Hilton Worldwide Holdings, Inc., American multinational hospitality company based in Tysons, Vurginia, has officially opened an 81 - room Curio Collection by Hilton hotel in San Sebastián, a resort town on the Bay of Biscay in Spain’s autonomous community of Basque Country, known for Playa de la Concha and Playa de Ondarreta beaches framed by a picturesque bay front promenade, and famous for its world - renowned restaurants helmed by innovative chefs.
San Sebastián, officially Donostia in Basque, boasts a rich historical and cultural heritage, is a stunning coastal gem in northern Spain, famed for a world - class culinary scene, Belle Époque architecture, it offers an unmatched blend of beach relaxation and gourmet exploration just 20 km from the French border.
Hotel Palacio Bellas Artes San Sebastián, Curio Collection by Hilton, has officially reopened its doors after an extensive restoration of the 1914 Beaux Arts building. The property, which originally housed one of Spain’s earliest cinema, now operates as an 81 - room hotel.
The restoration included the reconstruction of the building’s dome the refurbishment of the façade and decorative detailing, operations led by architect Ignacio Quemada. The reconstruction preserved key Beaux Arts features while introducing contemporary design elements inspired by the building’s cinematic history.
The hotel is located at Urbieta Kalea, 61, within walking distance of the city’s coastline, historic Old Town, galleries, theatres, pintxos bars, a short walk from Maria Cristina Bridge, the Cathedral of the Good Sheperd, 1 km from the iconic La Concha beach, offering an easy access to Concha Promenade, Zaldiko Maldikoa, and Donastia - San Sebastián Aquarium while San Sebastián Airport is 20 km away.
The interiors were reinterpreted by the Spanish interior design firm Isabel López Vilalta+ Asociados, while maintaining respect for the cinema’s original layout.
Guests enter through the former stage, passing beneath the proscenium arch, with spaces throughout the hotel influenced by themes of light, movement, and shadow.
The property features 81 stylish, comfortable rooms subdivided in various categories, such as Amphitheatre Rooms, Gallery Rooms, and suites like the Front Bar, Corner Box, and Cupula Suite beneath the restored dome. Each room features a work from the site - specific art collection “Creation Light, Movement and Gaze” curated by Basque artist Lander Andonegi, referencing the building’s origins as a theatre and cinema.
Dining options offer are anchored to Lotu, a restaurant led by famed chef Andoni Luis Aduriz, serving a menu that includes classic dishes such as pâté en croûte, beef Wellington, and sole meunière, as well as regional items like tcanguro donostiarra and chuleta.
Lotu operates throughout the day and features a street - level bar and an on - site bakehouse that produces breads and pastries daily. Breakfast is served at the table and features items such as breads, brioche egg sandwiches, eggs benedict, Japanese pancakes, and viennoiserie.
Dry cleaning laundry services, in - room Wi-Fi with a speed of 25+ Mbps, and a gym are available to all guests.
The hotel joins the Curio Collection by Hilton brand characterised by individually remarkable hotels and resorts picked for the their unique character, design, and story.
Each location of the brand offers distinctive architecture,locally inspired design, world - class food and beverage options, and curated local experiences, a soft brand that allows hotels to retain their unique identities within Hilton’s portfolio.while still providing the benefits of Hilton Honors program.
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