Hotel Maria Cristina San Sebastian Spain

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Since opening in 1912, the restored Hotel Maria Cristina, a Luxury Collection Hotel, has been closely linked to the history and cultural life of San Sebastian. Located in San Sebastian's historic city center and overlooking the Urumea River, it is surrounded by gardens and promenades, just a short walk from white sandy beaches. Discover San Sebastian - Internationally recognized for its delicious gastronomic offerings, fascinating culture, superb beaches, and legendary International Film Festival. San Sebastian is synonymous with charm and sophistication.

Many visitors come to dine in its Michelin-starred restaurants - there are no less than six of these bearing one, two, or three of the coveted culinary stars in the city center. Extend the radius to 50 kilometers, and the total number of Michelin awards rockets to 17. At the Hotel Maria Cristina, the concierge can assist with hard-to-get restaurant reservations and offer great tips for more casual dining. In the historic heart of San Sebastian, you’ll find a large number of traditional bars serving up the Basque Country’s famed pintxos - local specialties, similar to tapas. Choose from dozens of varieties, featuring prawns, lobster, fried fish, Spanish omelet, or chorizo. Spain’s excellent wines, particularly the local vintages, are the perfect accompaniment to the food and lively atmosphere.

Make sure you find time to wander the gentle tangle of streets to discover the town’s rich history before emerging onto the lush garden boardwalk framing the famed La Concha beach. There are also alfresco cafés, children’s play areas, and a vintage carousel to enjoy. Allow the sea to entice you and take a dip before spreading your towel on the golden sand to catch some rays.

Every September, San Sebastian becomes the hottest destination on the planet as famous faces from around the globe jet in for the city’s international film festival. For eight action-packed days, the city is abuzz with movie stars and film aficionados who flock to this corner of Spain to sample the latest screen offerings.

Rooms & Suites - Numerous in-room amenities have been carefully selected to provide the guests with an unmatched degree of ease. Each room is spacious, authentic, and elegant, offering the singular opportunity to experience San Sebastian's culture truly. All rooms are equipped with a satellite TV, High-Speed Internet Access and Wi-Fi, telephone with voicemail, self-service mini bar, and safe box. Bathrooms are distinguished by characteristic Pyrenees marble and equipped with hairdryers, heated towel rails, and signature Luxury Collection bath amenities. Standard room amenities are found in all guest rooms unless otherwise stated. Please note any requests when making a reservation cannot guarantee requests until check-in. Fees on certain amenities may apply. The smoke-free guest rooms will enrich your next stay at this Luxury Collection hotel.

Dining - Looking out over the Urumea River and Victoria Eugenia Theater, Hotel Maria Cristina’s restaurant outlets offer top-tier service in an enchanting atmosphere. Around the town, the colorful flavors of Basque cuisine waft through the stone streets. In reverence to the region’s fresh flavors, restaurants combine their seasonal á la carte menus, crafted according to daily market produce - with classic fresh fish and meat dishes. A gastronomic paradise, the 16 Michelin starred city offers fine dining and local cuisine, including renowned carveries and cider houses. The celebrated specialty, pintxos: small portions of food served at bars for tapas or snacks. To taste them in their authentic environs, head to San Sebastian´s Casco Viejo. The concierge is pleased to assist with restaurant recommendations and reservations.

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