Offering a terrace and spa center, Akelarre is located in San Sebastián, 3.1 mi from Calle Mayor. There are 2 restaurants on site and one of them is awarded with 3 Michelin stars. Free private parking is available on site. Each room at this hotel has sea view and is air conditioned and has a flat-screen TV. Some rooms have a seating area where you can relax. All rooms come with a private bathroom fitted with a bath. Extras include bathrobes and slippers. Free WiFi is provided. The suites include a walk-in closet and a private pool. The Wellness & Spa center includes a pool with hydrotherapy circuit, Turkish bath, sauna and 3 cabins for treatments. Other facilities include a wine cellar offering wine tasting for a surcharge. The hotel also offers car hire. Victoria Eugenia Theater is 3.1 mi from Akelarre, while Kursaal is 3.1 mi from the property. San Sebastián Airport is 13 mi away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Relais & Châteaux
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Breakfast Info

Continental, American

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
1 king bed
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2 twin beds
2 twin beds
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1 king bed
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Sustainability
This property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.

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    EU Ecolabel
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
8.4
Location
9.3
Free Wifi
9.4
High score for San Sebastián

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Carlos
    United States United States
    restaurant personnel were extremely helpful and knowledgeable about the food. the Mixologists at the outdoor bar are truly artists. The concierge was very responsive and extremely helpful. The front desk staff was very professional and...
  • Kathleen
    United States United States
    Food was amazing as well as the location and long distance water views.
  • Anonymous
    United States United States
    The hotel is exceptional in its design and interiors. Service was impeccable. Hotel setting above the sea was quiet and peaceful.
  • Nancy
    United States United States
    Totally amazing location with open views of sea from everywhere! Nature surrounds you at each turn as does the creative cuisine
  • Claire
    United States United States
    Our room was beautiful, the size, comfort, sleek design, size of the walk in closet and luxurious bathroom were all above what I expected. We had a stunning view to the sea. Breakfast was a highlight of our day - the staff was so attentive and the...
  • Eduard
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Location, excellent service and Akkelare restaurant
  • Susan
    Canada Canada
    Absolutely amazing property on the hill with great view Staff was great. Spa wonderful. Restaurant top notch. Breakfast biggest selection we have EVER had. Sunset spot.
  • Laurens
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Architecture of the building Very friendly staff! They will help you with everything . Beautiful food.
  • Gérard
    Belgium Belgium
    The hotel is absolutely magnificent with an amazing design and a breathtaking view. The rooms are spacious, comfortable, with a state of the art finish, and also offering the unique view on the garden and the sea. A sheer pleasure! The staff is...
  • Julie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The spacious room, sea view, comfortable bed and peacefulness

Hotel area info

Restaurants
2 Restaurants On Site

  • Akelarre - 3* Michelin Starred Restaurant - Menú Degustación
    • Cuisine
      Local
  • Oteiza
    • Cuisine
      Spanish
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Amenities of Akelarre - Relais & Châteaux
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Spa
  • Free Wifi
  • 2 restaurants
  • Fitness center
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Walk-in closet
  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

View

  • Sea view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Living Area

  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
  • Pay-per-view channels

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Valet parking
  • Parking garage
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking

Front Desk Services

  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk

Cleaning Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe

General

  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Wake-up service
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Soundproof
  • Private entrance
  • Car rental
  • Laptop safe
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Entire unit located on ground floor

Spa

  • Locker rooms
  • Fitness
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Steam room
  • Spa facilities
  • Body wrap
  • Body treatments
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty services
  • Turkish/Steam Bath
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish
  • French

House rules
Akelarre - Relais & Châteaux takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Please note that an accommodations reservation does not guarantee the reservation at the 3-starred Akelarre restaurant.

Please note that the Akelarre restaurant is closed on the following days:

- Sunday evenings, Mondays and Tuesdays from March until June, and from October until December.

- Sunday evenings and Mondays from July until September.

- From 22 until 31 December.

License number: 2017RTE00138561

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Akelarre - Relais & Châteaux of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about Akelarre - Relais & Châteaux