Loiola Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Donostia-San Sebastian Aquarium
See extraordinary marine creatures, learn about life under the sea and get insights into the local fishing history at this aquarium and oceanographic museum.
Plaza de La Constitucion
Note the numbers on the balconies that represent former bullring boxes. Try delicious local wine in this festive central square.
Concha Promenade
Enjoy the spectacular views of the surrounding verdant headlands and admire the elegant railing and lanterns of this famous boulevard.
Monte Igueldo
Go to the top of this great mountain in San Sebastián and visit a traditional amusement park with spectacular views as a backdrop.
Kursaal Congress Centre and Auditorium
Get tickets for a show at Kursaal Congress Centre and Auditorium, a theatre with a story to tell in San Sebastián. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
Miramar Palace
Explore a beautiful palace located in one of the best spots of San Sebastián. Enjoy its lavish gardens and fantastic panoramic views of the bay.
Activities
Donostia - San Sebastián City Tour Bus, Hop On - Hop Off
San Sebastian Walking Tour with Pintxo and Drink
The Basque Country Full-Day Tour
San Sebastián: Traditional Cider House Tour with Lunch
San Sebastian: Real Sociedad Stadium Guided Interactive
Our pick of the best Loiola Hotel Deals
Hotel de Londres y de Inglaterra
Great experience, wonderful views, room clean and confy
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Barceló Costa Vasca
Fabulous hotel. Very clean. Staff lovely. Parking on site was a bonus. About 20 minutes walk into the old town. Five minutes to the promenade. We ate in the hotel, it was very nice.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Hotel Maria Cristina, a Luxury Collection Hotel
Fantastic hotel to enjoy San Sebastián, staff is amazing, hotel is beautiful and well located
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Hotel Zenit Convento San Martín
Everything was perfect. Friendly reception. Spotless rooms. We will come back.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
NH Collection San Sebastián Aránzazu
Clean room and friendly staff
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Catalonia Donosti
Great staff, check in was pleasant. Hotel was well-maintained. Rooms comfortable. Excellent location. When we return to San Sebastián would absolutely consider staying here again.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Loiola
Intxaurrondo
While there might not be top attractions in Intxaurrondo, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Reale Arena and Kursaal Congress Centre and Auditorium.
Amara
If you're spending some time in Amara, Reale Arena and Velódromo de Anoeta are top sights worth seeing.
Egia
Bars, river views and historical sites highlight some of the notable features of Egia. Make a stop by Tabakalera Donostia while you're exploring.
Ategorrieta
Though Ategorrieta may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Kursaal Congress Centre and Auditorium and Cathedral of the Good Shepherd.
Ulia
Though Ulia may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Kursaal Congress Centre and Auditorium and Tabakalera Donostia.
Mirakruz
When in Mirakruz, you can plan a visit to Kursaal Congress Centre and Auditorium and Cathedral of the Good Shepherd, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
