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Akelarre - Relais & Châteaux

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Luxury
5.0 star property
9.6

Exceptional

Modern elegance by the Bay of Biscay

Ultra-modern design and fantastic architecture frame breathtaking views over the Bay of Biscay. Savor exquisite dishes at the Michelin three-star restaurant or unwind with a cocktail as the sun sets over the ocean.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Gym

Room options

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Double Horizon | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Double Horizon

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Plasma TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Pillow menu
  • 50 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Panoramic Deluxe | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Panoramic Deluxe

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Plasma TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Pillow menu
  • 60 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Akelarre Ocean Suite | Room amenity

Akelarre Ocean Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private pool
Air conditioning
Heating
Plasma TV
Pillow menu
Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Private pool
Soundproofed rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 100 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
Padre Orcolaga, 56, San Sebastián, 20008

What's nearby

  • Monte Igueldo - 6 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Concha Promenade - 7 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Miramar Palace - 7 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Reale Arena - 10 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Donostia-San Sebastian Aquarium - 18 min drive - 4.5 miles

Getting around

  • San Sebastian Amara Station - 18 min drive
  • Bilbao Airport (BIO) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Tximistarri - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Alaia - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Asador Portuetxe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bar Campus - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Somos - Coffee & Bakery - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Akelarre - Relais & Châteaux

Luxury hotel near Concha Beach
Consider a stay at Akelarre - Relais & Châteaux and take advantage of free full breakfast, an attached winery, and a rooftop terrace. Indulge in a facial, a body treatment, and a massage at the onsite spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, and a Michelin star rated meal. In addition to a garden and a library, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and massage treatment rooms
  • An elevator, luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at Akelarre - Relais & Châteaux offer comforts such as furnished balconies and pillow menus, in addition to perks like air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters, recycling, and LED light bulbs
  • Rainfall showers, separate tubs/showers, and bidets
  • Separate sitting areas, heating, and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Relais & Chateaux.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Akelarre
  • Oteiza

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Winery

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Massage
  • Spa open daily
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • iPod dock
  • Plasma TV

Food and drink

  • Late-night room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 14 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 14 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number B75201772

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children 14 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa

Property is also known as

Hotel Akelarre San Sebastian
Akelarre San Sebastian
Akelarre
Hotel Akelarre
Akelarre Relais Châteaux
Akelarre Relais & Chateaux
Akelarre - Relais & Châteaux Hotel
Akelarre - Relais & Châteaux San Sebastián
Akelarre - Relais & Châteaux Hotel San Sebastián

Frequently asked questions

Does Akelarre - Relais & Châteaux have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Akelarre - Relais & Châteaux pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Akelarre - Relais & Châteaux?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Akelarre - Relais & Châteaux?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Akelarre - Relais & Châteaux?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Akelarre - Relais & Châteaux provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Akelarre - Relais & Châteaux located?

Located in Igueldo, this luxury hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Bay of Biscay, Monte Igueldo, and Royal Palace of Miramar. Ondarreta Beach is 3 mi (4.9 km) away.

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