Name: Hotel Mercure Monte Igueldo
Address: San Sebastian, ES
Price range: From $182

Hotel Mercure Monte Igueldo, San SebastianHotel Mercure Monte Igueldo in San Sebastian, Spain has a corrected score of 2.9 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 20 of 22 hotels we score in San Sebastian. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 2.7 before correction: Booking.com 3.2, Tripadvisor 2.1, Google 2.8. Rooms from about $182 a night (cached, not a live quote).Situated 170 metres above sea level on Mount Igueldo, this 4-star hotel overlooks San Sebastián Bay and La Concha. The property contains 123 rooms and provides access to Ondarreta Beach, Miramar Palace, and a local fun park. Facilities include an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre, a sauna, and a hot tub. Guests can dine at the on-site restaurant or use the tennis and golf facilities. It suits travellers looking for elevated views and wellness amenities. While the location offers wide panoramas, some guests find the room decor feels old and service quality is inconsistent.What stands out

Panoramic views of the bay

On-site spa and pool

Proximity to local beaches

Watch out for

Dated room interiors

Inconsistent service quality

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