Welcome to Hotel Maria Cristina, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Sebastian
Defining Elegance in San Sebastian since 1912
Since it opened in 1912, Hotel Maria Cristina, a Luxury Collection Hotel has been intimately linked to the history and cultural life of San Sebastian. In the late 19th century the seaside town on the southern point of the Bay of Biscay became a favorite destination for royalty and aristocrats who came to enjoy the sunshine and newly recognized therapeutic properties of sea bathing. A traditional afternoon stroll along the boardwalk offered an opportunity to see and be seen while the many cafés and open-air terraces were filled with high society. San Sebastian had passed from being a sleepy fishing village into a thriving cosmopolitan town requiring luxurious, modern facilities to meet the demands of its discerning guests. The majestic design of the hotel by architect Charles Mewes, the man responsible for the Ritz in Madrid and Paris, combined with the property’s enviable river setting and sea views, resulted in it immediately becoming the favored accommodation for international high society.
Rooms & Suites
San Sebastian Suites
The 29 luxury suites at the exclusive Hotel Maria Cristina, are designed in a Belle Époque architecture which provides guests with maximum comfort. The suites’ contemporary decoration, with marble fireplaces, glass lamps and velvet turquoise arm chairs, come together with shades of grey, beige and green to give the rooms an exquisite elegance.
Maria Cristina Breakfast
The tempting selection includes fresh fruit, Basque cheeses, smoked salmon and a wide variety of hot dishes. All bread, cakes and fruit pastries are baked in-house each morning.
Dry Bar San Sebastián
Dry Bar is a sophisticated space where you can enjoy afternoon tea, classic and signature cocktails, and a wide variety of traditional Spanish tapas or main courses.
Café Saigón
Café Saigón is a unique space, with spectacular views over the historic Victoria Eugenia Theatre, offering a famed Asian menu, with specialties from Indochina, Japan or Vietnam amongst others.
Our Heritage
Since it opened in 1912 the 139-room Hotel Maria Cristina has been intimately linked to the history and cultural life of San Sebastian. In the late 19th century the seaside town on the southern point of the Bay of Biscay became a favorite destination for royalty and aristocrats who came to enjoy the sunshine and newly recognized therapeutic properties of sea bathing. A traditional afternoon stroll along the boardwalk offered an opportunity to see and be seen while the many cafés and open-air terraces were filled with high society.
In the late 19th century the seaside town on the southern point of the Bay of Biscay became a favorite destination for royalty and aristocrats who came to enjoy the sunshine and newly recognized therapeutic properties of sea bathing. A traditional afternoon stroll along the boardwalk offered an opportunity to see and be seen while the many cafés and open-air terraces were filled with high society.
San Sebastian had passed from being a sleepy fishing village into a thriving cosmopolitan town requiring luxurious, modern facilities to meet the demands of its discerning guests.
Serendipitously this urban blossoming occurred at the height of the Belle Époque era, and today the majority of buildings flanking the famed La Concha beach, including the city hall, Victoria Eugenia Theater and the Hotel Maria Cristina, are constructed in this style. The majestic design of the hotel by architect Charles Mewes, the man responsible for the Ritz in Madrid and Paris, combined with the property’s enviable river setting and sea views, resulted in it immediately becoming the favored accommodation for international high society.
In July 1912 the hotel’s namesake, Spain’s regent Maria Cristina, was the first person to cross the threshold.
Over 40 years later, with the inauguration of the San Sebastian Film Festival in 1953, the hotel was still attracting big names - screen stars like Elizabeth Taylor, Bette Davis, Woody Allen, Julia Roberts, Richard Gere, Brad Pitt and Susan Sarandon.
Weddings
Luxury Collection service and the exclusive care of every last detail make the Hotel Maria Cristina the perfect choice to enjoy a unique experience, exceeding your expectations and those of your guests. Its spacious and elegant banqueting rooms with magnificent views from their terraces, its renowned cuisine, the attentive customer service and a tempting selection of menus are details that both the bride, groom and family members will appreciate as exclusive.
