Gros Travel Guide

San Sebastián

San Ignacio Church showing a church or cathedral and heritage architecture
San Ignacio Church which includes a church or cathedral and heritage architecture
San Ignacio Church which includes street scenes, a church or cathedral and a city
San Ignacio Church which includes a city, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture
Gros

An area for the young and young-at-heart describes this active area. Carry a surfboard like many others or just enjoy the charged atmosphere in this part of Spain.

In this section of San Sebastián called Gros, people are here for a good time. The reasons are obvious when seeing the wide beach with its waves, a selection of trendy stores and nightlife that inspires revelers to watch the sun come up. Stay in Gros to absorb its lifestyle in which time is measured by what you will do next.

Choose from a selection of activities, which are considerable with something to match most tastes. Zurriola Beach is a daily magnet for those who want to be sportive or just lie on the white sand and listen to the waves. One end of the beach attracts surfers and others to play beach games with even a possibility of some live music. The beach is bookended by a modern construction known as Kursaal Palace and Monte Ulia, a high outcropping of forested land.

Kursaal Palace is a contemporary building built in 1999 and the venue of many events, including the San Sebastián International Film Festival. Its modern design matches the vibrancy of this region. The mountain gives hikers an area for tranquility and provides a spectacular view of the beach and surroundings. Have a family outing as the 30-minute climb is not difficult and you’ll discover a children’s playground.

Go into town and walk the lively pedestrian streets and squares. Families will want to find Plaza Cataluña with its special area for children and shady areas for a picnic. You will immediately notice the frequency of bars and restaurants that make this locale very popular among young citizens and visitors. Thursdays attract the most interest because it’s pintxo-pote day when drinks and snacks are very reasonably priced.

Park your car in one of the main car parks and walk or bike, as areas of interest are located quite close to each other. If you come from San Sebastián, park on one side of Kursaal Bridge and walk over to Gros. You’ll soon be captured by the area’s youthful spirit that marks this neighborhood as the place to be in Spain’s Donostia region.


Popular places to visit


Top hotels in Gros

Hotel Arrizul Congress

Hotel Arrizul Congress

4 out of 5
Calle Ronda 3, San Sebastián, Gipuzkoa
The price is ₹7,353 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
₹7,353
₹8,088 total
4 Nov - 5 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Sebastián. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (406 reviews)
"Great location. Walkable to top spots in the town and great dining. Very helpful front desk. If you plan on having a car, be sure it is a compact as the parking lot is challenging."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Hotel Arrizul Congress
Leonardo Boutique Hotel San Sebastián

Leonardo Boutique Hotel San Sebastián

2 out of 5
Zabaleta Kalea 5, San Sebastián
The price is ₹5,361 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
₹5,361
₹5,897 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Sebastián. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (231 reviews)
"Modern, clean rooms, friendly attentive staff. Works definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

Leonardo Boutique Hotel San Sebastián
Okako Hotel

Okako Hotel

1 out of 5
Iztueta 7, San Sebastián, Gipuzkoa
Stay at this boutique hotel in San Sebastián. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (335 reviews)
"Great hotel in a great location. Staff were lovely.. only problem was as we were on the ground floor.. sleep interrupted by people arriving late at night as not great sound proofing. Great to have on tap coffeee and nice seating area at the front unfortunately cleaner set off alarm in morning which ..."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Okako Hotel
Leonardo Hotel San Sebastián

Leonardo Hotel San Sebastián

3 out of 5
BeraBera Pasealekua 85A, San Sebastián, Gipuzkoa
The price is ₹4,523 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
₹4,523
₹4,976 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in San Sebastián. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (590 reviews)
"Reception staff very professional and helpful"

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

Leonardo Hotel San Sebastián
Hotel ILUNION San Sebastian

Hotel ILUNION San Sebastian

4 out of 5
Avenida Zumalacarregui, 20, San Sebastián, Gipuzkoa
The price is ₹7,024 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
₹7,024
₹7,727 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Sebastián. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (227 reviews)
"Clean Room"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Hotel ILUNION San Sebastian
NH Collection San Sebastián Aránzazu

NH Collection San Sebastián Aránzazu

4 out of 5
Vitoria-Gasteiz 1, San Sebastián, Gipuzkoa
The price is ₹7,633 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
₹7,633
₹8,396 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in San Sebastián. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
"Excellent dinner!"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

NH Collection San Sebastián Aránzazu
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Other neighbourhoods around Gros

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Manteo

When in Manteo, you can plan a visit to Kursaal Congress Centre and Auditorium and Zurriola Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Manteo
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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 Zurriola Beach.

Ulia

Egia

4/5(10 area reviews)

Bars, river views and historical sites highlight some of the notable features of Egia. Make a stop by Tabakalera Donostia while you're exploring.

Egia
Old Town showing street scenes as well as a small group of people

Old Town San Sebastián

5/5(24 area reviews)

Unique features of Old Town San Sebastián include the historical sites and bars. Make a stop by Plaza de La Constitucion or Monte Urgull while you're exploring the area.

Old Town San Sebastián
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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 Zurriola Beach.

Ategorrieta
Maria Cristina Bridge featuring a bridge, a city and a river or creek

San Sebastián Centro

4.5/5(92 area reviews)

San Sebastián Centro is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Cathedral of the Good Shepherd and Concha Beach.

San Sebastián Centro


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