Don Cecilio Guesthouse – A Favorite for Families in San Sebastian
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About the Hotel
Embeltran, 16 1º Derecha,
San Sebastian,
Spain,
20003,
Basque Country
“The guesthouse is perfectly situated in the vibrant heart of the old town.”view full review
Rooms & Amenities
Don Cecilio Guesthouse offers air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, and safes. Some rooms include balconies. Bathrooms have walk-in showers or bathtubs, with free toiletries provided. The guesthouse has parquet floors and free WiFi with speeds of 25+ Mbps.
Dining Options
No onsite restaurants are available, but the guesthouse is surrounded by bars and eateries in San Sebastian Old Town. Guests can find local pintxo bars and seafood restaurants within a short walk.
Leisure & Location
The guesthouse is 2 minutes from La Concha Beach and near Victoria Eugenia Theatre and San Telmo Museum. Mount Urgull and the Urumea River border the lively Old Town neighborhood. Public parking is available nearby, and the train station is within walking distance.
Guest Services
Concierge service is available for assistance. Express check-out is offered. The property is smoke-free and does not allow pets or service animals. It is managed by a professional host.
Access & Policies
San Sebastián Airport is the nearest airport. The guesthouse is in a pedestrian-only zone in a busy area. Children under 16 stay free. Group bookings for events like bachelor or bachelorette parties are restricted.
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Tips on navigating the city
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City Centre
San Sebastian1000 ft
Airports
San Sebastian (EAS)
13.5
mi
Pamplona (PNA)
57.4
mi
Train
San Sebastian Train Station3000 ft
Facilities
Each family-friendly hotel provides top-notch amenities for an unforgettable stay with your loved ones
Free Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
Parking
EUR 27 per day
Luggage storage
24-hour services
General
No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
Paid parking
Safe deposit box
No pets allowed
Security
Adults only
Lift
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access
Services
Housekeeping
Spa & Leisure
Beach access
Room features
Air conditioning
Heating
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Media
Flat-screen TV
Room decor
Parquet floor
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Location
Embeltran, 16 1º Derecha,
San Sebastian,
Spain,
20003,
Basque Country
Map view
Embeltran, 16 1º Derecha,
San Sebastian,
Spain,
20003,
Basque Country
City landmarks
Landmark
Urgull
3200 ft
Museum
San Telmo Museum
2300 ft
Store
Buen Pastor Cathedral
2300 ft
Landmark
Kursaal Congress Centre and Auditorium
2300 ft
Landmark
Miramar Palace
1.7
mi
Landmark
Alderdi Eder
2300 ft
Church
San Vicente Church
2300 ft
Landmark
Paseo Nuevo
3200 ft
Landmark
Plaza Gipuzkoa
2300 ft
Park
Cristina Enea Park
1.8
mi
Square
Plaza
2300 ft
Island
Santa Clara Island elver galarga
4600 ft
Market
Mercado San Martin
2300 ft
Gallery
Sala Kubo Kutxa
2300 ft
Beach
Playa de La Zurriola
2700 ft
Church
Church of San Ignacio de Loyola
1.0
mi
Lighthouse
Monte Igueldo
2.7
mi
Landmark
Royal Palace of Miramar
1.7
mi
Art object
Peine Del Viento
2.7
mi
Nearby
Aquarium
Aquarium
900 ft
Beach
La Concha Beach
900 ft
San Sebastian - DonostiaSpain
Parte Vieja
900 ft
Public Building
San Sebastian City Hall
900 ft
Castle
Mota Castle
900 ft
Calle del Treinta y Uno de Agosto
Calle 31 de Agosto
900 ft
Public Building
Palacio Goikoa
900 ft
Plaza Sarriegi
Monumento al Tamborrero
600 ft
Kontxa Pasealekua 1 In Plaza Cervantes
Don Quijote y Sancho Panza
1300 ft
Gallery
Cibrian Gallery
1000 ft
Calle 31 de Agosto
Basilica de Santa Maria del Coro
600 ft
Restaurants
Pasteleria Izar
100 ft
Calle Mayor
Va Bene
800 ft
Avenida Boulevard
Cafe Kantoi
300 ft
Mayor Kalea
Taberna Danena
400 ft
Calle Embeltran 8
Bar Restaurante Intza
400 ft
Calle Esterlines
Ekain Tiendas
400 ft
Fermin Calberton Kalea
Gelateria Boulevard
600 ft
Etorbidea Zurriola 1
Family-focused reviews and ratings
Read feedback from other families who have stayed to ensure you make the right choice.
