Hilton’s debut in Spain’s culinary capital brings Belle Époque glamour back to life
Hilton will make its long‑anticipated entrance into San Sebastián next spring with the opening of Palacio Bellas Artes San Sebastián, Curio Collection by Hilton, an 81‑room boutique hotel set within a restored 1914 Beaux‑Arts cinema. The landmark building—once a cultural beacon for the city—has been reimagined with a cinematic elegance that nods to its past: glowing domes, sculptural lighting, and refined interiors that blend early‑20th‑century romance with contemporary comfort.
Located at the intersection of Prim and Urbieta avenues, the hotel places guests steps from La Concha beach, the Old Town’s legendary pintxos bars, and the venues that host the city’s celebrated film and jazz festivals. Its rooms and suites offer a serene retreat after days spent wandering the shoreline or sampling Michelin‑starred menus, while a signature restaurant and lobby bar will anchor the hotel’s social life with a modern Basque sensibility.
San Sebastián’s blend of Belle Époque architecture, world‑class gastronomy, and dramatic Atlantic coastline has long made it one of Europe’s most alluring destinations. With its heritage setting and boutique scale, Palacio Bellas Artes is poised to become a sophisticated new base for travellers seeking to immerse themselves in the city’s culture, cuisine, and seaside charm.