Published Mon, May 31, 2026
Lovely and clean hotel, friendly staff. The view from bar is amazing. Did wish I have more time at the end of my trip to stay here
The Occidental Bilbao is a large, fully renovated 4-star hotel known for its comprehensive facilities and excellent connectivity, situated in the Santutxu neighborhood, near the Basílica de Begoña. Featuring 200 spacious, modern rooms, the hotel is particularly noted for its extensive recreational amenities, including a fantastic seasonal rooftop swimming pool and sun terrace with city views, a large fitness center, and a full spa with a heated indoor pool and sauna (available for a fee). Its location, adjacent to the Basarrate metro station, ensures easy and rapid access to the Old Town and the Guggenheim Museum, making it a very well-equipped and practical choice for both leisure and business travelers seeking comfort and extensive amenities outside the immediate city center.
Features 200 spacious, fully renovated, and modern rooms designed for comfort and functionality, utilizing warm tones and contemporary furnishings. Accommodations range from standard double rooms to various deluxe options, with all units equipped with air conditioning, complimentary Wi-Fi, a minibar, and a work area. The rooms are noted for their high standards of comfort and brightness, ensuring a relaxing stay, while specific family and connecting rooms are available to comfortably cater to groups and longer stays.
Features 200 spacious, fully renovated, and modern rooms designed for comfort and functionality, utilizing warm tones and contemporary furnishings. Accommodations range from standard double rooms to various deluxe options, with all units equipped with air conditioning, complimentary Wi-Fi, a minibar, and a work area. The rooms are noted for their high standards of comfort and brightness, ensuring a relaxing stay, while specific family and connecting rooms are available to comfortably cater to groups and longer stays.
Provides a comprehensive and high-quality dining experience primarily through its main buffet restaurant, which serves a lavish breakfast, lunch, and dinner featuring varied local and international cuisine with fresh, seasonal ingredients. For a more casual and focused culinary experience, the hotel also operates a pleasant cafeteria/bar. This relaxed venue is perfect for enjoying light snacks, tapas, coffee, or a pre-dinner drink, ensuring guests have convenient and varied options for meals and refreshments throughout their stay.
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Distinguished by its extensive recreational facilities, offering guests a high level of relaxation and physical activity. The highlight is the fantastic seasonal rooftop swimming pool and sun terrace, which provides magnificent panoramic views over the city. For year-round wellness, the hotel features a well-equipped, large fitness center and a full-service spa area (available for a fee), which includes a luxurious heated indoor pool, a soothing sauna, and various treatment rooms, providing a comprehensive retreat for unwinding and maintaining wellness.
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Based on 1640 reviews
4
Sleep Quality
4.5
Location
4.0
Rooms
4.5
Service
4.4
Value
4.1
Cleanliness
4.6
Published Mon, May 31, 2026
Lovely and clean hotel, friendly staff. The view from bar is amazing. Did wish I have more time at the end of my trip to stay here
Published Mon, May 31, 2026
We spent 2 nights here, and will definitely stay here again when we come back to the city, great location, short walk to the metro stop, and only one stop from the old town. Very comfortable hotel...
Published Thu, Apr 30, 2026
This is the Hotel to Stay if you go to Bilbao, close to the airport and 20 minutes walk from the city center, very clean, great food and breakfast, remarkable service and staff, 100% recommended...