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About the Hotel

Avenida Zumalacarregui 40, Bilbao, Spain, 48006
Great
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8.2
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3.8
3.9
/5

Location

Occidental Bilbao is situated next to the Basilica of Our Lady of Begoña, just 2 km from Casco Viejo and 3 km from Gran Vía. The hotel provides convenient access to local transportation options, including a subway stop only 300 meters away. The proximity to vital landmarks like the Guggenheim Museum, located 4 km away, enhances its appeal for both tourists and business travelers.

Rooms

The hotel offers 200 rooms designed for comfort, including family rooms that accommodate up to three people. Options include fully external rooms decorated in neutral tones and superior rooms with exclusive amenities. Some of the rooms feature equipped tea and coffee stations as well as USB ports for modern connectivity.

Wellness

Occidental Bilbao includes access to Club Metropolitan, featuring a spa area that caters exclusively to guests over 18. The facility offers an indoor heated pool and a gym equipped with the latest sports technology. During the summer, an outdoor swimming pool with a relaxing solarium is available for guests.

Business Facilities

The hotel is equipped with 8 meeting rooms, which can accommodate different capacities, including a combined space of up to 634 square meters. Two of the meeting rooms can host up to 500 people, making it suitable for conferences and corporate events. Modern facilities ensure all business needs are met efficiently.

Dining

Dining options at Occidental Bilbao include an a la carte restaurant serving a variety of local and international dishes. Guests can also enjoy Barceló's O!Breakfast buffet designed with healthy lifestyle options featuring natural, organic products. Menu options are available for events and celebrations held at the hotel.

Highlights

Location: Located next to Basilica of Our Lady of Begoña

Rooms: 200 rooms including family and superior options

Wellness: Club Metropolitan Spa with indoor heated pool

Business: 8 versatile meeting rooms for up to 500

Dining: Variety of local and international dishes served

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Occidental Bilbao Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Superior King Room
2 persons
270 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Heating
Air conditioning
Superior Room Extra Bed
2 persons
270 sq. feet 
3 Single beds
Heating
Air conditioning
Superior Double Room
2 persons
270 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Heating
Air conditioning
Two Connecting Double Rooms
2 persons
270 sq. feet 
2 Single beds or 1 Queen-size bed
Heating
Air conditioning
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Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments
Facilities: Great
8.6/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Coffee shop
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Billiard tables

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Grocery shopping service
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Board games
  • Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Sun terrace
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Solarium
  • Sauna
  • Beauty treatment
  • Massage

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Terrace
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Occidental Bilbao Hotel Location

Avenida Zumalacarregui 40, Bilbao, Spain, 48006
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Avenida Zumalacarregui 40, Bilbao, Spain, 48006
Nearby
Church
Basilica of Begona
900 ft
Restaurants
The Kitchen Holiday Inn Bilbao
100 ft
Avenida Zumalacarregui
El Refugio Gastrobar
900 ft
Calle Arbidea 24
Gozo Gozo
2000 ft
Zabalbide 39
Restaurante Marisqueria Karlo's
2500 ft
Iturribide 118
Batzoki de Begona
1800 ft
Calle Gabriel Aresti n03
Restaurante New Scala
2600 ft
plaza Musico usandizaga
Meson New Scala
2600 ft
Calle musico arambarri 1
Santutxu Bai Batzokia
3700 ft
Calle Resurreccion Ma de Azkue s/n
Himalaya Curry & Tandoori Restaurant
3200 ft
Iturribide Kalea
Gure Toki
4000 ft
12 Nueva Plaza
Getting around
City Centre
Bilbao11 min  ·  3000 ft
Airports
Bilbao Airport (BIO)17 min  ·  6.9 mi
Vitoria Airport (VIT)92 min  ·  37.7 mi
Train
Atxuri Station11 min  ·  3000 ft
Underground
Santutxu Metro4 min  ·  1000 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-23:59
Check-out
from 06:00-12:00
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site at EUR 22 per day.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of EUR 18 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
Spanish
Year renovated:
2015
Number of floors:
8
Number of rooms:
200
Former name
Barcelo Avenida/Holiday Inn Bilbao

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Occidental Bilbao Hotel from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 1231 verified reviews
8.3/10
Great
88%
Recommend
Breakfast
8.5/10
Cleanliness
8.9/10
Comfort
8.9/10
Facilities
8.6/10
Free Wi-Fi
7.7/10
Location
8.0/10
Paid Wi-Fi
7.4/10
Staff
8.7/10
Value for money
7.9/10
Guest reviews
based on 3714 reviews
8.5/10
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