Hotel Catalonia Donosti rooftop pool
Rooftop pool with sunbeds facing La Concha beach and the Cathedral
No. 4 of 8 on our San Sebastian rooftop pools list.
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- Who can swim
- Access not published
- Day pass
- No
- Heated
- Not published
- Season
- Closed 1 Oct to 31 May; dates subject to change
Catalonia suits anyone who wants La Concha beach and the Cathedral in view while they swim. The pool is on the roof terrace and closed 1 October to 31 May. Who may swim isn't published.
The pool
An urban pool on the azotea, with a solarium and sunbeds beside it. The terrace looks over La Concha beach, the Cathedral and the city centre. A rooftop bar opens in summer only, and the floor isn't published.
Our take
Catalonia has the most specific view on our list, naming both the beach and the Cathedral. Leonardo Hotel San Sebastián offers panoramic city views only, though it publishes tighter hours.
Access is unclear. Whether non-guests can use the rooftop pool isn't stated. The spa is a separate indoor area, with a jet pool, sauna and cold pool, and it costs 20€ if booked in advance. Don't confuse it with the rooftop pool.
Good to know
- Views over La Concha beach, the Cathedral and city centre
- Solarium with sunbeds by the pool
- Rooftop bar open in summer
The catches
- Closed 1 October to 31 May, dates can change
- Access rules for the rooftop pool aren't published
Best forGuests who want sunbeds and a view of the beach and Cathedral.
Skip it ifYou need confirmed non-guest access or you're visiting between October and May.
Getting in
Who can use the rooftop pool isn't published, and no day pass is listed. Rooftop pool hours aren't published either.
The indoor spa is separate. Access costs 20€ and must be booked in advance. Terrace-view and junior suite rooms include free spa access, 1 hour per day per person. The spa's minimum age is 16, and 16 to 18 year-olds need an adult.
Tips
- Visit between June and September. The pool is closed 1 October to 31 May, and the dates may shift.
- Book a terrace-view or junior suite room if you also want the spa, as it comes with 1 hour a day free.
Before you go. Ask the hotel if outside visitors can use the rooftop pool, and confirm the season dates for your trip.
Pool facts and where they come from
Facts marked "unconfirmed" come from a travel guide or booking site, not from the hotel. Check them with the hotel before you plan around them.
| Where the pool is | Rooftop terrace (azotea) Source: the hotel's website |
|---|---|
| Pool type | Urban pool on the rooftop terrace Source: the hotel's website |
| Season | Closed 1 Oct to 31 May; dates subject to change Source: the hotel's website |
| Age rules | Spa: minimum age 16; 16-18 year-olds need an adult Source: the hotel's website |
| Loungers and shade | Solarium with sunbeds (tumbonas) by the pool Source: the hotel's website |
| The view | Views over La Concha beach, the Cathedral and city centre Source: the hotel's website |
| Rooftop bar | Rooftop bar open in summer only Source: the hotel's website |
| Who can swim | The hotel does not publish who can swim. Ask before you go. |
| Heated | Not published by the hotel |
Location and contact
| Address | San Bartolome Gaina K., 9, 20009 Donostia / San Sebastián, GipuzkoaOpen in Google Maps |
|---|---|
| Pool level | Rooftop |
| Hotel class | 4 stars |
| Google rating | 4.6 from 1,346 reviews Ratings are for the whole hotel, not just the pool. |
| Phone | +34943444294 |
| Website | cataloniahotels.com |
Hotel Catalonia Donosti pool: questions people ask
Can non-guests swim at Hotel Catalonia Donosti?
That isn't published, and no day pass is listed. Ask before you go.
Is the Catalonia Donosti pool open in winter?
No, it is closed 1 October to 31 May, though the hotel says dates are subject to change.
Is the Catalonia rooftop pool the same as the spa pool?
No, the spa is an indoor area with a jet pool and a cold pool. The rooftop pool is on the terrace.
What is the age limit at Hotel Catalonia Donosti?
The spa's minimum age is 16, and 16 to 18 year-olds need an adult. No age rule is published for the rooftop pool.