We have created a list with the best newly opened hotels in Bilbao, Spain. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Mia Dahl & Jens Bengtsson. Updated March 2024.
Opened October 2022. Popular among solo travellers. Conveniently set in Bilbao, Bilder Boutique Hotel provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a restaurant. This 2-star hotel offers a bar. The property is non-smoking and is located 100 metres from Arriaga Theatre. At the hotel, each room includes a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Every room is equipped with a safety deposit box, while selected rooms have a terrace and others also offer city views. All units will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. An à la carte breakfast is available daily at Bilder Boutique Hotel. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Abando Train Station, Catedral de Santiago and Guggenheim Museum Bilbao. The nearest airport is Bilbao Airport, 9 km from Bilder Boutique Hotel.Show full description
Opened November 2021. Boutique hotel. Delightful property. Radisson Collection Bilbao has a fitness centre, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Bilbao. This 5-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The property is 500 metres from the city centre and 1.1 km from Bilbao Fine Arts Museum. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Radisson Collection Bilbao offers some units with city views, and all rooms have a kettle. At the accommodation the rooms come with bed linen and towels. Radisson Collection Bilbao offers a buffet or à la carte breakfast. Guests can make sightseeing and ticketing arrangements at the tour desk, or conduct business at the business centre. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Arriaga Theatre, San Mamés Metro Station and San Mamés Stadium. The nearest airport is Bilbao Airport, 8 km from Radisson Collection Bilbao.Show full description
I think this is the most BEAUTIFUL newly opened hotel in Bilbao. It also has super comfortable beds and a great location.
Opened March 2021. Boutique hotel. Charming. Set in Bilbao, 600 metres from San Mamés Metro Station, Catalonia Gran Vía Bilbao offers accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The property is 700 metres from the city centre and 700 metres from San Mamés Stadium. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. Catalonia Gran Vía Bilbao provides some units that feature a balcony, and each room comes with a kettle. At the accommodation the rooms come with bed linen and towels. A buffet breakfast is available every morning at Catalonia Gran Vía Bilbao. The hotel offers a terrace. Popular points of interest near Catalonia Gran Vía Bilbao include Euskalduna Conference Centre and Concert Hall, Bilbao Fine Arts Museum and Guggenheim Museum Bilbao. The nearest airport is Bilbao Airport, 7 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Opened February 2021. Great value. Popular among solo travellers. Conveniently situated in the centre of Bilbao, Hotel Ilunion San Mamés provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace. This 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The property is non-smoking and is located less than 1 km from San Mamés Metro Station. At the hotel, each room is equipped with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Guest rooms include a wardrobe. A buffet, vegetarian or vegan breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. At Hotel Ilunion San Mamés you will find a restaurant serving Spanish cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include San Mamés Stadium, Euskalduna Conference Centre and Concert Hall and Bilbao Fine Arts Museum. The nearest airport is Bilbao Airport, 10 km from Hotel Ilunion San Mamés.Show full description
Opened October 2019. Popular among families. Conveniently set in the Bilbao City Centre district of Bilbao, Sercotel Ayala is located 270 metres from Campos Eliseos Theatre, 1 km from Arriaga Theatre and 1.4 km from Funicular de Artxanda. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk as well as free WiFi throughout the property. A buffet breakfast is available daily at the hotel. All the rooms in this property are equipped with a desk, Smart TV and minibar. The property is 1 km from Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, 1.6 km from Euskalduna Conference Centre and Concert Hall and 1.5 km from Bilbao Fine Arts Museum. The train station is in close proximity of the hotel.The nearest airport is Bilbao Airport, 13 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Opened February 2019. Trendy. Great location. NYX Hotel Bilbao by Leonardo Hotels has a fitness centre, shared lounge, a restaurant and bar in Bilbao. This 4-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The property is 200 metres from Arriaga Theatre, and within less than 1 km of the city centre. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. At NYX Hotel Bilbao by Leonardo Hotels the rooms have bed linen and towels. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a buffet breakfast. The area is popular for cycling, and car hire is available at NYX Hotel Bilbao by Leonardo Hotels. A business centre and vending machines with snacks and drinks are available on site at the hotel. Popular points of interest near NYX Hotel Bilbao by Leonardo Hotels include Abando Train Station, Catedral de Santiago and Guggenheim Museum Bilbao. The nearest airport is Bilbao Airport, 9 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Opened December 2018. Boutique hotel. Charming. Situated in Bilbao, 200 metres from Arriaga Theatre, Hotel Tayko Bilbao was built in 1924. The property is within just 0.2 km of Catedral de Santiago and 15 minutes' walk from Guggenheim Museum. All rooms in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV, private bathroom with free toiletries. Michelin-star restaurant Ola and La bodega de Ola at Hotel Tayko Bilbao are both managed by the Michelin-starred chef Martin Berasategui. Speaking German, English, Spanish and Basque, staff at the 24-hour front desk can help you plan your stay. Euskalduna Conference Centre and Concert Hall is 2.2 km from Hotel Tayko Bilbao, while Bilbao Fine Arts Museum is 2.2 km from the property. The nearest airport is Bilbao Airport, 13 km from the accommodation.Show full description
I think this is one of the most charming, cool and cosy boutique hotels in Bilbao! It also has amazing staff. AMAZING.
