Must-see nightlife in San Sebastián

  • Old Town Coffee

    San Sebastián

    The name is a misnomer but this new-town place is spot-on for coffee. Set up by two Brazilian friends, it does small-batch roasting on site, and uses…

  • Bataplan Disco

    San Sebastián

    San Sebastián's top club, a classic disco housed in a grand seafront complex, sets the stage for memorable beachside partying. The club action kicks in…

  • Dabadaba

    San Sebastián

    Everyone's favourite indie venue, Dabadaba is a fine spot to escape the old-town crowds, with a laid-back ambiance, good craft brews and an inviting…

  • La Mera Mera

    San Sebastián

    Just off the beaten path, La Mera Mera is a shoebox-sized bar with a bohemian air thanks to the old photos on the walls and slender brassy light fixtures…

  • Pokhara

    San Sebastián

    A hip favourite near the cathedral, Pokhara draws a wide cross section of imbibers and party people to its weekend DJ sessions. During the week, it's a…

  • Pub Drop

    San Sebastián

    One of a number of haunts on a popular drinking strip near the cathedral, Pub Drop is the place to get to grips with the local beer. There are up to 50…

  • Botanika

    San Sebastián

    Escape the beachfront hordes at this gem of a cafe. Housed in a river-facing residential block, it's popular with locals of all ages, who flock to the…

  • Museo del Whisky

    San Sebastián

    Appropriately named, this atmospheric bar is full of bottles of Scotland’s finest (3400 bottles to be exact, though only 200 varieties are served) as well…

  • Gu

    San Sebastián

    Glorious beach views extend from this waterfront cocktail bar in the 1929-opened Real Club Náutico de San Sebastián building, designed to look like a boat…

  • Koh Tao

    San Sebastián

    Good at any time of the day, Koh Tao is a laid-back place with mismatched vintage furniture, comfy armchairs, street-art murals on its exposed-brick walls…

  • Splash

    San Sebastián

    A bright, modern bar with outdoor seating and pop beats inside. It's set on a mostly pedestrian lane with a handful of other appealing spots nearby. With…

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