The 152-room Ibis Bilbao Centro is a clean, modern, functional budget hotel. Its trendy lobby makes a splashy first impression, with lounge spaces opening to a bar and restaurant offering a 24-hour snack menu. But there are few other on-site amenities. Rooms are clean but extremely simple with wood floors, compact bathrooms with shower stalls, and basic amenities like flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi, but no extras like coffeemakers or mini-fridges. On-site parking, pet stays, and breakfast all cost extra fees. The location is convenient, an easy walk to restaurants and shops, and a 15-minute walk from many of Bilbao's most famous sights, like Casco Viejo and the Guggenheim Museum. Travelers looking for an even cheaper stay might consider sharing a dorm at the nearby Bilbao Central Hostel.
The 152-room Ibis Bilbao Centro is a clean, modern, functional budget hotel. Its trendy lobby makes a splashy first impression, with lounge spaces opening to a bar and restaurant offering a 24-hour snack menu. But there are few other on-site amenities. Rooms are clean but extremely simple with wood floors, compact bathrooms with shower stalls, and basic amenities like flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi, but no extras like coffeemakers or mini-fridges. On-site parking, pet stays, and breakfast all cost extra fees. The location is convenient, an easy walk to restaurants and shops, and a 15-minute walk from many of Bilbao's most famous sights, like Casco Viejo and the Guggenheim Museum. Travelers looking for an even cheaper stay might consider sharing a dorm at the nearby Bilbao Central Hostel.
Hotel Ercilla Lopez de Haro is a three-and-a-half-pearl boutique-style property located on a quiet street in Bilbao's buzzing city center. It's within walking distance of restaurants and top sights, including charming Old Town and the iconic Guggenheim Museum. The hotel's eclectic interiors won't appeal to all tastes, and some common spaces look dated. Its 53 guest rooms and suites are stylish, and feature luxe touches like Nespresso machines and marble bathrooms, though some have unattractive views. There's no gym; if that's a deal-breaker, check out the Melia Bilbao, which also has a spa and a small rooftop pool.
Hotel Ercilla Lopez de Haro is a three-and-a-half-pearl boutique-style property located on a quiet street in Bilbao's buzzing city center. It's within walking distance of restaurants and top sights, including charming Old Town and the iconic Guggenheim Museum. The hotel's eclectic interiors won't appeal to all tastes, and some common spaces look dated. Its 53 guest rooms and suites are stylish, and feature luxe touches like Nespresso machines and marble bathrooms, though some have unattractive views. There's no gym; if that's a deal-breaker, check out the Melia Bilbao, which also has a spa and a small rooftop pool.
Sitting just across the road from Bilbao's Guggenheim Museum, this upscale hotel takes a cue from its neighbor with inspired architecture and art-filled halls. Javier Mariscal-designed interiors are modern and design-forward, and include several striking dining and drinking spaces. The 145 guest rooms, on the other hand, have a more subdued nature, with clean-lined blonde wood furnishings and a handful of modern comforts -- including Philippe Starck tubs in the sleek bathrooms. Some offer wonderful views of the museum. Guests should note that a number of rooms overlook an interior atrium and lack natural light. There are no spa facilities on-site and the fitness room is small, but it's pleasantly sunlit and offers modern machines. For something with more amenities, check out the Melia Bilbao, which has a small rooftop pool, serves a free breakfast, and has in-room Nespresso machines.
Sitting just across the road from Bilbao's Guggenheim Museum, this upscale hotel takes a cue from its neighbor with inspired architecture and art-filled halls. Javier Mariscal-designed interiors are modern and design-forward, and include several striking dining and drinking spaces. The 145 guest rooms, on the other hand, have a more subdued nature, with clean-lined blonde wood furnishings and a handful of modern comforts -- including Philippe Starck tubs in the sleek bathrooms. Some offer wonderful views of the museum. Guests should note that a number of rooms overlook an interior atrium and lack natural light. There are no spa facilities on-site and the fitness room is small, but it's pleasantly sunlit and offers modern machines. For something with more amenities, check out the Melia Bilbao, which has a small rooftop pool, serves a free breakfast, and has in-room Nespresso machines.
