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Our top choices for Bilbao historic hotels

A dining area with a table set for breakfast, a view of the opera house, and a balcony with plants.

1. The Artist Grand Hotel of Art

The Artist Grand Hotel of Art
5.0 star property
Bilbao City Centre
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,010 reviews)
"Excellent location great staff"
United States
Juan
The price is AED 574
AED 631 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
The Artist Grand Hotel of Art
A modern kitchen with a microwave, stove, and dining area with a table and chairs.

2. Bilbao City Center by abba Suites

Bilbao City Center by abba Suites
3.5 star property
Uribarri
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (333 reviews)
"One of the best values in all of our Spain travels! The upgrade to the apartment from studio was well worth the nominal fee. Staff was wonderful and location ideal!"
United States
Fred
The price is AED 282
AED 310 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Bilbao City Center by abba Suites
A library with bookshelves, leather chairs, and tables.

3. Goien Boutique Hotel

Goien Boutique Hotel
3.5 star property
Bilbao City Centre
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (247 reviews)
"Absolutely lovely hotel, amazing brekkie and very comfy bed. Excellent location with friendly staff."
United Kingdom
Marion
The price is AED 489
AED 538 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Goien Boutique Hotel
A modern bar area with seating and a view of the street outside.

4. Catalonia Gran Vía Bilbao

Catalonia Gran Vía Bilbao
4.5 star property
Bilbao City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (677 reviews)
"Great hotel near everything. Would definitely stay again."
United States
Michael
The price is AED 485
AED 533 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Catalonia Gran Vía Bilbao
A room with a large window, a bed, and a view of an arched doorway leading to an outdoor area.

5. Hotel Tayko Bilbao

Hotel Tayko Bilbao
4.0 star property
Bilbao City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Great hotel"
Canada
JKds
The price is AED 449
AED 494 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Hotel Tayko Bilbao
Room

6. Batimont Suites & Apartments

Batimont Suites & Apartments
4.0 star property
Bilbao City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (197 reviews)
"Really nice people, great location, beautiful hotel"
United States
claire
The price is AED 275
AED 302 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Batimont Suites & Apartments
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a coffee maker, and a view of the city through the window.

7. Pensión Ama Bilbao

Pensión Ama Bilbao
3.0 star property
Bilbao City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (303 reviews)
"Great stay in a wonderful old part of City."
United States
Barbara
The price is AED 218
AED 240 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Pensión Ama Bilbao
A modern interior with a sofa, coffee table, and chairs, a large bookshelf, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

8. Hotel ILUNION San Mamés

Hotel ILUNION San Mamés
4.0 star property
Basurtu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"Overall a very enjoyable stay"
United Kingdom
Ifeoma
The price is AED 258
AED 284 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Hotel ILUNION San Mamés
An outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, overlooking a river and a bridge.

9. Hotel Vincci Consulado De Bilbao

Hotel Vincci Consulado De Bilbao
4.0 star property
Bilbao City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (690 reviews)
"The staff at the hotel were very friendly. The breakfast was very good and the location is great!!"
Canada
Raul
The price is AED 375
AED 413 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hotel Vincci Consulado De Bilbao
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a washing machine, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

10. Bilbao ROOMS & KITCHEN Altube

Bilbao ROOMS & KITCHEN Altube
2.0 star property
Rekaldeberri
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Facile accesso, con tutto quello che serve"
Italy
Enrico Edoardo
The price is AED 174
AED 191 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Bilbao ROOMS & KITCHEN Altube
A modern hotel facade with large windows, a visible entrance, and a sign reading "MIROHOTEL".

11. Hotel Miro

Hotel Miro
4.0 star property
Bilbao City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,007 reviews)
"Great location a a hotel"
Canada
David
The price is AED 408
AED 449 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Hotel Miro
Exterior

12. Bilder Boutique Hotel

Bilder Boutique Hotel
2.0 star property
Bilbao City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (114 reviews)
"Well located hotel which had a nicely furnished modern room. Staff were helpful on arrival and the room was cleaned to a good standard each day."
United Kingdom
Karen Ann
The price is AED 357
AED 392 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Bilder Boutique Hotel
A modern room with a large window, a sofa, a lamp, and a small table with a cup and a book.

13. Hesperia Bilbao

Hesperia Bilbao
4.0 star property
Uribarri
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location, wonderful view, excellent value , plus the on site restaurant exceeded expectations. Will not only stay here again when in the area, we will be considering other Hesperian properties when we next visit Spain."
United States
Joan
The price is AED 273
AED 301 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Hesperia Bilbao
A hotel named 'Sercotel Ayala' with a modern interior visible through the glass facade, including seating areas and a reception desk.

