Hotel Maria Cristina, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San SebastianvsArtea Narrika
Both Hotel Maria Cristina, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Sebastian and Pension Artea Narrika are rated very highly by professional travelers. Overall, Hotel Maria Cristina, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Sebastian ranks significantly better than Pension Artea Narrika. Hotel Maria Cristina, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Sebastian has a TripExpert Score of 93 with approval from 13 publications including Oyster, Fodor's and DK Eyewitness.
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
Artea Narrika
C/ Narrica, 3 - 1 B, 20003 Donostia-San Sebastian
From $38/night
- Baggage storage
- Street parking
The Telegraph
8.0
"This 13-room pension guesthouse’s star qualities are the fab location on the Boulevard and the owner’s attentive service." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Recently renovated, this place doesn't look like much from the outside, but actually offers some of the nicer, and better value, beds in the old town." Full review