EMPTYJET Recommend
Nobu Hotel San Sebastian
San Sebastián · Spain
78.3EMPTYJETEMPTYJET Consensus score out of 100$$$from ~$830 / night
- Beach
- City
- Historic
EMPTYJET RecommendEMPTYJET rank #315
Akelarre
Second band: well-established luxury properties with consistent evidence across independent references.
2,105 guest reviews analysed
San Sebastián, Spain
Distinctions
Hotel distinction
On-property dining
Global excellence index
Reader distinction
EMPTYJET Consensus
83.6 / 100
Our own composite of guest reviews across Google, Tripadvisor, Booking, Agoda and every major platform — the praise and the complaints.
Analysed from 2,105 guest reviews across Tripadvisor and Booking.com.
Most noted: dining.
Best for
- couples
- food & wine
- wellness
- city breaks
About Akelarre
Akelarre in San Sebastián is recognised as an EMPTYJET property, notable for its acclaimed AKELARRE Restaurant, which has held 3 Michelin Stars since 2007. The hotel features a dedicated adults-only spa spanning 800 m2, offering three treatment cabins, a sauna, steam room, heated hydrotherapy pool, and relaxation area. Guests can also enjoy a new bar and a swimming pool with hydromassage jets, waterfalls, and a hot tub.
Akelarre has received significant accolades, including a place on the Condé Nast Traveler Gold List 2026 and a La Liste Top 1000 Hotel ranking, with a La Liste score of 96.5/100.
Why it stands out
Akelarre is listed for its EMPTYJET status, central San Sebastián location, and a 3 Michelin Star restaurant. The property stands out for its adults-only spa, award-winning dining, and recognition by Condé Nast Traveler and La Liste, making it a notable choice in the city.
Key facts
- Opened / renovated
- 1970
- Type
- City, Wellness, Romantic
Amenities
Verified 19 Aug 2026Activities
- Swimming pool — heated hydrotherapy pool with hydromassage jets, waterfalls for the back and a hot tub
Dining
- MICHELIN-starred restaurant — evidence: A restaurant that holds 3 Michelin Stars since 2007
- Bar — As of 2017 it also has rooms, a spa and a new bar and restaurant with large terraces.
Policies
- Adults only — evidence: AKELARRE Spa is an adults-only space for body and mind relaxation.
Wellness
- Spa — AKELARRE Spa is an adults-only space for body and mind relaxation. 800 m2 of spa and wellness
Dining
Verified 19 Aug 2026Spa & wellness
Verified 19 Aug 2026Services
Verified 19 Aug 2026Awards & affiliations
Location
43.3200, -1.9800 · approximatePosition is approximate (city centre); exact coordinates are pending verification.
Sources+
- EMPTYJET seed catalogueSeed4 fields
- Official hotel websiteOfficial4 fields
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