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Pension AltairvsHotel Maria Cristina, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Sebastian
Both Pension Altair and Hotel Maria Cristina, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Sebastian are recommended by expert writers. Overall, Hotel Maria Cristina, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Sebastian ranks significantly better than Pension Altair. Hotel Maria Cristina, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Sebastian has a TripExpert Score of 93 with approval from 13 publications including The Telegraph, Condé Nast Traveler and Afar Magazine.
Pension Altair
The Telegraph
Lonely Planet
Padre Larroca n. 3 Entlo. Dr., 20001 Donostia-San Sebastian
From $43/night
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Multilingual
- Air Conditioning
- Fax / photocopying
- Baggage storage
The Telegraph8.0
"This two-star pensión in the increasingly popular Gros neighbourhood boasts fresh, clean rooms with modern character and with an emphasis on comfort." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"This pensión is in a beautifully restored town house, with unusual church-worthy arched windows and modern, minimalist rooms that are a world away from the fusty decor of the old-town pensiones." Full review
Hotel Maria Cristina, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Sebastian
Concierge
Fodor's
Frommer's
Condé Nast Traveler
Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
Afar Magazine The Telegraph
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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 Traveler99.6
"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 Telegraph9.0
"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 Report92.0
"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
