The Best Castle
Hotels near Bilbao

Highly elegant. This impressive castle is located in Gautegiz Arteaga, in the Basque Country’s Urdaibai Nature Reserve. It offers a gourmet restaurant with a roof terrace boasting fantastic countryside views. Originally built in the 13th century, Hotel Castillo de Arteaga was restored in the 19th century in the Neogothic style. The charming, air-conditioned rooms feature free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a hairdryer, bathrobe and slippers. The hotel’s restaurant offers quality Basque cuisine. There is also an extensive wine cellar. The countryside around the Hotel Castillo de Arteaga is great for hiking, and you can drive to the coast in around 10 minutes. Guernica, the inspiration for Picasso’s famous painting, is also 10 minutes away. You can drive to Bilbao in 35 minutes. Show full description

Great views. This 17th-century palace offers wonderful views in a a quiet, natural setting. It is situated 12 km from the centre of Bilbao, 5 km from Bilbao Sondika Airport. Guests at Hotel Palacio Urgoiti have free access to the indoor heated pool and to the fitness centre. Free WiFi is provided and free parking is available on site. The rooms are bright and spacious and feature elegant décor. Each comes with air conditioning, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, safe, and a free bottle of water. The bathroom comes with free toiletries, magnifying mirror, bath or shower, and hairdryer. A range of typical Basque cuisine is served at the Harria restaurant. There is also a bar and terrace with bistro menu. Hotel Palacio Urgoiti is surrounded by a 9-hole Pitch & Putt and a 200 metres driving range. The beaches of the Costa Vasca are a 10-minute drive away. Show full description

Charming. Cosy rooms. Posada La Torre de La Quintana is housed in a listed historical building that breathes an air of nobility and aristocracy, surrounded by the beautiful lush Cantabrian countryside. It also offers apartments located 800 metres from the main building. You will step back in time with its adjacent 15th-century tower, 17th-century house, coat of arms and medieval artefacts. The hotel has been painstakingly renovated and is tasteful and sleek in decoration, blending in perfectly with its backdrop. There is free Wi-Fi in all shared areas. Guests at the apartments can make use of the internet connection in shared areas and the fitness centre of Posada La Torre de La Quintana main building. Show full description

Delightful property. Superb interior design. Built in the Baroque style of the 18th century, this former palace is surrounded by the wonderful countryside of the Carriedo Valley, in the green region of Cantabria. The Palacio de Soñanes was originally built in 1719 by a local noble family. To this day it retains many original stone features which add to the charm of this luxury hotel. You can also climb the enchanting Renaissance staircase at the building’s heart. Dine at the hotel’s splendid à la carte restaurant, Iniro, where you can choose from delicious local dishes and more modern cuisine. Accompany your meal with one of the 175 varieties of wine available in the palace’s own cellar. The decor in each of the guest rooms matches the palace’s traditional elegance. Rich fabrics blend with exquisite carpets and luxury, antique-style furnishings – ideal for a romantic getaway. Show full description

Beach front location. Relaxing atmosphere. Amazing pool. The traditional 18th Century building of Hotel Zubieta is situated in Lekeitio. All rooms are uniquely named and decorated, and have free Wi-Fi and satellite TV. A breakfast buffet featuring local produce can be served in the cafeteria or outside on the terrace. In the evenings hot and cold tapas is available. The cozy bar features original wooden beams and the hotel also has gardens where guests can relax. The Zubieta Hotel is just 30 minutes from Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve. It is also 1 hour from Bilbao and San Sebastián. Show full description

Relaxing atmosphere. Great location. H&AP Rural Merrutxu is a country house and winery located in Urdaibai Park, overlooking the Bay of Biscay. A 7-minute drive from Laga and Laida Beaches, this rural hotel offers attractive accommodation with free Wi-Fi. The H&AP Rural Merrutxu maintains many of the building’s original features, such as wooden beams. Its spacious suites and apartments have seating areas with TVs, and fully equipped bathrooms. Set in its own vineyards, the property offers impressive views of the surrounding countryside where you can go hiking. On request, you can also taste the winery's Txacoli, a typical Basque white wine, visit to the wine cellar and learn about the whole process. Breakfast is à la carte and it is served in the dining area under request. There is a self-service café and guests can relax in the hotel’s inviting lounge with a TV, a small library and board games. Show full description

Luxurious. Comfortable beds. Popular among couples. Iriarte Jauregia is a beautifully restored 17th-century palace is located in fabulous Basque countryside, 30 km from the coast. Enjoy fine dining, stunning views and eye-catching design. Browse the Wi-Fi for free. The Iriarte has carefully designed its interiors to balance both the old and new. Cutting-edge design such as contemporary furniture and fabrics are contrasted against original features of the building such as stone walls and beamed ceilings. All rooms have views of the valley or the garden. Featuring elegant décor in neutral tones, they come with a plasma-screen TV and a well-equipped bathroom. Set in beautiful gardens, the hotel features a fine-dining restaurant that serves creative cuisine, the Bailara, run by the chef Enrique Fleischmann. There is also an informal snack bar and a library with a reading lounge. Make a visit to the Basque city of San Sebastian, just 30 km away where you can browse the shops, galleries and typical tapas restaurants. Show full description

