The Maria Christina is historic and beautiful. The rooms are absolutely lovely - with high ceilings, tall windows and modern/classic decor. Rooms were quite large by European standards. We had a suite, it was enormous! (We would have been fine with a regular room). The staff was perfect. Shortly after we arrived, they sent us delicious sweets and a bottle of wine, what a treat. The in-room dining and bar menu reflected the love of fine food found throughout Spanish Basque Country. The pastries were divine, the coffee delish. The lobby bar was elegant but absolutely approachable. The Maria Cristina is more expensive than the rest of the hotels in San Sebastián. If you value and enjoy seamless service and hospitality, it is worth every euro. The hotel is located close to the beach and also close to the old section of town, with its narrow cobbled streets and numerous pintxos bars. We will return!