Hilton has signed a franchise agreement with Sociedad Anónima Deportes y Espectáculos, S.A. – a wholly owned subsidiary of Grupo SADE – to open its first hotel in San Sebastián, Spain. Set to open its doors in 2024, Palacio Bellas Artes Hotel San Sebastián, Curio Collection by Hilton, will undergo a redevelopment programme which pays homage to the building’s considerable history and architectural heritage.
“San Sebastián is a city with a wealth of cultural attractions, making it the perfect home for Curio Collection by Hilton. From its thriving restaurant scene – featuring more Michelin stars per square metre than any other global city – to its lively pintxo bars, jazz festivals and food markets – our international guests will enjoy soaking up the atmosphere while exploring the city,” said Patrick Fitzgibbon, senior vice president, development, EMEA, Hilton.
Curio Collection by Hilton has expanded exponentially throughout Europe, with new hotel openings this year in Lisbon, Madrid, Santorini, Krakow, London and Reykjavik. Palacio Bellas Artes Hotel San Sebastián, Curio Collection by Hilton will be an exciting addition to the group’s ever-growing portfolio.
“We are pleased to be reviving the Bellas Artes, one of the city’s most emblematic buildings. We are also excited to be working with Hilton to open under its Curio Collection, which will allow us to celebrate the individual qualities of this important building. The franchise model enables SADE to manage the hotel and maintain its brand purpose; to offer enjoyable experiences through its century-old connection to the city’s cultural scene,” said Esteban Basterretxea Badiola, general manager at Grupo SADE.
Palacio Bellas Artes Hotel San Sebastian,
Curio Collection by Hilton
Palacio Bellas Artes Hotel San Sebastián, Curio Collection by Hilton will be located within the former Fine Arts Theatre, in the Amara district of San Sebastián. Designed by the local architect and a founder of the distinctive Basque architecture Ramón Cortázar, the theatre dates back to 1914. The 82-room hotel will include eight suites, meeting space, a gym and a bar and restaurant.
