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Axel Hotel San Sebastián

  • Price€140–€380/night (~$161–$437)
  • CategoryMid Range

Axel Hotel San Sebastián is a four-star hotel at Amara kalea 26 in the Centro district of San Sebastián (Donostia), Gipuzkoa, Spain. It is the San Sebastián branch of the Axel hotel brand, and the coordinates place it about 1.1 km in a straight line from the Parte Vieja.

Axel Hotel San Sebastián is at Amara kalea 26 in Centro, San Sebastián. It is the San Sebastián branch of the Axel hotel brand, in the Centro district. It is about 1.1 km in a straight line from the Parte Vieja.

Axel Hotel San Sebastián is a four-star hotel at Amara kalea 26 in the Centro district of San Sebastián (Donostia), Gipuzkoa, Spain. It is the San Sebastián branch of the Axel hotel brand, and the coordinates place it about 1.1 km in a straight line from the Parte Vieja. The address is on Amara street, on the Centro side of the city near the Urumea river and the railway area, within a walk of about 15 minutes of the old town and the Boulevard.

The Axel brand is known in Spain for its design-led, contemporary approach to city hotels, though specific details of the San Sebastián property's interiors and facilities are not confirmed in available sources. What is listed is a four-star classification, double, twin and single rooms with private bathrooms, and a staffed reception. Rates of roughly €140 to €380 per night reflect the mid-range tier, rising during August and the September film festival.

The location suits visitors who want a practical base between the city's main sights. The Parte Vieja, with its pintxo bars on streets such as Fermín Calbetón, is within walking distance, as are the Bretxa market and the Boulevard. La Concha beach lies roughly a 20 to 25 minute walk away along the bay, and the Urumea riverfront leads toward the Kursaal and Zurriola beach.

The service profile is that of a city hotel for couples, friends and independent travellers who plan to spend most of the day outside. Guests with specific requirements such as parking, a restaurant, a bar or a fitness area should check the hotel website, since these are not confirmed here.

San Sebastián is compact, and the central position makes the hotel useful for those arriving by train or bus. Day trips to Hondarribia, Getaria, Pasaia or Biarritz and Bayonne in France are straightforward from the nearby stations, and the hotel's Centro setting avoids the premium paid in the old town itself.

Practical information for Axel Hotel San Sebastián · Last updated September 2026
Price €140–€380/night (~$161–$437)
Address Amara kalea 26, 20006 Donostia-San Sebastián, Gipuzkoa, Spain

Room types

  • Double room
  • Twin room
  • Single room

Amenities

  • 4-star classification
  • Centro location
  • Private bathrooms
  • Staffed reception

Location

Amara kalea 26, 20006 Donostia-San Sebastián, Gipuzkoa, Spain

43.3139, -1.9848 View on map

Highlights

  • Four-star branch of the Axel hotel brand on Amara kalea
  • About 1.1 km from the Parte Vieja
  • Walkable to the Boulevard, Bretxa market and pintxo bars
  • Double, twin and single rooms with private bathrooms

Tips for visiting

  • Confirm facilities such as parking and breakfast with the hotel, as they are not listed.
  • Walk along the bay to reach La Concha in roughly 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Reserve early for August and the September film festival.
  • Use the nearby stations for day trips along the Basque coast.

When to visit

Spring and early autumn are comfortable for walking; August and the film festival in September bring the highest rates.

Accessibility

Accessibility details are not confirmed in available sources. Guests with mobility needs should contact the hotel before booking.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Axel Hotel San Sebastián?

At Amara kalea 26 in the Centro district, about 1.1 km from the Parte Vieja.

What star rating does it have?

It is listed as a four-star hotel.

Is it close to the beach?

La Concha beach is roughly a 20 to 25 minute walk, and Zurriola beach is similarly close.

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