Parma HotelvsHotel Maria Cristina, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Sebastian
Both properties are rated very highly by writers. Overall, Hotel Maria Cristina, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Sebastian scores significantly better than Parma Hotel. Hotel Maria Cristina, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Sebastian scores 93 with accolades from 13 publications such as Lonely Planet, Hideaway Report and Frommer's.
Parma Hotel
Paseo de Salamanca, 10, 20003 Donostia-San Sebastian
From $62/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Dry Cleaning
- Air Conditioning
Fodor's
"Overlooking the Kursaal concert hall and the Zurriola beach...this small but bright new hotel is also at the edge of the Parte Vieja, San Sebastián's prime grazing area for tapas and vinos." Full review
Rough Guide
"It would be hard to pick a better location, poised at the edge of the old town, and handy for the beach; the one snag is it can be noisy at night... Friendly and helpful staff make a big difference."
Oyster
Budget
"The two-pearl Parma Hotel has 27 rooms and is a fair option for budget travelers whose priorities are being close to the beach and great restaurants." Full review
The Telegraph
7.0
"Although the 26 rooms are basic, the Zurriola beach views are most definitely not. The location makes this hotel excellent value." Full review
Hotel Maria Cristina, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Sebastian Show All Reviews
Paseo Republica Argentina, 4, E-20004 Donostia-San Sebastian
From $196/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Concierge
"Designed in 1912 by the same architect as the Ritz hotels in London and Paris, this ornate hotel caters to those that love old-school pomp and pampering."
Fodor's
"The graceful beauty of the Belle Epoque is embodied here, in San Sebastián's most luxurious hotel, which sits on the elegant west bank of the Urumea River." Full review
Frommer's
"This spectacular Belle Epoque hotel sits in the heart of town midway between the bay and Río Urumea." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
99.6
"In the center of town, along the Urumea River and a hop from sandy beaches, this Belle Époque hotel has "pretty rooms" dressed up in pastels and wood." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Experience all the glamour and elegance of a bygone era, in one of Europe’s most elegant seaside resorts." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"It was designed by the architect of the London and Paris Ritz hotels and is decorated in belle époque style."
Rough Guide
"Landmark hotel, dominating the rivermouth near the edge of the old town, that’s the epicentre of September’s film festival."
Afar Magazine
"Inaugurated in 1912 by its namesake, the Spanish regent Maria Cristina, this belle epoque landmark has welcomed international elite to its gilded halls from day one." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"The grande dame of San Sebastián hotels, designed by Charles Mewes, it has managed to retain its belle époque glamour while adding a few contemporary essentials." Full review
Hideaway Report
92.0
"Handsome and formal 1912 building designed by Charles Mewès, the architect of the Ritz Hotels in London and Paris, set on the bank of the Urumea River across from the opera house." Full review