Occidental Bilbao Hotel

$$$$||View on mapBilbao, SpainAvenida Zumalacarregui 40, Bilbao, Spain, 48006|
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Occidental Bilbao Hotel
Avenida Zumalacarregui 40, Bilbao, Spain, 48006·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.5Great
Cleanliness9.0
Comfort9.0
Staff9.0
Facilities8.7
Free WiFi8.2
Who stays here
Couples46%
Families24%
Solo14%
Groups13%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.5Great
Cleanliness9.0
Comfort9.0
Staff9.0
Facilities8.7
Free WiFi8.2
Who stays here
Couples46%
Families24%
Solo14%
Groups13%

4-star urban hotel next to Basilica de Begoña with seasonal outdoor pool and roof terrace views

Amenities

Occidental Bilbao offers a seasonal outdoor swimming pool surrounded by gardens, plus a roof terrace with city views. Guests can use the Club Metropolitan fitness center, which includes an indoor pool, sauna, solarium, and spa facilities for an additional fee. The hotel also has a billiards table and a shared lounge/TV area for entertainment.

Rooms

The hotel has 200 modern rooms with open-plan layouts, flat-screen satellite TV, and tea/coffee makers. Bathrooms include toiletries and hairdryers, and some rooms are wheelchair accessible with grab rails and emergency cords. Family rooms are spacious and can accommodate up to 2 adults and 1 child.

Dining

The hotel restaurant serves fresh local and Mediterranean cuisine, with a buffet breakfast that includes organic ingredients. A café-bar in the lobby offers snacks and drinks throughout the day, and room service is available for meals. Special diet menus and kids' meals can be requested.

Location

The Hotel Occidental Bilbao is located next to the Basilica of Our Lady of Begoña, a 15-minute walk from Bilbao Old Town and Etxebarria Park. The Guggenheim Museum is a 5-minute drive away, and the metro station is just 2 minutes on foot. Public parking with electric vehicle charging is available on site for a daily fee.

Business & Family

Occidental Bilbao has 8 meeting rooms suitable for corporate events and banquets, plus a business center with fax and photocopying. Families can use the family rooms, board games, and the pool table, and the hotel provides packed lunches for early departures. Dedicated concierge and tour desk services help organize local excursions.

  • Location: Next to Basilica de Begoña, 15 min walk to Old Town
  • Rooms: 200 rooms with open-plan layouts and accessibility options
  • Dining: Buffet breakfast with organic ingredients, local and Mediterranean cuisine
  • Wellness: Club Metropolitan fitness center with indoor pool and spa (fee applies)
  • Family: Family rooms, kids' meals, board games, and nearby parks
  • Business: 8 versatile meeting rooms and express check-in/out
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:59
from 06:00-12:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of EUR 20.0 per person. 
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
Spanish
Building
Year renovated:2015
Number of floors:8
Number of rooms:200
Former name
Barcelo Avenida/Holiday Inn Bilbao
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Rooms and availability

Connecting Room
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds or 1 Queen-size bed
  • Heating
  • Balcony
Executive Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed1 Double bed2 Single beds
  • City view
  • Heating
  • Balcony
Family King Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
  • Heating
  • Bathtub
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

On-site car park

Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Snack bar

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Swimming pool

Seasonal outdoor pool

Indoor swimming pool

Spa and relaxation

Massage

Beauty treatment

Solarium

Spa & wellness centre

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 view

  • City view

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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Essential information about Occidental Bilbao Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 82 £
📏 Distance to centre 900 m
✈️ Distance to airport 11.1 km
🧳 Nearest airport Bilbao, BIO

Location

Avenida Zumalacarregui 40, Bilbao, Spain, 48006
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Avenida Zumalacarregui 40, Bilbao, Spain, 48006
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Avenida Zumalacarregui 40, Bilbao, Spain, 48006
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Church
Basilica of Begona
260 m
Restaurant
The Kitchen Holiday Inn Bilbao
10 m
Restaurant
El Refugio Gastrobar
270 m
Restaurant
Gozo Gozo
580 m
Restaurant
Restaurante Marisqueria Karlo's
760 m
Restaurant
Batzoki de Begona
520 m
Restaurant
Restaurante New Scala
790 m
Restaurant
Meson New Scala
790 m
Restaurant
Santutxu Bai Batzokia
1.1 km
Restaurant
Himalaya Curry & Tandoori Restaurant
960 m
Restaurant
Gure Toki
1.2 km

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FAQ about Occidental Bilbao

How far is the Occidental Bilbao Hotel hotel from the city centre?
The Occidental Bilbao Hotel hotel is located in the Begona district.
Which landmarks should we visit during our stay at the 4-star Occidental Bilbao Hotel?
You can visit Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, placed approximately 25 minutes' walk from the 4-star Occidental Bilbao Hotel or Bilbaout Amusement Center, which is 1 km away.
Does the hotel have a car parking on site?
Yes, guests of the hotel can take advantage of private parking on site.
Can I have lunch or dinner next to the Occidental Bilbao Hotel?
Guests can enjoy their meal in the restaurant Asia Restaurante, serving Chinese cuisine nearly 5 minutes' walk from the Occidental Bilbao Hotel.
Does the 4-star Occidental Bilbao Hotel hotel serve breakfast?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the 4-star Occidental Bilbao Hotel hotel.
What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in Occidental Bilbao Hotel hotel?
Guests of Occidental Bilbao Hotel hotel can check in from 14:00 to 23:59 and check out from 06:00.
What payment methods are available in the Occidental Bilbao Hotel hotel?
At the Occidental Bilbao Hotel hotel, you can pay using Mastercard, Visa, and American Express.
What are the room types offered by the Occidental Bilbao Hotel?
The Occidental Bilbao Hotel provides such room types as Double Room, Junior Suite, and Superior Room.
Which facilities are included in the rooms at the Occidental Bilbao Hotel hotel?
All rooms of the Occidental Bilbao Hotel hotel feature a minibar fridge and coffee/tea making machines as well as a private safe, some of them boast private bathrooms along with a hairdryer and slippers.
Does the Occidental Bilbao Hotel hotel offer special amenities for people with disabilities?
Yes, at the Occidental Bilbao Hotel hotel there are wheelchair access, rooms with accessible facilities, and accessible bathrooms available for guests with special needs.
Does the Occidental Bilbao Hotel hotel provide business facilities?
Yes, the Occidental Bilbao Hotel hotel comprises meeting rooms and a business centre as well as a photocopy machine and a work desk.
What are the spa options at the Occidental Bilbao Hotel?
At a wellness centre featured at the Occidental Bilbao Hotel guests can receive such spa procedures as aromatherapy, body scrub, and body treatments. Additionally, a hot tub, sauna facilities, and an indoor pool are offered on-site.
Is swimming pool available at the Occidental Bilbao Hotel hotel?
Yes, the Occidental Bilbao Hotel hotel features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool.
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