A tip: Explore by neighbourhood. You can find newly opened hotels within or near different neighbourhoods of Bilbao here: Bilbao City CentreOld TownEnsanche
Opened July 2018. Cool. Great restaurant. Attractively situated in Bilbao, Vincci Consulado de Bilbao features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, private parking and room service. This 4-star hotel offers a tour desk and luggage storage space. The hotel has a terrace and city views, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar. At the hotel, rooms have a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Each room is fitted with a safety deposit box and certain rooms are fitted with river views. The rooms will provide guests with a minibar. The daily breakfast offers buffet, vegetarian or gluten-free options. Staff at the 24-hour front desk speak English and Spanish. Popular points of interest near Vincci Consulado de Bilbao include Bilbao Fine Arts Museum, Euskalduna Conference Centre and Concert Hall and Guggenheim Museum Bilbao. The nearest airport is Bilbao Airport, 7 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Great value. Offering free WiFi, a gym and casino, Sercotel Coliseo occupies Bilbao’s former opera house. Centrally located, it is a 5-minute walk from Abando Metro Station and Bilbao Train Station. The Coliseo maintains its original façade and offers contemporary décor. All air-conditioned rooms have satellite TV and a minibar. The modern rooms are heated, and have a safe and work desk. Guests can relax in the hotel reading room, TV lounge or sun terrace. The hotel has a 24-hour front desk and guests can hire a car at the tour desk. The property offers guests free coffee every day from 12:00 to 16:30. On-site parking is available for an extra charge. The Guggenheim Museum is just over 1 km away.Show full description
Relaxing atmosphere. Rooftop pool. Next to the Bilbao Estuary and just a few metres from the iconic Guggenheim Museum and the Euskalduna Palace, our 5-star hotel is the ideal place to relax and savour true Basque gastronomy. A modern hotel, designed by the prestigious architect Ricardo Legorreta and paying homage to the work of the Basque sculptor Eduardo Chillida. Travel to Bilbao and live a comprehensive experience. Meliá Bilbao, with its elegant avant-garde architecture, provides comfortable rooms and suites with fantastic views. Enjoy the Aizian Restaurant serving the most delicious classics of Basque cuisine with local and organic produce, and end your day in our Wellness Centre equipped with a gym, sauna and semi-covered swimming pool with heated water and mountain views. And if you are travelling for work, you can hold all kinds of meetings and events in our meeting rooms." . Show full description
Charming. Superb breakfast. This stylish design hotel offers free Wi-Fi and spacious rooms with flat-screen satellite TV. It is situated 10 minutes' walk from Bilbao Cathedral and the popular Seven Streets district. Rooms at the Hotel Gran Bilbao feature colourful modern décor and wooden furniture. Each room has air conditioning and a large bathroom with a hairdryer. A buffet show breakfast is served daily at the hotel. With direct access from the A8 Motorway, the hotel is only a 15-minute drive from Bilbao Ferry Port. Buses to the city centre stop outside the hotel, and Atxuri Tram station is just 750 metres away.Show full description
Cosy rooms. Located just across the River Nervión from Bilbao’s Guggenheim Museum, Hesperia Bilbao has an eye-catching coloured glass façade. Bilbao’s old town and city centre are 10 minutes’ walk away. It offers spacious, stylish rooms with free WiFi and 42-inch satellite TV. All of the modern rooms are air-conditioned, soundproofed and feature a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer. La Orilla terrace bar offers views of the city centre and the Bilbao estuary. Hesperia Bilbao offers large spaces for meetings, wedding and other events. The hotel is 5 minutes’ walk from Bilbao’s main shopping streets and tapas bars. Concordia Train Station is around a 10-minute walk from the hotel.Show full description
Unique. Great views. Designed by Javier Mariscal, this stylish hotel is located opposite Bilbao's Guggenheim Museum. It features a roof terrace with spectacular views. The air-conditioned rooms at the Gran Hotel Domine Bilbao feature carpeted floors and a private bathroom with bathtubs, bathrobe and slippers. Each room has free WiFi, USB connection and a 40" flat-screen TV with international satellite channels, HDMI. Breakfast is served on the roof terrace with panoramic views of the city. Guests can enjoy different dining options at either the Belz restaurant, Le Café or at the Sixty-One Lobby Bar. The hotel has a wellness centre with fitness area, sauna and Turkish bath. Staff at the 24-hour reception can provide information about what to see and do in Bilbao. The Museum of Fine Arts and the Maritime Museum are both within 500 metres of the hotel. The city’s shopping area, including the Zubiarte Shopping Centre, are 5 minutes’ walk away.Show full description
