sebastián from NZ$135

A trip to the sights with historical relevance in San Sebastián is likely on top of your sightseeing list. You’ll likely want to savour the charming cafes and top-notch restaurants during your visit. You can also take some time in this walkable area to enjoy the scenic seaside.

Based on our travel expertise, Hotel Maria Cristina, a Luxury Collection Hotel is a top historic hotel bookable on our site and it features pillowtop beds. Maria Cristina Bridge is a short walk away.

In San Sebastián, you’ll find 719 hotels bookable on Expedia, including 2 historic hotels or hotels close to historic sites.

San Sebastián is notable for landmarks like San Telmo Museum, Cathedral of the Good Shepherd and Maria Cristina Bridge. Cultural venues include Kursaal Congress Centre and Auditorium, Tabakalera Donostia and Victoria Eugenia Theater. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Plaza de La Constitucion and San Sebastian City Hall.

Guests who book a historic hotel can spend a night or two in a building that has an officially recognised national historic designation. A stately home, palace or even a lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel provided that it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are typically preserved in the public spaces and guestrooms of these historic hotels in San Sebastián, giving a historical feel.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The physical building and architecture of historic hotels tend to be the most significant aspect. For a heritage hotel, it’s mainly the cultural value as well as how it shaped the community.

Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you expect to find, but every effort is made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, free WiFi and the usual amenities found in any hotel will be available in a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in San Sebastián, don’t worry that you’ll find yourself staying at a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.