There are numerous places in Spain that make for a wonderful city break, but San Sebastián is one of the finest. Home to the most Michelin stars per square metre in Europe, it’s especially popular with foodies. As well as fine dining, you’ll also find a thriving pintxos culture – the Basque Country’s version of tapas. After all that mouthwatering food, you’ll need somewhere to sleep it off and rejuvenate. Take a look at the best San Sebastián hotel alternatives with a pool hand-picked by our travel experts at Plum Guide.
Tranquility In The City
Tranquility in the City, Plum Guide home in San Sebastián
Thanks to its central location, this apartment is the ideal base for exploring all that San Sebastián has to offer. The Old Town is just a twenty-minute walk away, while the sands of Playa de la Concha are reachable in ten. When you’re not busy pintxos bar hopping or sunbathing on the beach, the apartment is a great place to relax. It really lives up to its name, providing a tranquil space to unwind amongst chic interiors. The open-plan kitchen and lounge are great for socialising with friends and family – open the floor-to-ceiling windows to let a cool breeze in while you chill out on the sofa or enjoy cold drinks on the balcony. The building is also home to a communal swimming pool and gym and if you feel you’ve overdone it on the pintxos.
Go Easy
Go Easy, Plum Guide home in San Sebastián
Searching for family-friendly hotel alternatives with a pool in San Sebastián? This three-bedroom home on the outskirts of the city is a fantastic place to stay with the kids. The interiors are bright and modern, with all the home comforts you need. Outside is a large terrace perfect for soaking up the Spanish sunshine and a lawn for little ones to play on. Spend the day relaxing in the garden, swimming in the semi-outdoor pool and tucking into barbecue lunches on the balcony. Don’t fancy cooking? As you’re in one of the greatest foodie cities in Europe, you may as well make the most of the Old Town’s restaurants, just a seventeen-minute drive away. And if you feel like a beach day, Playa de la Concha is reachable in thirteen.
Villa Ligera
Villa Ligera, Plum Guide home in San Sebastián
Just a fifteen-minute drive to the Old Town, this contemporary home is a great choice for those who want to be in peaceful surroundings but still near enough to the city. With six bedrooms, we think it would suit two families or a large group of friends, making this one of our largest San Sebastián hotel alternatives with a pool. The bright and airy interiors offer tons of space to socialise, whether you’re gathered around the kitchen island or getting competitive with pool and ping-pong down in the games room. Meanwhile, the garden is perfect for sunbathing and cooling off in your private pool. You’ll want to laze around out here all day, curling up with a book in the shade and sipping cocktails on the deck, admiring the views of the surrounding greenery and the city in the distance. Before you call it a day, make sure to indulge in a pamper session in the main bedroom’s Jacuzzi.
Sliding Serenity
Sliding Serenity, Plum Guide home in San Sebastián
Just a ten-minute drive from San Sebastian Airport, this is one of the best hotel alternatives in San Sebastian with a pool as you can be off the plane and on the loungers in no time. Despite its traditional facade, the interiors are elegant and modern, with sleek parquet floors, marble countertops and chic lighting. There are four spacious bedrooms to choose from, including a dedicated room for little ones. You’ll find plenty of things to do nearby, from teeing off at the Real Golf Club of San Sebastián to taking on the various hiking trails such as Akarregi Arraila. For food and culture, the Old Town is just twenty-five minutes by car. After a day of exploring, come home for a quick dip in the pool before getting cosy by the fireplace in the lounge – this is a lovely spot to catch up with friends and family at the end of the day.
A Touch Of Blush
A Touch of Blush, Plum Guide home in San Sebastián
It’s not easy to find apartments catering to large groups, so we simply had to include this stylish pad on our list of San Sebastián hotel alternatives with a pool. Four generous bedrooms are ideal for a group of eight friends. Hang out in the spacious lounge, play board games around the dining table and cook your favourite meals together in the kitchen. There’s even a wraparound terrace for sunbathing sessions, alfresco lunches and sundowners, as well as an outdoor communal pool. Located in the Antiguo neighbourhood, you’re just a twenty-minute walk from the city centre, but there are also regular bus services if you don’t feel like walking. For swimming and watersports, Ondarreta Beach is less than ten minutes on foot.
