Hotel Zinema7
San Sebastián · Basque Country · 4 Stars

Hotel Zinema7

Four-star hotel in San Sebastián, housed in the former Astoria cinema, with film-themed rooms, a gym and a café serving Basque pintxos.

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9.0 Score
2.767 Reviews
4★ Stars
15:00 Check-in
Nearby La Concha Beach · 1,1 km
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 15:00

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Hotel Zinema7

Hotel Zinema7 is a 4-star hotel in San Sebastián, housed in the former Astoria cinema beside the Urumea River and dedicated to the San Sebastián Film Festival. The film theme continues in its rooms, each associated with actors or directors who have visited the festival. Options include single, double, superior and family rooms, with air conditioning, free WiFi, a flat-screen TV and marble bathroom; some also have a balcony or terrace, city views or a seating area.

The café-bar serves a buffet breakfast in the mornings and traditional Basque pintxos; options include continental, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and American choices. The library lounge has computer terminals with free internet, and the hotel has a gym and a 24-hour reception. Private underground parking costs €25 per day and must be reserved. Amara-Donostia is 500 m away and San Sebastián bus station is 850 m away; La Concha Beach is 1.1 km away.

Hotel Zinema7
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Four-star hotel in San Sebastián, housed in the former Astoria cinema, with film-themed rooms, a gym and a café serving Basque pintxos.

Room types

The rooms at Hotel Zinema7 continue the former Astoria’s film theme: each is dedicated to an actor or director who has attended the San Sebastián Film Festival. Options include an 11 m² Single Room, 17 m² Double Rooms, a 22 m² Superior Room, a 37 m² Family Room and Petite Terrace, measuring 12 m². All have a private bathroom, air conditioning and views of the city or an inner courtyard; the Single Room and Petite Terrace also have a balcony or terrace.

There is a Double Room with two single beds and another with a double bed, while the Superior Room has a double bed and a sofa bed. The Family Room combines a double bed and two single beds. The Superior Room also has a seating area and bathrobes; several room types include a coffee machine and minibar. Practical room amenities include toiletries, a bidet and a hairdryer. The soundproofed rooms offer options for solo travellers, couples and families.

Single Room — Hotel Zinema7
Single Room
11 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Single bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Balcony
  • City views

At 11 m², this Single Room is on the upper floor and has a balcony, as well as views of the city or an inner courtyard. Its terrace provides additional outdoor space, while the minibar and coffee machine complete the film-themed stay.

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Double Room - 2 Beds — Hotel Zinema7
Double Room - 2 Beds
17 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • City views
  • Coffee machine

At 17 m², this room has two single beds, city views and soundproofing. The coffee machine and minibar add convenience for a city stay; the private bathroom includes a bidet and a bath or shower, and air conditioning lets you adjust the temperature.

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Double Room — Hotel Zinema7
Double Room
17 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • City views
  • Inner courtyard views

This 17 m² Double Room combines a double bed with views of both the city and an inner courtyard. Unlike the option with single beds, it offers these dual views, as well as a coffee machine and minibar; it also has wooden or parquet flooring.

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Superior Double Room - 1 or 2 Beds — Hotel Zinema7
Superior Double Room - 1 or 2 Beds
22 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Double bed and 1 Sofa bed or 2 Single beds and 1 Sofa bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Seating area
  • Bathrobe

At 22 m², the Superior Room has a seating area with an iPod dock and bathrobes, features that set it apart from the standard Double Rooms. Its main layout includes a double bed and a sofa bed; views may be of the city or an inner courtyard.

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Family Room — Hotel Zinema7
Family Room
37 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds and 1 Double bed
  • Max 5 guests
  • City views
  • Safe

This Family Room covers 37 m² and has two single beds and a double bed, with space designed for sharing. It overlooks the city or an inner courtyard; it also has a safe and wooden or parquet flooring, as well as a private bathroom and air conditioning.

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Business Double Room with Free Parking — Hotel Zinema7
Business Double Room with Free Parking
17 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Desk
  • Safe

A desk and a large double bed define this 17 m² Business Room. It also has views of the city or an inner courtyard, a safe and wooden or parquet flooring. The private bathroom and air conditioning complete the film-themed stay.