Historic. Great views. Hotel Torre Zumeltzegi is located in Old Town of Oñati, in the beautiful Basque countryside. This restored 13th-century property offers a garden and charming rooms with free Wi-Fi. The décor at the Torre Zumeltzegi combines the building’s mediaeval heritage with modern touches, with exposed stone walls, wooden beams and parquet floors. All air-conditioned rooms come with a TV and a private bathroom. The hotel’s restaurant serves traditional Basque food using fresh, seasonal produce. There is also a bar where you can get a drink to enjoy on the terrace, which offers fantastic views of the Oñati Valley and the Old Town. The countryside around Hotel Torre Zumeltzegi is great for hiking, and the Arrikrutz Caves are a 10-minute drive away. You can drive to Vitoria and the coast in around 35 minutes, and both Bilbao and San Sebastián are around 50 minutes’ drive away. Show full description

Friendly staff. This impressive 17th-century palace is located in Solares, 15 minutes’ drive from central Santander. It offers a charming garden, a Baroque chapel and stylish rooms with free Wi-Fi and cable TV. The hotel is housed within the Palace of the Marqueses de Valbuena. The elegant rooms at Los Guardeses feature parquet floors and modern décor. Each one comes with a desk and a private bathroom with toiletries and a hairdryer. With good access to the A-8 Motorway, the hotel is 15 minutes’ drive from Santander’s ferry terminal and 10 minutes from the airport. You can drive to the beach in Somo in 18 minutes and Cabárceno Nature Reserve is 10 km away. Show full description

Charming. The beautifully-restored, 16th-century Hotel Palacio de Elorriaga is a 20-minute walk from central Vitoria-Gasteiz. It is surrounded by gardens and offers free Wi-Fi. Guests at the hotel can admire the building’s striking décor, which combines natural wood and stone with stylish metal and glass. The air-conditioned rooms have antique furniture and modern facilities. Bathrooms have hydromassage showers. The Salburua Wetlands are just 100m from the Hotel Palacio de Elorriaga. Both the Ullíbarri-Gamboa Reservoir and the foothills of the Vitoria Mountains lie just a 12-minute drive away. The Gothic Cathedral of Santa Maria in Vitoria-Gasteiz is 6 km by car from the hotel. Show full description

Relaxing atmosphere. Great value. Offering views of the Merindades region, Posada El Prado Mayor is a charming 16th-century house set outside the village of Quintanilla del Rebollar. It grows organic produce in its vegetable garden. The Posada El Prado Mayor has a pretty setting surrounded by gardens. It features an original stone archway, beamed ceilings and exposed stone walls. Each elegant room has free Wi-Fi and heating. All rooms offer views. Breakfast is served in the Posada’s dining room and there is also a lounge area with a fireplace. Guests can enjoy views of the surrounding countryside from the terrace. Local activities include hiking, cycling and fishing, while Alto Campo Ski Resort can be reached in 1 hour by car. Bilbao, Santander and Burgos are less than 90 km from the Prado Mayor. Show full description

Beach front location. Charming. Stunning pool facilities. The charming San Román de Escalante dates from the 17th century and features striking, individually decorated rooms with pieces of art work. Surrounded by gardens, it features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool. Opening onto a balcony, the spacious rooms at San Román de Escalante have high ceilings and classic décor. Some include features such as beamed ceilings, marble pillars or 4-poster beds. All rooms have air conditioning, a TV, minibar, coffee maker and a private bathroom with free toiletries. There is also a relaxing lounge area and a terrace overlooking the lovely gardens. The surrounding area is ideal for horse riding and walking. The beaches at Santoña can be reached in 15 minutes by car, while the fishing villages of Noja and Laredo are within 15 km of the hotel. Show full description

This renovated 17th-century farmhouse is located in the Ayala Valley, less than 30 minutes’ drive from Bilbao. Set in the Basque countryside, it has a charming garden and terrace with great views. The modern rooms at Izalde feature free Wi-Fi, a TV and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower. They offer views of the countryside. There are many hiking routes in the countryside around Quejana, and you can also visit some local wineries. Vitoria-Gasteiz is a 40-minute drive away. Show full description

Set on a large estate with extensive gardens and protected woodland, Parador de Limpias is in the Cantabrian country town of Limpias. It has an outdoor pool, tennis courts and a padel court. The impressive Eguilor Palace Estate is the former summer residence of King Alfonso XIII. It features ornate gardens and a monumental gateway. The air-conditioned rooms at the Parador de Limpias feature a flat-screen TV and a minibar. Each one comes with a private bathroom. Parador de Limpias’ restaurant serves traditional Cantabrian food, using fresh, seasonal produce. There is also a bar where you can enjoy a snack or a drink. Central Laredo is a 10-minute drive from the hotel. There is easy access to the A-8 Motorway, taking you to Santander in 25 minutes and Bilbao in 35 minutes. Show full description