14. Sercotel Ayala Bilbao

Sercotel Ayala Bilbao
4.0 star property
Bilbao City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (638 reviews)
"We had a great two-night stay at this lovely hotel in Bilbao."
United States
Kathleen
The price is AED 263
AED 289 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Sercotel Ayala Bilbao
A hotel room with a large bed, a small desk, a shower area, and a view of the outdoors.

15. LETOH Bilbao

LETOH Bilbao
2.0 star property
Bilbao City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (145 reviews)
"Super friendly and welcoming staff, great location for a quick trip and everything is in walking distance. Would highly recommend!"
United Kingdom
Trang
The price is AED 230
AED 253 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
LETOH Bilbao
A hotel room with a sofa, a bedside table, a lamp, a bed, a rug, a wall art piece, and a door labeled 'SALIDA'.

16. CP Apartments Bilbao

CP Apartments Bilbao
2.0 star property
Basurtu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Very clean and spacious. Great amenities (kitchenette, fridge, stove top, utensils). 4 minutes walk to the intermodal (public transport). Location is safe and within 30-minute walk from the Guggenheim and bridges to old towns."
United States
Norzehan
The price is AED 225
AED 248 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
CP Apartments Bilbao
A modern bar area with a blue cushioned bench, black leather chairs, and pendant lights.

17. Mercure Bilbao Jardines De Albia

Mercure Bilbao Jardines De Albia
4.0 star property
Bilbao City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location"
United Kingdom
Peter
The price is AED 289
AED 317 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Mercure Bilbao Jardines De Albia
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window.

18. CASUAL FUENTES

CASUAL FUENTES
2.0 star property
Bilbao City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (189 reviews)
"Perfect Hotel in the heart of Bilbao."
United States
Jose
The price is AED 199
AED 219 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
CASUAL FUENTES
Rooftop terrace

19. Axel Hotel Bilbao – Adults Only

Axel Hotel Bilbao – Adults Only
4.0 star property
San Francisco
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (455 reviews)
"Room with a great view of the river and city. Great location and very friendly staff. I definitely stay here again"
United States
JESUS ANTONIO
The price is AED 281
AED 309 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Axel Hotel Bilbao – Adults Only
A modern bar area with a counter, seating, and a sign reading 'VOCO BY IHG'.

20. voco Bilbao City by IHG

voco Bilbao City by IHG
3.0 star property
Iralabarri
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (501 reviews)
"This was a great hotel for our stay. Location was great, room was awesome, and the staff was super helpful."
Canada
Braydon
The price is AED 206
AED 227 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
voco Bilbao City by IHG
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Top Bilbao Hotel Reviews

Hotel Miro

Hotel Miro

10/10 Excellent
"Great location, close to the Guggenheim Museum. Very professional staff. Easy public parking in front of the hotel."
Flavio 3-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Hotel Miro

Frequently asked questions

What should a history buff expect from a stay in Bilbao?
Tourists love the significant historical sites they discover on a trip to Bilbao. Be sure to check out the array of shops and fascinating museums while you're here. And also relish a stop at the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
How many historical hotels will I find in Bilbao?
In Bilbao, you'll find 455 lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.
What are the must-see historical places and other sights in Bilbao?
Bilbao is notable for landmarks like Arriaga Theater, Palacio de la Diputación Foral de Vizcaya, and Bizkaia Frontoia. Known for its museums, cultural venues include Bilborock, Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, and Bilbao Fine Arts Museum. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Gran Casino Bilbao and Bilbao City Hall.
What is a historic hotel like in Bilbao?
When you book a historic hotel, you'll spend a night or two in a building that has an officially recognized national historic designation. A palace, castle, grand home or even an old police station, pub, lodge, or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel provided that it's of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often found in the guestrooms or communal spaces of historic hotels in Bilbao, giving a sense of history.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
You'll often hear the term "heritage hotel" in Asia and Europe, while "historic hotel" is more common in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The physical building and architecture of a historic hotel is generally what's most important. For a heritage hotel, often it's the cultural value and how it inspired the community.
Do historic hotels in Bilbao have modern facilities?
Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you've come to expect, but every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the popular amenities found at a contemporary hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Bilbao, don't worry that you'll find a place that's uncomfortable or rundown.

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