Romantic, gorgeous and charming. This is our list with the most romantic hotels in Bilbao, Spain. Amazing hotels for a lovely staycation in Bilbao, for couples. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Sofie Nieminen & Ted Valentin. Updated January 2024.
Delightful property. Charming. Superb breakfast. Popular among couples. This charming hotel is located in Galdakao, just 10 minutes’ drive from Bilbao. It offers attractive rooms with free Wi-Fi, satellite TV and a private bathroom. The hotel’s Petit Komité Restaurant serves gourmet Basque food, using fresh, seasonal produce. Hotel IRARAGORRI has a garden with a terrace where you can enjoy a drink in the sun. There is also a weekly themed evening, when the chefs offer dishes from around the world. There is also a jogging circuit and sports centre nearby. Zuhatzu Train Station is next to the hotel, connecting you with central Bilbao in 15 minutes. There are also good connections to Santander and San Sebastián via the A-8 and A-68 Motorways.Show full description
Based on my research this is the most beautiful, charming and romantic romantic getaway hotel in Bilbao. It is one of the most popular romantic getaway hotels in Bilbao, among couples!
Relaxing atmosphere. Historic. Gorgeous surroundings. Popular among couples. 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. A range of typical Basque cuisine is served at the Harria restaurant. 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. 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
Lovely property. Relaxing atmosphere. Cosy rooms. This glamorous hotel is situated on Getxo’s elegant Paseo Zugazarte. Rooms have a flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi and décor inspired by the 1920s. All overlook the sea or hotel garden. Traditional Basque cuisine is served at the Embarcadero’s café-restaurant. Hotel Embarcadero is set in a former Basque mansion in Las Arenas, in the heart of the coastal town of Getxo. There is easy transport to central Bilbao via Gobela and Areeta Metro Stations. There is also a gift shop. Private parking is possible on site at the Embarcadero. Vizcaya Bridge is just 800 metres away, while Bilbao Airport lies within 9 km.Show full description
Very stylish. Charming. Superb interior design. Popular among couples. 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. Michelin-star restaurant Ola and La bodega de Ola at Hotel Tayko Bilbao are both managed by the Michelin-starred chef Martin Berasategui. All rooms in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV, private bathroom with free toiletries. 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 STYLISH hotels in Bilbao.
Charming. Stylish. Popular among women. 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 area surrounding the Miró is rich in traditional Basque restaurants. The historic city centre is 5 minutes’ walk away. 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.Show full description
Great views. Rooftop bar. Designed by Javier Mariscal, this stylish hotel is located opposite Bilbao's Guggenheim Museum. It features a roof terrace with spectacular views. Guests can enjoy different dining options at either the Belz restaurant, Le Café or at the Sixty-One Lobby Bar. 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. 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 views. Comfortable beds. A refurbished 19th century historical building, located just below the Biscay's Bridge, considered a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The hotel offers views of Bilbao's Estuary, the sea and Bilbao's Puente Colgante Bridge. The Hotel is well connected and situated next to the residential area of Getxo. The train is a 4-minute walk from the hotel and the metro is just 10 minutes' walk away and takes you to Bilbao centre in 15 minutes. The harbour is located 2 km away, the Convention Centre is 6 km away and the airport is 12 km away.Show full description
A tip: Explore by neighbourhood. You can find romantic getaway hotels within or near different neighbourhoods of Bilbao here: Bilbao City CentreOld TownEnsanche
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. 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. Travel to Bilbao and live a comprehensive experience. Meliá Bilbao, with its elegant avant-garde architecture, provides comfortable rooms and suites with fantastic views. And if you are travelling for work, you can hold all kinds of meetings and events in our meeting rooms." . Show full description
Nice style. Unique. Great location.Opened November 2021. 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
Great value. 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
Stylish. Comfortable beds. Cosy rooms. Popular among women. Offering city views, Pension Ama Bilbao is an accommodation located in Bilbao, 700 metres from Abando Train Station and 1.4 km from Funicular de Artxanda. It is situated 200 metres from Arriaga Theatre and features a lift. The property is 1 km from the city centre and 100 metres from Catedral de Santiago. At the guest house, units are equipped with a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and a hair dryer, units at the guest house also feature free WiFi, while some rooms have a balcony. At the guest house, each unit is fitted with bed linen and towels. Sightseeing tours are available within a reachable distance of the property. Popular points of interest near the guest house include Calatrava Bridge, Guggenheim Museum Bilbao and Bilbao Fine Arts Museum. The nearest airport is Bilbao Airport, 10 km from Pension Ama Bilbao.Show full description
This guest house has super comfortable beds, very cosy rooms and great affordability!
Rooftop pool. Popular among women.Opened March 2021. 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
Elegant. Historic. 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. The grand restaurant serves Basque specialities and international classics. 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 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
Located in Bilbao’s main business district, this contemporary hotel and spais 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
Rooftop restaurant. Good breakfast. abba Euskalduna hotel is conveniently located in the centre of Bilbao, near the world-famous Guggenheim museum and boasting a number of useful facilities. Discover Bilbao, a rapidly expanding city, through abba Euskalduna hotel, which stands opposite San Mamés stadium, 100 m from a tram stop which will take you into the city centre. Write postcards or admire the beautiful panoramic view from abba Euskalduna hotel’s vast sun terrace. After a busy day of sightseeing, sample first-class Basque food at the traditional El Botxo restaurant. Relax in your large, comfortable room with soundproofing. Make use of the free Wi-Fi to plan your route around the city. Take the Artxanda cable-car up the mountain, where you will enjoy a stunning view of Bilbao and the Nervion river.Show full description
Rooftop bar. Great location. Popular among couples. 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
Comfortable beds. The modern NH La Avanzada offers air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi and a plasma satellite TV. This design hotel is located in the exclusive Leioa-Getxo district, just 10 minutes’ drive from Bilbao city centre. NH Avanzada’s bright rooms have wooden flooring and colourful, functional design. La Avanzada’s Txipirón Restaurant features a terrace and serves modern Basque cuisine, including a varied buffet breakfast. They all include a stylish bathroom with toiletries set. There are also various typical tapas bars within a 5-minute walk. The hotel’s tour desk can provide information about the Basque region. NH Avanzada is within a 20-minute walk of Getxo Beach and Abra Marina. Negurí Golf Course is 10 minutes’ drive away, and BEC Convention Centre is 7 km away. You can drive to Bilbao Airport in 10 minutes.Show full description
Great value. Cosy rooms. 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
Great 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
Rooftop bar. Rooftop restaurant. 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
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