Some places have a way of changing our perception of time.

Perhaps it is the sound of the sea at sunrise, the sense of calm that fills every corner, or the feeling of having found a peaceful retreat in the heart of San Sebastián. These are places that invite you to slow down, savour the moment, and remember that true luxury is often something remarkably simple: having the time to enjoy every moment.

This summer, Hotel Villa Favorita celebrates its sixth anniversary. Six years may not seem like long, but they have been enough to witness hundreds of stories, thousands of conversations, and countless moments that have become part of the hotel’s identity.

Because, in the end, a hotel is not defined by how long it has been open, but by the memories it leaves with those who stay.

More Than a Hotel Overlooking La Concha Bay

From the very beginning, Villa Favorita was created with a clear vision: to offer a different way to experience San Sebastián.

Its privileged location overlooking La Concha Bay is, without question, one of its greatest assets. Waking up to sea views, strolling along the promenade, or watching the sun set from the comfort of your room are experiences that naturally become part of every stay.

Yet the essence of Villa Favorita goes far beyond its location.

With just 23 rooms, our boutique hotel embraces a style of hospitality where genuine care, personalised service and meticulous attention to detail take centre stage. Every stay is thoughtfully designed to offer guests a place to unwind, step away from the pace of everyday life, and experience San Sebastián from a slower, more authentic perspective.

Because we believe luxury is not always found in the extraordinary, but in the things that are crafted with care.

Six Years of Shared Stories

Over the past six years, we have had the privilege of welcoming travellers from all over the world.

Some have chosen Villa Favorita to celebrate a special occasion. Others have discovered it as the perfect base for exploring San Sebastián’s renowned gastronomy, wandering through the city’s streets, or simply unwinding by the Cantabrian Sea.

We have also been part of family reunions, anniversaries, spontaneous escapes, and holidays that became memories to treasure long after the journey had ended.

It is these stories, often quiet, deeply personal, and uniquely individual, that give true meaning to what we do.

Every guest who walks through our doors brings something new and reminds us that hospitality is about far more than providing an exceptional stay. It is about creating an environment where every guest feels welcome, comfortable, and genuinely cared for.

Evolving Without Losing Our Essence

Anniversaries are also a reminder that growth is part of every journey.

Over the years, Villa Favorita has continued to evolve while remaining true to the philosophy that inspired it from the very beginning: refining every detail without ever losing sight of what defines us.

The arrival of Restaurant 887 reflects that same commitment—to enrich our guests’ experience through a shared vision of care, excellence and authenticity.

Every decision we make is guided by the same purpose: to offer an ever more complete experience while preserving the sense of calm, understated elegance and distinctive character that define Villa Favorita.

Because evolving does not mean becoming someone else. It means finding new ways to express what you have always believed in.

Looking Ahead with the Same Passion

Six years on, we remain as inspired as we were on our very first day.

We still find joy in watching a guest discover the view across La Concha Bay for the first time. We still love recommending a favourite corner of San Sebastián, preparing a personalised welcome, or welcoming back guests who return because they found exactly what they had been looking for.

We look to the future with the same enthusiasm, hoping to continue growing alongside those who choose Villa Favorita, while staying true to our way of understanding hospitality: warm, thoughtful and quietly refined.

Because the most memorable places are never remembered simply for how long they have existed.

They are remembered for how they make people feel.

And that remains, today just as it was six years ago, the true purpose of Villa Favorita.