Consisting of three stone cottages, the value Hotel Artetxe is a low-frills, charming farmhouse property that, despite its serene countryside location, is only a 10-minute drive into Bilbao. The hotel’s glass-walled breakfast room looks out over the city, as do many of the 12 rooms. Rooms have flat-screen TVs, desks, and showers, plus chic decor accents in some, but no air-conditioning or mini-fridges. There's little in the way of amenities, aside from an expansive breakfast buffet (fee), free Wi-Fi, and free parking. Travelers looking for a budget option closer to the action might want to try the Ibis Bilbao Centro, though rooms are less charming.
Consisting of three stone cottages, the value Hotel Artetxe is a low-frills, charming farmhouse property that, despite its serene countryside location, is only a 10-minute drive into Bilbao. The hotel’s glass-walled breakfast room looks out over the city, as do many of the 12 rooms. Rooms have flat-screen TVs, desks, and showers, plus chic decor accents in some, but no air-conditioning or mini-fridges. There's little in the way of amenities, aside from an expansive breakfast buffet (fee), free Wi-Fi, and free parking. Travelers looking for a budget option closer to the action might want to try the Ibis Bilbao Centro, though rooms are less charming.
This ultra-modern, 10-floor, 211-room hotel in the heart of Bilbao is all about clean lines and interesting architecture. Right in the center of town and very close to the Guggenheim Museum, the Melia Bilbao feels to many like a modern art museum versus a hotel. Designed by a Mexican architect with inspiration drawn from the Basque sculptor Chillida, the hotel is filled with bright colors, interesting angles and, a sleek, minimalistic vibe. Though advertised as a five-star property, it doesn't quite live up to that level of luxury with bland rooms, no spa, and long lines at the front desk and elevators. However, rooms do have gorgeous bathrooms and the Michelin-rated restaurant is a true standout.
This ultra-modern, 10-floor, 211-room hotel in the heart of Bilbao is all about clean lines and interesting architecture. Right in the center of town and very close to the Guggenheim Museum, the Melia Bilbao feels to many like a modern art museum versus a hotel. Designed by a Mexican architect with inspiration drawn from the Basque sculptor Chillida, the hotel is filled with bright colors, interesting angles and, a sleek, minimalistic vibe. Though advertised as a five-star property, it doesn't quite live up to that level of luxury with bland rooms, no spa, and long lines at the front desk and elevators. However, rooms do have gorgeous bathrooms and the Michelin-rated restaurant is a true standout.
The 151-room Hotel Hesperia Bilbao is a three-and-a-half-pearl property from the NH chain situated along Bilbao's riverfront, a 10-minute walk from the Guggenheim. Sleek and steely contemporary interiors include a restaurant that serves modern Basque fare and a bright bar serving drinks and sushi alongside occasional live music. Business travelers are well catered to with eight meeting room and a business center, but there's no fitness center on-site. Guest rooms feature sleek bathrooms plus air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi, though not all have tea/coffee-making facilities. Though upper-category rooms offer lovely river views, their colorful windows might not suit all tastes. For something with more features, check out Melia Bilbao, which has a small rooftop pool, a fitness center, and serves a free breakfast, though rates are more expensive.
The 151-room Hotel Hesperia Bilbao is a three-and-a-half-pearl property from the NH chain situated along Bilbao's riverfront, a 10-minute walk from the Guggenheim. Sleek and steely contemporary interiors include a restaurant that serves modern Basque fare and a bright bar serving drinks and sushi alongside occasional live music. Business travelers are well catered to with eight meeting room and a business center, but there's no fitness center on-site. Guest rooms feature sleek bathrooms plus air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi, though not all have tea/coffee-making facilities. Though upper-category rooms offer lovely river views, their colorful windows might not suit all tastes. For something with more features, check out Melia Bilbao, which has a small rooftop pool, a fitness center, and serves a free breakfast, though rates are more expensive.
Set in the heart of Bilbao's commercial center, the Villa de Bilbao is a smart, modern four-pearl hotel. It's a few minutes' walk to Bilbao's conference center and soccer stadium, making it ideal for a range of guests from business travelers to holidaymakers and those in the city for an event. Its 142 rooms are all well-designed in chic white, and include free Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, and Nespresso machines. Junior Suites have small balconies and jetted baths, which are a treat. The restaurant serves a fresh, organic Basque menu plus a varied breakfast buffet, and there's a free gym for guests a 10-minute walk away. The ultra-modern look won't be everyone's cup of tea, and travelers looking for something more traditional might check out the Carlton Hotel.
