One Shot Tabakalera House, San Sebastián

Kimkim team favorite · 4.2 (5 reviews) · Comfort
Contemporary, chic hotel in a historical building with a fitness room, sauna, and temporary art exhibitions

Overview

One Shot Tabakalera House is a boutique hotel housed inside the Tabakalera International Centre for Contemporary Culture, once the old tobacco factory in San Sebastián. Guests can enjoy the hotel's fitness room, sauna, and breakfast buffet concept, "buffet in jars," at El Eskondite Tabakalera. Additionally, the hotel hosts periodic photography exhibitions and is located just minutes from the main train station and riverfront walkways.

Kimkim's Take

Ash
Ash Merscher kimkim staff
Based on kimkim staff visit, May 2023 (Learn more)
Pros
  • You'll enjoy a unique stay, as the hotel is inside the Tabakalera International Centre for Contemporary Culture.
  • In your downtime, head to the fitness room and sauna for a little activity and relaxation.
  • The hotel offers temporary art exhibitions that promote contemporary artistic creation.
  • With its central location, you can really walk anywhere, as you'll be next to the train station and Cristina-Enea Park, and just a few minutes away from the city center.
  • The hotel offers a breakfast buffet with a new concept, "buffet in jars," which is greener and less prone to spreading germs.
Cons
  • The breakfast service starts later on weekends and public holidays, so if you have an early departure, you might need to arrange something with the front desk.

Authenticity

One Shot Tabakalera House is inside the Tabakalera International Centre for Contemporary Culture, which was formerly an old tobacco factory in San Sebastián. The building has been beautifully renovated, blending historical elements with contemporary design by the Alfaro-Manrique Studio. The hotel takes pride in promoting contemporary artistic creation through periodic photography exhibitions, embracing the cultural ecosystem shared with other institutions and projects within the building.

Location

The hotel is conveniently located next to the train station and Cristina-Enea Park, with San Sebastián's city center just a few minutes away. Cross the María Cristina Zubia Bridge to reach the main shopping area and iconic spots such as the Buen Pastor Cathedral, La Concha Beach, and City Hall. The trendy Gros District, Zurriola Beach, and the Kursaal Congress Centre are also nearby, a quick 10-minute stroll. 

Rooms & Bathrooms

One Shot Tabakalera House offers 34 stylish and comfortable rooms with large windows and street views. The decor features selected furniture, high-profile extra-comfort mattresses, and wooden floors. Executive, duplex, and premium rooms come with added touches such as robes, slippers, and sitting areas. Spacious rain showers are standard, while some premium rooms also feature a separate bathtub.

Amenities

Regarding amenities, One Shot Tabakelera may appear quite minimalist at first glance, as there is no spa or pool. However, there are a few perks for guests, like the small fitness center equipped with free weights and cardio equipment and a sauna. The hotel is friendly for those in wheelchairs, with an elevator going to the upper floors and wheelchair-accessible parking for guests with mobility needs nearby. There is one wheelchair-friendly room. 

Family-Friendliness

Children of all ages are welcome at One Shot Tabakalera House. Children under two stay for free, and baby cribs are available for free, while extra beds incur an extra fee. Some of the larger duplex rooms are great for families. The hotel also opens onto the kid-friendly Tabakelera cultural space. 

Other Highlights

The hotel channels its location into its amenities, such as the unique "buffet in jars" breakfast concept in its restaurant, which provides a greener and safer option for guests. You can also explore the temporary art exhibitions.

 

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Hotel Information

Hotel stars icon 4-star Hotel
Hotel phone icon +34 943 930 028
Hotel address icon Paseo Duque de Mandas, 52 (Tabakalera)
Free wifi

Traveler Reviews

5 total ratings, 4 with reviews
4.2
Feature ratings
Authenticity & Character
4.2
Location
4.0
Staff
4.0
Cleanliness & Comfort
4.6
Denise
Denise N.
Round Rock, TX | Reviewed on Apr 25, 2024
We were wonderfully comfortable here and especially appreciated the restaurant. Besides great food that was conveniently collocated, we had the most amazing and considerate service from the restaurant staff. I especially want to commend Gustavo, Xabi, and the man who sold the coffee. Gustavo actually assisted me in tracking down more information about my long-lost Basque grandfather than I would have otherwise. Gustavo advised me that besides visiting the church in Huarte where my... Read more

We were wonderfully comfortable here and especially appreciated the restaurant. Besides great food that was conveniently collocated, we had the most amazing and considerate service from the restaurant staff.

I especially want to commend Gustavo, Xabi, and the man who sold the coffee. Gustavo actually assisted me in tracking down more information about my long-lost Basque grandfather than I would have otherwise.

Gustavo advised me that besides visiting the church in Huarte where my grandfather was baptized, I could also go to the Ayuntamiento in Huarte for his birth certificate and other vital information.

I am so grateful he took the trouble to explain this to me (in the middle of working hard to make and serve food) as the focus of the trip was to learn as much about my grandfather as I could. Without Gustavo’s guidance, the most important part of my trip would have been much less productive. I will be forever grateful to him.

Xabi was a joy to talk to as he not only served us cheerfully and enthusiastically, but also took great interest in our trip, as it was centered on visiting my grandfather’s homeland. Xabi’s interest enriched that experience, and I will remember him fondly always.

The gentleman who staffed the coffee bar was so kind and considerate. I didn’t catch his name, but he had dark hair and was of medium height. He treated me like royalty when I told him my grandfather was a Basque.

He truly made me feel personally connected to my Basque heritage from which I had been alienated my whole life due to my grandfather’s abandonment of his family and the resultant lack of information about him.

Authenticity & Character
The hotel is a historic site and the complex houses other Basque cultural resources.
Location
It’s near the train station and is also near another eateries, a store selling fresh produce, and a pharmacy.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in April 2024
Steven
Steven L.
Kaneohe, HI | Reviewed on Oct 27, 2023
We actually stayed at the hotel Zenit Convento. Marina switched the hotels due to construction in the area for the original hotel. Only issue we had was with the room keys which were very spotty when trying to open the door. Amazing breakfast, best on the trip I. Terms of quality and selection. Read more

We actually stayed at the hotel Zenit Convento. Marina switched the hotels due to construction in the area for the original hotel. Only issue we had was with the room keys which were very spotty when trying to open the door.

Amazing breakfast, best on the trip I. Terms of quality and selection.

Authenticity & Character
Modern clean design.
Location
Good location within walking distance of restaurants and shopping areas.
Staff
Very service oriented and friendly
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in October 2023
S
Sean S.
Aloha, OR | Reviewed on Jul 16, 2023
Great hotel and the lunch at the Basque Culinary School next door was our best meal in Spain. Read more

Great hotel and the lunch at the Basque Culinary School next door was our best meal in Spain.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in July 2023
M
Megan H.
Manhattan, NY | Reviewed on Jun 12, 2023
This hotel is a distance from the old town. The staff were not very knowledgeable or helpful. Read more

This hotel is a distance from the old town. The staff were not very knowledgeable or helpful.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in June 2023

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Hotel Information

Hotel stars icon 4-star Hotel
Hotel phone icon +34 943 930 028
Hotel address icon Paseo Duque de Mandas, 52 (Tabakalera)
Free wifi