Great breakfast. Popular among groups of friends. A central hotel in Bilbao for sightseeing comfortably, 400 meters from the Indautxu metro station. Urban hotel in Bilbao is located in the epicenter of Bilbao's museum triangle, between the Guggenheim Museum, the Fine Arts Museum and the Azkuna Alhóndiga. Three essential tourist stops that are also located in the heart of the commercial and gastronomic area of the city, with the best shops and pintxo bars. The hotel's Etxaniz restaurant with a careful proposal that bets on the local product with elaboration of reference the traditional one in the Basque gastronomy. Menu of the day and a la carte are offered to adapt to the preferences of all our travellers. The Gastro bar El Muelle, recently renovated, has an outdoor terrace with a green environment. Perfect atmosphere for a more informal stop, dinner and drinks are served in this bright and spacious space. The Meat & Soul cafeteria allows you to taste its pintxos and express breakfasts with sweet and savory dishes from the area.Show full description
Comfortable beds. Popular among families. This modern hotel is in the heart of Bilbao, by the San Mamés Football Stadium and the Euskalduna Palace. It offers free Wi-Fi, and guests can enjoy free access to a fitness centre. NH Collection Villa de Bilbao is a short walk from the Guggenheim Museum, Doña Casilda Park and the Fine Arts Museum. Many tapas bars and shops are found nearby, including the Zubiarte Shopping Centre. Rooms at the NH Collection Villa de Bilbao are spacious and well-equipped, with air conditioning and satellite TV. There is underfloor heating and elegant décor, including modern artworks. NH's healthy detox breakfast is served at the Le Bol Blanc restaurant. There is also a lobby bar, where free Wi-Fi is available. NH Collection Villa de Bilbao offers private parking and the airport bus stops nearby. San Mamés Metro Station is 400 metres away.Show full description
Boutique hotel. Charming. Situated opposite Bilbao’s Guggenheim Museum, this boutique hotel was created by fashion designer Antonio Miró. It offers free WiFi and a 24-hour honesty bar. The Hotel Miró's rooms are decorated in a minimalist style. All are equipped with a smart TV. The bathrooms have Molton Brown toiletries, bathrobes and slippers, and free mineral water is provided. A buffet breakfast with selected local products is offered. Hotel Miró has a well-equipped gym. Guests benefit from a personalized concierge service. Massage services are available on request for an extra charge. The area surrounding the Miró is rich in traditional Basque restaurants. The historic city centre is 5 minutes’ walk away.Show full description
Lively. Located in Bilbao’s main business district, this contemporary hotel and spa is a short walk from the Guggenheim Museum, Convention Centre and the old town. It also has a permanent modern art exhibition. The hotel has a spa with a wide range of treatments available, for an extra charge. The elegant rooms at the Jardines de Albia feature modern décor with bright tones. Each one has a private bathroom.Show full description
Highly elegant. Great value. Centrally located in Plaza de Federico Moyúa square, this elegant hotel stands as an impressive landmark in Bilbao. It offers free access to its gym and spacious rooms with luxurious décor. The rooms at Hotel Carlton feature a classic or contemporary design and include a private bathroom. They also come with air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. Hotel Carlton offers a business centre with a PC and free internet access. There is also a printer and complimentary minibar. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel. The grand restaurant serves Basque specialities and international classics. The menu changes daily, from Monday to Friday. Set next to Gran Vía, Carlton Hotel is less than 10 minutes’ walk from the Guggenheim Museum. Moyua Metro Station is next to the hotel, providing easy access to Bilbao and its surroundings. The airport bus stops nearby.Show full description
This is likely one of the most ELEGANT luxury hotels in Bilbao.
Great value. Popular among groups of friends. The Abando Hotel is located in central Bilbao, opposite Abando Metro Station and 150 metres from Abando Indalecio Prieto Railway Station. Its air-conditioned rooms all offer free Wi-Fi and satellite TV. Abando is just 200 metres from Bilbao’s main shopping streets, and 500 metres from the Guggenheim Museum of contemporary art. The old town is just 300 metres away. There is a tram stop 150 metres away. The hotel offers a varied breakfast, while the stylish Epaia Restaurant serves typical Basque cuisine. It specializes in fresh fish, and has an extensive wine list. Abando has a free gym with sauna and Turkish bath. There is also a gift shop and internet terminals.Show full description
Lively. Great bar. Hotel Ercilla is a modern hotel located in central Bilbao. It offers a fitness centre and stylish accommodation with flat-screen satellite TV, free Wi-Fi and a private bathroom. Bar Americano offers lovely breakfast, lunch and dinner. Their specialty is the Bask cousin and cocktails. La Terraza is a cocktail bar which has lovely views to Bilbao and also offers food. Bilbao’s stunning Guggenheim Museum is 15 minutes' walk away. There is a metro station just across the road from the hotel, connecting you with the beach within 20 minutes.Show full description
This hotel has an amazing hotel bar and a cool rooftop restaurant.
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