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15 Avenida Pio Baroja, 20008 San Sebastian - Donostia, Spain
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Barcelo Costa Vasca
4.0 of 5 stars 302 Reviews
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Bromsgrove, United Kingdom
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53 reviews 53 reviews
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30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
“OK hotel in food heaven.”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 January 2012
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Some years ago our daughter spent sometime in San Sebastian as part of a student exchange, she thought it might be worthy of a visit by the oldies. I had not spent much time in Northern Spain and decided it was time for a change, the Basque reputation for food also helped.

The hotel is located not too far from Ondarreta beach, the walk back after an evening's entertainment can be tricky- it is a little uphill, it is ok in flatter shoes!!! It is a reasonable walk to the Parte Vieja with its mass of tapas bars, about 25 minutes going, coming back depends on the cider.

Externally, the hotel looks like an apartment building,initially I thought I was in the wrong place.Check in was ok, staff were not over friendly. Our room was snug but had a balcony which was most welcome. The room was modern, the bed was firm and the bathroom whilst small was clean and had the hairdryer!!!!

We had an issue during first night with the air condtioning, it warmed rather than cooled after a night on the local cider this meant no sleep and next morning after some debate and a visit from hotel maintenace we were moved.I did feel they could of handle things better, maybe my grumpyness and dodgy Spanish didn't help.

There was a large public area with a pool table and a bar, the staff in this area were exceptionally friendly and helpful.

Overall, air con aside, we enjoyed our time in San Sebastian, it is a city well worth visiting patricularly for the food from the humble tapa to the best michelin starred food it is exceptional.

  • Stayed August 2011, travelled with family
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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Lisbon, Portugal
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Good choice”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 November 2011
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Good, modern hotel, with clean and functional rooms. Location is a bit away from the center (25min walking distance), but the hotel was worth the walk.

  • Stayed November 2011, travelled with friends
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 2 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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New York City, New York
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“Slamming Doors all Night”
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 November 2011

The hotel was clean and I had free WiFi but the slamming doors all night made sleep almost impossible. I didn't mind the walk into San Sebastian and the staff was very helpful but I couldn't sleep. I would never recommend this hotel to anyone. Also, the room was very hot and the air conditioning was turned off for the season. I couldn't open the door to the balcony because it smelled like a sewer outside.

  • Stayed November 2011, travelled solo
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 2 of 5 stars Location
    • 1 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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London
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11 reviews 11 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Nice, clean and comfortable stay”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 November 2011

I stayed here on a business trip in July and my room was great, lots of space and extra seats and balcony. The bed was very comfortable and big and I also had a safe in the room which was very useful. The room was very clean and the hotel staff were all very helpful and friendly. I had the breakfast twice and was really happy with the quality and quantity of food available including fresh fruit, croissants and other pastries as well as all the other continental meats and eggs.
The only small thing that was annoying was the aircon in the room didn't seem to get lower, however long I left it on a low temperature. Could have done with a boost, although I didn't think it was important enough to mention to the staff.

Room Tip: Ask for a room with a balcony, was really nice to sit out and have a drink in the afternoon.
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  • Stayed July 2011, travelled on business
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Cebu, Philippines
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
“Friendly staff and quiet neighborhood”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 November 2011

Staff were very attentive and friendly. Free wifi in the entire hotel, and this worked very well. The hotel is quite removed from the city center where all the action happens, so be prepared. Walking back is an uphill struggle. The neighborhood is tranquil and, if you have a vehicle, makes for an ideal place of rest after a hectic day or night of eating in the casco viejo. Parking is a reasonable 15€/24 hours. If you want some beach action this is not too far, although you will still have to walk back up the considerable hill to the hotel.

Stayed October 2011, travelled as a couple
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Address: 15 Avenida Pio Baroja, 20008 San Sebastian - Donostia, Spain
Price range (per night):* INR5,780 - 13,339

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