Set in the heart of Bilbao's commercial center, the Villa de Bilbao is a smart, modern four-pearl hotel. It's a few minutes' walk to Bilbao's conference center and soccer stadium, making it ideal for a range of guests from business travelers to holidaymakers and those in the city for an event. Its 142 rooms are all well-designed in chic white, and include free Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, and Nespresso machines. Junior Suites have small balconies and jetted baths, which are a treat. The restaurant serves a fresh, organic Basque menu plus a varied breakfast buffet, and there's a free gym for guests a 10-minute walk away. The ultra-modern look won't be everyone's cup of tea, and travelers looking for something more traditional might check out the Carlton Hotel.
A busy boutique hotel, the three-and-a-half-pearl Hotel Miro is sleek and modern -- just like its neighbor, The Guggenheim Museum. Decor is contemporary and bright throughout the hotel, from the lobby to the 50 guest rooms, which come with free Wi-Fi, sharp bathrooms, and iPod docks. Two Master Suites occupy the top floor, and these -- along with some of the more expensive rooms -- have great city views, including Frank Gehry's distinctive architecture nearby. The hotel has a small gym and a spa with a steam room, as well as a pleasant lobby lounge. There is no restaurant and the pricey breakfast is a disappointment. Travelers who'd prefer a more historical property should consider the Carlton Hotel, in the heart of Bilbao's shopping area, though rates are slightly higher.
A busy boutique hotel, the three-and-a-half-pearl Hotel Miro is sleek and modern -- just like its neighbor, The Guggenheim Museum. Decor is contemporary and bright throughout the hotel, from the lobby to the 50 guest rooms, which come with free Wi-Fi, sharp bathrooms, and iPod docks. Two Master Suites occupy the top floor, and these -- along with some of the more expensive rooms -- have great city views, including Frank Gehry's distinctive architecture nearby. The hotel has a small gym and a spa with a steam room, as well as a pleasant lobby lounge. There is no restaurant and the pricey breakfast is a disappointment. Travelers who'd prefer a more historical property should consider the Carlton Hotel, in the heart of Bilbao's shopping area, though rates are slightly higher.
The upper-middle-range Sercotel Coliseo occupies a strikingly elegant former theater in Bilbao center, a short stroll from its main train station, plus within walking distance of quaint Old Town district and the iconic Guggenheim Museum. The 97 rooms and suites are polished and modern, albeit a little short on character, with sleek bathrooms and pillow menus. Facilities are limited, with little more than an open-plan lounge and breakfast area, plus a small gym. It adds up a slick and well-positioned, if otherwise unremarkable, package. It's worth comparing rates with the Carlton Hotel, which offers more lavish interiors closer to the city center.
The upper-middle-range Sercotel Coliseo occupies a strikingly elegant former theater in Bilbao center, a short stroll from its main train station, plus within walking distance of quaint Old Town district and the iconic Guggenheim Museum. The 97 rooms and suites are polished and modern, albeit a little short on character, with sleek bathrooms and pillow menus. Facilities are limited, with little more than an open-plan lounge and breakfast area, plus a small gym. It adds up a slick and well-positioned, if otherwise unremarkable, package. It's worth comparing rates with the Carlton Hotel, which offers more lavish interiors closer to the city center.
Located in the suburbs of Bilbao, the three-and-a-half-pearl Hotel Gran Bilbao is a large, modern hotel with views over a nearby park. Although outside the city center, it's a 15-minute walk to the charming Old Town -- and with both bus and tram stops within a 10-minute walk, shopping, dining, and attractions are easy enough to reach. The hotel's best feature is its large rooms, which feature air-conditioning, free Wi-Fi, and spacious bathrooms. There are plenty of meeting spaces, and details like floor-to-ceiling windows in the breakfast room make the most of the mountain views. For travelers looking to be closer to the commercial shopping areas of the city, a look at the Hotel Ercilla would be worthwhile.
Located in the suburbs of Bilbao, the three-and-a-half-pearl Hotel Gran Bilbao is a large, modern hotel with views over a nearby park. Although outside the city center, it's a 15-minute walk to the charming Old Town -- and with both bus and tram stops within a 10-minute walk, shopping, dining, and attractions are easy enough to reach. The hotel's best feature is its large rooms, which feature air-conditioning, free Wi-Fi, and spacious bathrooms. There are plenty of meeting spaces, and details like floor-to-ceiling windows in the breakfast room make the most of the mountain views. For travelers looking to be closer to the commercial shopping areas of the city, a look at the Hotel Ercilla would be worthwhile.