Bilbao Hotels and Accommodation

(Bilbao, Biscay, Basque Country, Spain)

The modern city of Bilbao has undergone much development during the latter part of the 20th century and a true metropolis has emerged, full of hotels and accommodation options to cater for Bilbao's increased visitor numbers.

Plenty of hotels are available in Bilbao at all levels, with accommodation both in the heart of the city and on the outskirts of Bilbao.

Where to Stay

Many people choose to visit Bilbao's glitzy eye-catching Guggenheim Museum art gallery, which attracts huge numbers of tourists each year. A selection of hotels and places to stay can be found close to the Guggenheim, together with other nearby attractions and sights.

A range of inexpensive accommodation and hotels can be found in and around central Bilbao, offering basic facilities and affordable prices, particularly when booked in advance. Many of the best hotels in Bilbao can be found in and around the Casco Viejo area, especially along the Calle Bidebarrieta, including cheap hostels for backpackers.

Further hotels can be found alongside the scenic Nervion Estuary, around the Plaza Circular, in the university district and close to the actual campus of the Universidad de Deusto, in the nearby regions of Deusto and Getxo, and on the outskirts of the city. Those who value their sleep would be wise to avoid the hotels along Calle Barrencalle, which is known for being a particularly lively nightspot. A small number of hotels can also be found close to Bilbao Airport (BIO), which is just a few miles from the city and popular with business travellers.

Numerous beachfront and coastal hotels are just a short trip from central Bilbao. Offering enviable locations, the hotels are within easy reach of Bilbao are particularly concentrated around the Playa de Bakio, the Playa de La Arena Muskiz and the Playa de Gorliz y Plentzia - which offers a fishing harbour and marinas.