I am traveling this summer to Spain with my three children, my sister and her family, as well as my mom and dad. So in total, 5 adults, 6 children. I have always wanted to visit San Sebastián, but am unable to find a large vacation rental for all of us. What other coastal towns would be similar, maybe not as well known, that I could look for a large rental? Or would there be a hotel recommendation in San Sebastián, obviously not to house all of us, but something quaint, smaller, where we could at least gather. Any tips would be so appreciated! Thank you!!!
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Bilbao
857 posts
Donostia-San Sebastian is "the" trendy city to visit in northern Spain, so expect prices in summer to be quite expensive. Not many big places for lodging in the city (200.000h), take into account that despite having three beaches it´s very far from being a beach resort (no bars or ammenities by the beach, for example). It´s a rainy area and weather is quite unreliable, a full sunny week is very rare and rain or a cloudy sky is a frequent possibility. Hotels do not offer outdoor pools (except, I believe just two, open from June to September), but it´s a very beautiful city worth visiting. Nearby towns Zumaia or Zarautz would be nice places to stay, as well as Hondarribia or Deba (easily linked to Donostia-San Sebastian by public transport). Green forests everywhere, mountains and beautiful valleys.
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Barcelona + Sweden
4218 posts
San Sebastián has its unique charm that is difficult to replicate. Outside of the Basque Country, you've got other cities along the north coast like Gijón, La Coruña, or Santander that might be worth looking into, but there are no substitutes for San Sebastián.
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Portland, OR
1140 posts
Take a look at Marriott Homes and Villas. They have a 11 listings that would be big enough for all of you. If you’ve always wanted to go there, you should definitely make it happen!
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Citizen of the World
2559 posts
Hondarribia— a historic castle-crowned town about 20-30 minutes from Donostia/San Sebastián— has quite a few holiday apartments and houses for rent. Buses regularly run between Hondarribia and Donostia/San Sebastian.