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Petite Terrace — Hotel Zinema7
Petite Terrace
12 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Terrace
  • City views

Petite Terrace combines 12 m², a double bed and a terrace with city views, setting it apart from the Double Rooms without outdoor space. The room also has views of an inner courtyard, a coffee machine and a minibar. Air conditioning and a private bathroom complete this film-inspired stay.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you’re interested in staying in a former cinema and sleeping in rooms dedicated to figures from the San Sebastián Film Festival
  • you want several beaches within easy reach, such as La Concha, 1.1 km away, and Ondarreta, 1.7 km away
  • you want to keep up your exercise routine during your trip: there’s a gym
  • you’re travelling as a family and want a 37 m² Family Room with a double bed and two single beds
  • you need free internet throughout the property

Maybe not, if...

  • you’re looking for free parking: private parking costs €25 per day and must be reserved
  • you need to park without booking, as garage spaces are subject to availability
  • you want to smoke inside the hotel, where smoking is prohibited throughout the property
  • you’re booking five or more rooms and need guaranteed group terms: different conditions and supplements may apply

Hotel facilities & services

At Hotel Zinema7, the shared spaces combine places to relax with practical services. The terrace provides an outdoor area, while the gym lets you keep up your exercise routine during your trip. The reception is open 24 hours a day, and concierge and luggage storage services help you organise your stay. There is also a lift, family rooms and spaces adapted for guests with reduced mobility; the building has wheelchair access.

For food and drink, the café and bar are places to enjoy a refreshment; special-diet menus are available on request, and rooms have a minibar. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. If you are travelling by car, you can use the garage parking, while entertainment options include a flat-screen TV, satellite channels and a DVD player.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Gym
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Facilities for disabled guests

General facilities

  • Terrace
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour reception
  • Babysitting / child services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry service
  • Shuttle service
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Gym

Parking

  • Parking in a garage

Food & drink

  • Café on site
  • Special-diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Minibar

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • DVD player
  • Telephone
  • TV
  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bed linen
  • Wardrobe
  • City views
  • Views
  • Coffee machine
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Location & what to see

Hotel Zinema7 is in Amara, at Sagrada Familia, 1, corner of Sancho El Sabio, beside the Urumea River in the former Astoria cinema. The surrounding area has residential streets, squares and green spaces; Plaza de Pío XII is 140 m away and the Parroquia de la Sagrada Familia is 150 m away. Mentxu Gal Lorategiak is 370 m away, and Parque de Araba is 420 m away. The Catedral del Buen Pastor is 950 m away, near the city centre.

Rail and bus services make it easy to get around the city: Amara-Donostia station is 500 m away and San Sebastián bus station is 850 m away. San Sebastián Airport is 15 km away and Biarritz Airport is 39 km away. To reach the coast, La Concha Beach is 1.1 km away, Ondarreta Beach is 1.7 km away and Zurriola Beach is 1.8 km away. Parque Cristina Enea is 650 m away.

The riverside walk along the Urumea and the green spaces of Amara let you alternate city walks with quiet breaks. Miramar Palace is 1.7 km away; 1.9 km away, you can visit the San Telmo Museum and San Sebastián Aquarium, two options for spending time on culture and marine life. Monte Ulia is 2.9 km away and has walking routes with coastal views. In the warmer months, La Concha and Ondarreta beaches are perfect for combining a swim with a walk along the seafront. You can also visit Chillida-Leku Museum, 3.8 km away.

La Concha Beach — Urban sands and a seafront promenade for enjoying the San Sebastián coastline. 1,1 km
Good Shepherd Cathedral — A neo-Gothic church recognised by its tower and central spire. 950 m
Cristina Enea Park — Urban gardens with paths and greenery for a peaceful stroll. 650 m
Koldo Mitxelena — Cultural centre with exhibitions and events in central San Sebastián. 860 m
Donostia Bus Station — Bus terminal for connections to destinations in and beyond the city. 970 m
Miramar Palace — Historic building with gardens and views over La Concha Bay. 1,7 km

What guests say about Hotel Zinema7

9.0
Wonderful · 2.767 reviews
Staff
9.4
Comfort
9.5
Location
8.6
Cleanliness
9.5
Facilities
9.2
Value for money
8.6
Free Wi-Fi
8.7

Guests particularly appreciate the cleanliness and comfort of the rooms, along with the staff’s service and the facilities. Value for money and the surroundings receive somewhat more moderate ratings, while the WiFi connection is also well received.

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