Loiola Travel Guide

San Sebastián

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Popular places to visit

Concha Promenade which includes general coastal views, a beach 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

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 showing general coastal views, landscape views and a coastal town

Monte Igueldo

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 featuring a square or plaza, night scenes 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 showing general coastal views and a coastal town

Miramar Palace

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
Basque Culinary Center

Basque Culinary Center

Explore the campus of Basque Culinary Center during your trip to San Sebastián. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Basque Culinary Center

Things to do

Aerial view of a church in Spain

The Basque Country Full-Day Tour

£65
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

£95
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

£14
per adult
Donostia - San Sebastián City Tour Bus, Hop On - Hop Off
Saint-Jean-de-Luz, Basque country: Boat tour along the Coast

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

£68
per adult
Saint-Jean-de-Luz, Basque country: Boat tour along the Coast
San Sebastian Pintxo Food, Wine & Market Foodie Tou

San Sebastian Pintxo Food, Wine & Market Foodie Tour(Small Group)

£120
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
San Sebastian Pintxo Food, Wine & Market Foodie Tour(Small Group)
PINTXOS in San Sebastian - Private Gastronomic and Cultural Adventure

Pintxos in San Sebastian Private Gastronomic & Cultural Adventure

£186
per adult
Pintxos in San Sebastian Private Gastronomic & Cultural Adventure
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Top hotels in Loiola

Uba Hostel

Uba Hostel

2 out of 5
Camino de Uba, 43, Donostia, San Sebastián, Guipuzcoa
Stay at this hostel in San Sebastián. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Concha Beach and Reale Arena are located ...
7.4/10 Good! (25 reviews)
"Nice hostel but too far from the centre. No towels, no soap. When you are coming by plane and when you have only a backpack, you don't want to bring towels and soap. Apart from that, nice room, private bathroom."

Reviewed on 29 May 2025

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The Social Hub San Sebastián

The Social Hub San Sebastián

3 out of 5
Otamendi Anaiak Kalea, San Sebastián, Gipuzkoa
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £71 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
£71
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in San Sebastián. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Concha Beach and Cristina Enea Park ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (249 reviews)
"We had an amazing time at the Social Hub. From the moment we arrived we felt relaxed and looked after. The pool was amazing and facilities, like the laundry room, were so useful. Only a short walk away from the city centre, I would recommend this hotel to anyone looking for somewhere to stay in San ..."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

The Social Hub San Sebastián
Hotel Silken Amara Plaza

Hotel Silken Amara Plaza

4 out of 5
Plaza Pio XII, 7, San Sebastián, Gipuzkoa
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £113 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
£113
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Sebastián. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Concha Beach and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (992 reviews)
"A very comfortable hotel with friendly staff, pleasant rooms and good facilities. Excellent art display in communal areas, decent gym and great breakfast. It has it's own parking, which is very useful in high season, though it does cost 21 Euros a day... The heat in August 2025 put a strain on an ..."

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

Hotel Silken Amara Plaza
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 £592 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
£592
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in San Sebastián. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (781 reviews)
"Beauty and location. Good breakfast. Although the coffee was always cold to my taste. Very comfortable bed. Central location"

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Hotel Maria Cristina, a Luxury Collection Hotel
Axel Hotel San Sebastián - Adults Only

Axel Hotel San Sebastián - Adults Only

4 out of 5
Calle Amara 26, San Sebastián
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £180 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
£180
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in San Sebastián. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (565 reviews)
Top class hotel
"Very clean and comfortable hotel, with helpful and friendly staff."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Axel Hotel San Sebastián - Adults Only
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 £116 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
£116
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in San Sebastián. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (526 reviews)
"Brilliant hotel. The service was 100%"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Leonardo Hotel San Sebastián
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Other neighbourhoods around Loiola

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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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Intxaurrondo

While there might not be top attractions in Intxaurrondo, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Reale Arena and Kursaal Congress Centre and Auditorium.

Intxaurrondo
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Egia

4/5(10 area reviews)

Bars, river views and historical sites highlight some of the notable features of Egia. Make a stop by Tabakalera Donostia while you're exploring.

Egia
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Ulia

Though Ulia may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Kursaal Congress Centre and Auditorium and Zurriola Beach.

Ulia
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Ategorrieta

Though Ategorrieta may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Kursaal Congress Centre and Auditorium and Zurriola Beach.

Ategorrieta
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Mirakruz

When in Mirakruz, you can plan a visit to Kursaal Congress Centre and Auditorium and Zurriola Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Mirakruz

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