84%
loved it and would return for another family vacation
8.4/10
Great
Rooms
7.8
Location
9.6
Service
9.4
Dining
7.8
Guest reviews
8.4/10
based on 5 reviews
7.4
7.4/10 based on 470 reviews
John
United States,
December
2024
8.0/10
Great location in the old town! The room was small but perfectly adequate for a short stay. The shower was amazing, and the staff were friendly and helpful.
Rooms
8.0
My room was small, but had good storage and a comfy bed. The private bathroom was a plus, and the shower was fantastic!
Service
9.0
Check-in was smooth, and the staff were very accommodating. They even helped me arrange an early breakfast at a nearby cafe.
Location
10.0
The location is unbeatable! Right in the old town, close to everything - bars, restaurants, and the beach.
Dining
9.0
I tried Donostiarra Taska for pintxos based on a recommendation and it was superb!
Facilities
7.0
The elevator was very helpful with my luggage. The hotel was clean and well-maintained.
James
United States,
November
2024
9.0/10
Wonderful stay! Perfect location, friendly staff, and comfy room. Would definitely stay again!
Rooms
9.0
The room was lovely and new, very clean, and the air conditioning was a lifesaver!
Service
10.0
The staff were amazing and so helpful, even arranging for an early breakfast for me.
Location
10.0
The location couldn't be better - in the heart of the old town, walking distance to everything.
Dining
8.0
Breakfast was at a nearby cafe, but it was delicious and convenient.
Facilities
8.0
Everything was clean and well-maintained, a really nice experience.
Richard
United States,
June
2024
10.0/10
A lovely little hotel in the heart of San Sebastian. The staff were exceptionally helpful and went above and beyond when my ATM card was swallowed!
Rooms
8.0
The room was small, but charming and very comfortable. The air conditioning was great, and it was always fresh smelling.
Service
10.0
The staff were very nice - they helped me get my ATM card back from a malfunctioning machine! They really went above and beyond.
Location
10.0
The location was fantastic, right in the old city with easy access to everything.
Dining
7.0
Breakfast was simple, but good - coffee, croissants, and juice. Plenty of great options nearby.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel was clean and well-maintained. There was an elevator, which was useful.
B
United States,
June
2024
7.0/10
Great location and helpful staff! The room was small, but clean and well-maintained.
Rooms
7.0
Our room was small but perfectly adequate for a short stay. The bathroom was spotless.
Service
8.0
The staff were very friendly and helpful. I really appreciated their assistance.
Location
9.0
The location was excellent - right in the old town, close to everything.
Dining
7.0
Breakfast was a simple continental affair, but sufficient. Loads of restaurants nearby.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel was clean and functional. Wi-Fi was included which was great.
Nick
United States,
October
2023
8.0/10
Clean and well located pension! The staff were super friendly and cute and made us feel at home.
Rooms
7.0
The room was a bit small, but very clean and had good facilities.
Service
10.0
The staff were wonderful - warm, friendly, and extremely helpful. They really made our stay special.
Location
9.0
The location was perfect - right in the old town, so close to La Concha beach and all the action.
Dining
8.0
Breakfast was at a nearby bar - simple but good value for money. Loads of great places to eat nearby.
Facilities
9.0
The pension was spotlessly clean, and they even had free water available.
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