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GETTING HERE
Hotel Maria Cristina, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Sebastian
Paseo Republica Argentina, 4, San Sebastian, Spain, 20004
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WHAT TO EXPECT
Plan and Prepare for your Stay
The Luxury Collection Concierge
Once a guest has arrived at Hotel Maria Cristina, our concierge team stands ready to be of service seven days a week, 24 hours a day, dedicated to ensuring that each guest is able to unlock the very best of San Sebastian. Our concierge is a bilingual, certified destination expert, proudly wearing the “Les Clefs d’Or,” the gilt insignia of the celebrated international concierge society, and eager to reveal the secret treasures of their city, region, or island. Whether organizing airport transfer, babysitting services or in-room floral arrangements, our concierge is delighted to coordinate all details of your stay in San Sebastian.
The Luxury Collection Concierge
Our around-the-clock concierge is eager to make each guest's stay original and effortless. Each member of the concierge staff is equipped and available to fulfill destination desires.
Once a guest has arrived at Hotel Maria Cristina, our concierge team stands ready to be of service seven days a week, 24 hours a day, dedicated to ensuring that each guest is able to unlock the very best of San Sebastian. Our concierge is a bilingual, certified destination expert, proudly wearing the “Les Clefs d’Or,” the gilt insignia of the celebrated international concierge society, and eager to reveal the secret treasures of their city, region, or island.
Whether organizing airport transfer, babysitting services or in-room floral arrangements, our concierge is delighted to coordinate all details of your stay in San Sebastian.
Our concierge recommends the following as top activities:
Chillida Leku: This space is a culmination of one of the artist’s lifelong dreams, to create a permanent display space for his work.
El Peine de los Vientos: An incomparable stop at the foot of Mount Igeldo.
Walking Around: A simple stroll around San Sebastian, referred to as the pearl of the Cantabric Sea, is unforgettable.
The Old Quarter: The perfect place for authentic shopping, this area is also home to the best bars, which serve the city’s famous "Pintxos", small portions of food particular to Basque Country.
Surrounding Area: The nearby towns of Getaria, Pasajes San Juan, and Fuenterrabia are exceptional cultural excursions, as are the French towns San Juan De Luz, Biarritz, and Hendaya.
Contact Details:
Phone number: +34 943 43 76 00
email: mariacristina.concierge@luxurycollection.com
Property Details
Daily Housekeeping
Turndown Service
Bicycle Rental
Gift Shop
Laundry
Room Service
Wake up Calls
Service Request
Check-in: 3:00 pm
Check-out: 12:00 pm
Smoke Free Property
Pets Welcome.
1 Dog per room-Not allowed in F&B area.15kg max. Vaccination certificate needed.
Non-Refundable Pet Fee Per Stay: €100
Non-Refundable Pet Fee Per Night: €100
Maximum Pet Weight: 15kgs
Maximum Number of Pets in Room: 1
Daily: €49.78
Daily: €49.78
Accepts: Credit Cards
Concierge desk service
Languages spoken by staff:
Spanish, English, French, Basque
For more information about the physical features of our accessible rooms, common areas or special services relating to a specific disability please call +34 943-437600
Accessible on-site parking
Service Animals are Welcome
Valet parking for vehicles outfitted for drivers in wheelchairs
Van Accessible on-site parking
Entrance to On-Site Business Center is Accessible
Entrance to On-Site Fitness Center is Accessible
Main Entrance is Accessible
Meeting Spaces are Accessible
On-Site Restaurants are Accessible
Accessible Vanities
Adjustable Height Hand-Held Shower Wand
Alarm Clock Telephone Ringers
Bathtub Grab Rails
Bathtub Seat
Closed Caption TV
Deadbolts on Guest Room and Suites Doors
Electronic Room Key
Flashing Door Knockers
Guest Room and Suites Doors Self-Closing
Hearing Accessible Rooms and/or Kits
Lever Handles on Guest Room Doors
Mobility accessible rooms
Non-slip Grab Rails in the Bathroom
Roll-in Shower
Room Windows Open
Safety Chains and/or Latches on Guest Doors
Secondary Locks on Room Windows
TTY/TTD Compatible
Toilet Seat at Wheelchair Height - Toilet for Disabled
Transfer Showers in Guest Rooms
Viewports in Guest Room and Suites Doors
TripAdvisor GreenLeaders Certified
Carbon Footprint: 20.86 kg per room night
Water Footprint: 552.84 liters per room night
Electric car charging
