Premium Double Room
- 1 King-size bed or 1 Queen-size bed
Hotel · San Sebastian · Basque Country
Axel Hotel San Sebastian - Adults Only
A design-led adults-only stay in San Sebastian's City-Centre district, with a rooftop pool and spa facilities a short walk from the cathedral.
- Adults-only atmosphere
- Rooftop pool and sun terrace
- Spa & wellness centre with sauna and Jacuzzi
8.7
Great
7043 reviews
Booking.com 8.7 · 7043 reviews
About
Axel Hotel San Sebastian - Adults Only
Axel Hotel San Sebastian - Adults Only is a 4-star property located in the San Sebastian City-Centre district, 650 metres from the Buen Pastor Cathedral. The hotel offers an outdoor pool area, a rooftop pool, and a full spa & wellness centre with a sauna, Turkish bath, and massage services. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout.
The hotel is adults-only and provides a range of room types from Single Rooms to Deluxe Suites, many featuring balconies and air conditioning. Amenities include a fitness centre, a 24-hour reception, laundry services, and on-site parking. Guests can enjoy in-room breakfast and a welcome drink.
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- On-site car park
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
3 reasons to book- Excellent staff service — Guests repeatedly mention attentive, efficient, and friendly staff who go out of their way to help with recommendations and welcome drinks.
- Great location — Situated in the City-Centre district, within walking distance of the cathedral, beach, train station, and a variety of restaurants and shops.
- Rooftop pool and spa — A rooftop pool, sun terrace, sauna, Turkish bath, and massage services offer a relaxing retreat after exploring.
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Worth weighing
3 to weigh- Compact rooms — Several reviews describe the rooms as modest, compact, or small. If you prefer spacious quarters, consider a suite or a room with a balcony.
- Adults-only policy — Children are not allowed, so it may not suit families or those travelling with kids.
- No pets allowed — The hotel does not permit pets, a restriction for travellers with animal companions.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Superior Premium Room
- 2 Single beds or 1 Double bed
Suite
Deluxe King Suite
- 1 King-size bed
Single Room
- 1 Single bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Superior Double Room
- 1 King-size bed,1 Double bed,2 Single beds
- Shower
- Heating
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
Deluxe Suite
- 1 King-size bed,1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Bathtub
- Balcony
Standard Room
- 1 Double bed,1 King-size bed,2 Single beds or 1 Double bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Junior Suite
- 1 King-size bed,2 Single beds,1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
Pool & Wellness
- Outdoor pool area
- Rooftop pool
- Sun terrace
- Spa & wellness centre
- Solarium
- Sauna
- Turkish bath
- Steam room
- Jacuzzi
Food & Drink
- In-room breakfast
- Welcome drink
- Tea and coffee facilities
Services
- 24-hour reception
- Luggage storage
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Fax/Photocopying
Accessibility
- Rooms/Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
General
- Wi-Fi
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Flat-screen TV
- Safe deposit box
- Key card access
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Security
- No smoking on site
- No pets allowed
- Adults only
- Lift
- Fitness centre
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 8.7/10 from 7,043 reviews
Booking.com · 8.7 · 7043 reviews
8.7Verified guest“The staff were attentive and very efficient.”
8.7Verified guest“The hotel was fairly clean, everything was good. The location was great, you can visit a shaped beach by walking. There was a good restaurant, a supermarket and a grocery store next door. Exceptionally nice and accommodating staff members provided a few recommendations.”
8.7Verified guest“Superb location, surrounded by charming cafes. Immaculate room with really kind staff who welcomed us with a refreshing drink! The rooftop pool was a good retreat after exploring the area.”
8.7Verified guest“A special thanks to very very helpful staff. They offer beautifully designed, compact rooms with good internet too and four big pillows, for example.”
8.7Verified guest“Make sure you stay in the double room with a firm mattress as well as air con.”
8.7Verified guest“The rooms they offer were modest and compact with balcony, a firm mattress plus private bathroom. Satisfactory breakfasts with measured portions, the staff were all in all efficient.”
04 — Location
Getting around San Sebastian
The property sits in San Sebastian.
City-Centre District: The hotel sits in San Sebastian's City-Centre district, about a 650-metre walk from the Buen Pastor Cathedral. The area is close to the beach and surrounded by cafes, restaurants, and shops, with the train station also within easy reach.
Amara 26, San Sebastian, Basque Country, 20006, Spain
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 15:00-23:59
- Check-out
- By 12:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Property
- 122 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 15:00 to 23:59, and check-out is until 12:00.
Is parking available at the hotel?
Yes, the hotel has an on-site car park.
Are pets allowed?
No, pets are not allowed at this hotel.
Does the hotel have air conditioning in the rooms?
Air conditioning is available in all room types, as listed in the room amenities (except for the Premium Double Room and Superior Premium Room, which do not list it).
Is the hotel adults-only?
Yes, this is an adults-only hotel, so children are not accommodated.
The bottom line
A well-located, adults-only hotel with a rooftop pool and spa, backed by consistently high service and room ratings. Compact rooms and no pets are the main trade-offs.
8.7Based on 7,043 reviews and an 8.7 guest rating, with particularly high scores for rooms and service.
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