Close to beach front. Comfortable beds. Hotel Campomar is located on the beachfront in Isla, on Cantabria’s Green Coast. It features an outdoor pool with sun terrace, à la carte restaurant, 10,000m² of gardens and wonderful sea views. All of the rooms at the Hotel Campomar have satellite TV and heating. All are en suite and offer a hairdryer. Free WiFi is provided in public areas at the Hotel Campomar. Other facilities include a children’s swimming pool, minigolf and table tennis. Parking is free at the Campomar and Santander is just a 45-minute drive away. Show full description

Beach front location. Beautiful. Great restaurant. La Casona Las Cinco Calderas is a 17th century noble house converted into a rural hotel, located in the Cantabrian coastal countryside. It is on the route of the Camino de Santiago del Norte. The estate has 4,500 m2 of garden. It maintains original elements, such as the wooden beams, the coat of arms and masonry. It is located 28 kilometres from Santander. Somo beach is only 7.5 kms away, Langre beach is 4.3 kms away and Galizano beach is 2.6 kms away. Cabárceno Natural Park is 20 kms away, and Bilbao is 45 kms away by car. There are 4 golf courses nearby, in an area of 20 kms. Due to its location, it is an ideal area for hiking, fishing, surfing, golf... The house has different types of rooms, recently refurbished. All of them have en suite bathroom with free toiletries, wooden floors, Smart TV, excellent free WI-FI connection and heating. The hotel has a library with high-speed Wi-Fi connection specifically for teleworking, as well as a glassed-in lounge with a fireplace and beautiful views. There is a 24-hour bar and restaurant, where homemade breakfasts and dinners are served. Show full description

Elegant. Superb breakfast. With superb relaxation and spa facilities, including a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, this is a luxurious, modern and renovated historical building in a tranquil setting of Solares. Somo and Loredo Beaches are just 10 km from the hotel, while Santander is 18 km away. Free WiFi is provided and free public parking is available on site. The Castilla Termal Balneario de Solares rooms are comfortable and modern, with natural light and big windows overlooking the park or the garden. They include a air conditioning, a minibar, and a TV. The bathroom comes with free toiletries, bath, and hairdryer. Guests have access to the hotel's spa, the well-equipped fitness centre, and the indoor and outdoor swimming pools. At night, enjoy traditional regional specialties or international favourites at the Castilla Termal Balneario de Solares restaurant. ; .  Show full description

Very cosy. Great interior design. Popular among couples. Palacio De Trasvilla is in Escobedo De Villafufre, in the Cantabrian countryside, a 30-minute drive from Santander Airport. It features an outdoor pool, and offers free parking and free Wi-Fi. The hotel is a converted 18th-century noble house, decorated in traditional, elegant style. You will find wooden beams and stone walls throughout. All heated rooms at the Trasvilla have a flat-screen TV, wooden floors and countryside views. The private bathroom comes with a hairdryer, bathrobe and slippers. The Palacio has a café-bar, and there is a lounge where you can relax in front of the fireplace. The hotel is surrounded by nature. You may see foxes or badgers. There are vultures and falcons in the area too. Show full description

This restored 18th-century country house is located on the shores of Urrúnaga Reservoir, 20 minutes’ drive from central Vitoria. It offers modern, rustic rooms with free Wi-Fi and fantastic countryside views. The rooms at Casa Rural Bentazar feature rustic décor with wooden floors. Each one comes with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a hairdryer. The Bentazar’s restaurant serves traditional Basque food. You can also buy local products such as honey and wine on site. The charming garden features a barbecue. The town of Elosu has a pottery museum located 2 minutes’ drive from Casa Rural Bentazar. Larrabea Golf Club is an 8-minute drive away, and you can drive to Bilbao in 45 minutes. Show full description

Elegant. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. Offering a terrace and spa centre, Akelarre is situated in San Sebastián, 5 km from Calle Mayor. There are 2 restaurants on site and one of them is awarded with 3 Michelin stars. Free private parking is available on site. Each room at this hotel has sea view and is air conditioned and has a flat-screen TV. Some rooms have a seating area where you can relax. All rooms come with a private bathroom fitted with a bath. Extras include bathrobes and slippers. Free WiFi is provided. The suites include a walk-in closet and a private pool. The Wellness & Spa center includes a pool with hydrotherapy circuit, Turkish bath, sauna and 3 cabins for treatments. Other facilities include a wine cellar offering wine tasting for a surcharge. The hotel also offers car hire. Victoria Eugenia Theatre is 5 km from Akelarre, while Kursaal is 5 km from the property. San Sebastián Airport is 21 km away. Show full description