Festivals and Events

 Donostia-San Sebastian is a cultural, tourist, service, and congress focal point. Many of these events are celebrated in the Kursaal Concert and Convention Center, as an example we have the International Film Festival, the International Jazz Festival and the Musical Fortnight. All this, is only a five minute walk from Villa Soro Hotel, an outstanding address for the discerning traveller, offering a harmonious balance between the warm and familiar atmosphere of a century-old home and the comfort and services of a luxury hotel. http://bit.ly/dbyavF 

 Gastronomy and monuments

Food is an art form in San Sebastian, in fact, there are 16 Michelin stars spread throughout the city. Arzak restaurant is one of the most valued one, with 3 Michelin stars, it is just 15 minutes from Villa Soro Hotel.

Many major landmarks are present in San Sebastian, with various historic buildings in the very center of the city, such as the late 19th-century City Hall, the Municipal Library and the Castle of the Holy Cross. Thelatter stands high above San Sebastian and offers magnificent views of the surrounding area.

To know all about San Sebastian, here you will find a San Sebastian’s Holiday Guide and also a web page that will help you choosing the best trip dates http://bit.ly/a3KiGH  http://bit.ly/9bZeZk

Hotel Villa Soro, San Sebastian

The Best Charming boutique hotel in San Sebasitan, Villa Soro located in a renovated 19th century villa which has been declared a Historical Heritage Building of San Sebastian. Villa Soro Hotel San Sebastian is an outstanding new address for the discerning traveller, offering a harmonious balance between the warm and familiar atmosphere of a century-old home and the comfort and services of a luxury hotel. This stately home was built in 1898 by Don Ramon Londaiz for his daughter Maria on the occasion of her engagement to Don Luis Gaytan de Ayala. For several generations, the Gaytan de Ayala family has lived in this home, which was known by the name of Eguzki Soro. Villa Soro has been renovated in its integrity with high quality materials, respecting the late nineteenth century style of the house and accentuating its uniqueness and extraordinary beauty. Tranquillity, warmth and courtesy are the main characteristics of Villa Soro Boutique Hotel. A garden specially designed by the French landscape designer Ducasse in 1898, pleasant living areas reminiscing the family atmosphere of this stately home, and a very professional team permanently at your service.

Today, we present some tips concerning gastronomy, art and culture in San Sebastian. We asked those, of course, who love living in the city, the Astoria7 Hotel’s personnel.

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Gastronomy

Known as a capital of gastronomy all over the world, tasting San Sebastian’s flavours is a must to discover the Basque Country and its cuisine. 16 Michelin stars shining brightly from San Sebastian’s sky shed light upon the kitchens from the wide variety of restaurants spread over the coast of Guipúzcoa.

more info: San Sebastian Turismo

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For good measure, Gourmets should not miss a Pintxos route along the Old Part of Donostia; a charming experience that will lead you to explore Haute Cuisine in miniature whilst living one of the city’s most popular traditions.

more info: Ruta Sabores

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Art & Culture

All fields of creativity are represented in San Sebastian, blended in a mixture of tradition and modernity. Eduardo Chillida’s sculptures mold sea waves at The Wind Comb, whilst Moneo’s Kursaal Convention Centre watches over the Zurriola Beach. Nearby, Victoria Eugenia Theatre provides cultural events as the city’s full range of Museums save Donostia’s best-kept secrets.

more info: San Sebastian Turismo

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Of course, our final special mention goes to the International Film Festival that takes place every year in September: the most cosmopolitan culture event in the city to which Astoria7 Hotel has decided to pay tribute with its unique decor dedicated to it.

more info: San Sebastian Festival

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Hotel Astoria 7

Avantgarde Superior Hotel, Boutique Hotel in San Sebastian > Spain

The iconic Astoria Cinema has been restructured to house San Sebastian’s first contemporary styled hotel, the Astoria7. The Hotel offers a unique decor and it’s themed around cinema. Each of the 102 guestrooms is dedicated to individual personalities, actors, actresses or movie directors, who have attended the San Sebastian International Film Festival ever since its very first edition in 1953. The owners of the Astoria7 are renowned film experts that were willing to pay homage to this cultural event which has had such a significant impact on the city of San Sebastian. Astoria7 has102 rooms: 10 singles, 76 doubles, 15 superior double rooms and 1 suite, all featuring the most common facilities offered by a deluxe hotel, including free WiFi. Astoria7 has also Meeting Rooms for up to 66 people and equipped with the latest technology.