Amalurra Ecohotel & Retreat Center
Artzentales · Basque Country · 1 Star

Amalurra Ecohotel & Retreat Center

One-star hotel in Artzentales, surrounded by gardens, with a seasonal outdoor pool, sauna, restaurant and options for hiking and cycling.

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8.8 Score
560 Reviews
1★ Star
16:00 Check-in
Nearby Interpretation Centre of the Ethnography and Culture of Las Encartaciones · 3,4 km
Parking Free
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 16:00

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Amalurra Ecohotel & Retreat Center

Amalurra Ecohotel & Retreat Center is a 1-star hotel in Artzentales, with a seasonal outdoor pool and garden in a rural setting in Bizkaia. The accommodation offers double rooms, options with two beds, studios of different sizes and a bed in a shared room. Some rooms have a private bathroom; features include garden views, a seating area and, in some studios, a bath and terrace. It caters to both nature breaks and group stays, with studios that accommodate up to six people.

The communal areas include a restaurant, bar, sauna, children's play area and free Wi-Fi. Breakfast is served as a buffet, and a gluten-free option is also available; private parking is free. The pool is open seasonally, and you can hire bicycles at the accommodation. Artzentales and nearby places in Las Encartaciones let you combine cultural visits with hiking and cycling.

Amalurra Ecohotel & Retreat Center
★ 8.8 · Fabulous · 560 reviews

Plan your stay at Amalurra Ecohotel & Retreat Center

One-star hotel in Artzentales, surrounded by gardens, with a seasonal outdoor pool, sauna, restaurant and options for hiking and cycling.

Room types

The rooms at Amalurra Ecohotel & Retreat Center offer options for solo travellers, couples and groups. There are double rooms with one bed or two single beds, a superior room and a bed in a six-person shared dormitory; the studios provide more space and different layouts. Their sizes range from 16 to 100 m², and each type accommodates between one and six people. Several options have garden views, while one of the studios also has a terrace and both include a seating area.

Bathrooms vary between rooms: some have a private bathroom and shower, while the studios have a bath; the shared room has a shared bathroom. Depending on the room type, features include a desk, wardrobe, heating or clothes rack. You can choose a compact option for two, a single bed or a spacious studio with room for several people.

Double Room — Amalurra Ecohotel & Retreat Center
Double Room
16 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Garden view
  • Private bathroom

With 16 m² and garden views, this double room has a double bed and a private bathroom with a shower. A desk, wardrobe and heating complete the space for two people; it also has a hairdryer and clothes rack, useful for organising a short stay or a few days of rest.

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Twin Room — Amalurra Ecohotel & Retreat Center
Twin Room
16 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Garden view
  • Private bathroom

Unlike the option with a double bed, this 16 m² room has two single beds and garden views. It has a private bathroom with a shower, desk, wardrobe and heating; a hairdryer and clothes rack complete the room, which is designed for two people who prefer separate beds.

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Studio — Amalurra Ecohotel & Retreat Center
Studio
100 m² · Shared bathroom

  • 4 Single beds and 1 Double bed
  • Max 6 guests
  • Bath
  • Seating area

With 100 m² of space and capacity for six people, this studio offers garden views and a seating area with a sofa. The private bathroom includes a bath and shower, setting it apart from the double rooms. Its layout and five beds make it suitable for sharing with a group.

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Bed in 6-Bed Shared Room — Amalurra Ecohotel & Retreat Center
Bed in 6-Bed Shared Room
18 m²

  • 1 Single bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Garden view
  • Desk

This single bed is in a six-person shared room with garden views. The room has a desk, wardrobe and heating, as well as a clothes rack and bed linen. The bathroom is shared, making this a different option from the rooms with private bathrooms.

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Studio — Amalurra Ecohotel & Retreat Center
Studio
30 m²

  • 3 Single beds and 1 Double bed
  • Max 5 guests
  • Terrace
  • Bath

This 30 m² studio accommodates up to five people and also has a terrace with a view. The seating area and sofa provide a place to gather, while the private bathroom includes a bath and shower. Its terrace sets it apart from the other studio, which has more floor space.

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Superior Double Room — Amalurra Ecohotel & Retreat Center
Superior Double Room
19 m²

  • 1 Large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Shower
  • Heating

The Superior Double Room is 19 m² and has a large double bed for two people. Features include a desk, wardrobe and heating; it also has a shower, hairdryer and clothes rack. Its layout offers an alternative to the double rooms with garden views.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to alternate between the seasonal outdoor pool, sauna and garden.
  • you go hiking or cycling and want to hire a bicycle at the accommodation.
  • you need free private parking without having to reserve in advance.
  • you are travelling as a group: the 100 m² Studio accommodates up to six people.
  • you want free Wi-Fi throughout the property.

Maybe not, if...

  • you need a pool that is available all year round: the outdoor pool is seasonal.
  • you will arrive outside check-in hours, which are from 16:00 to 21:00.
  • you need to stay with more than six people in one room.
  • you want to hold a stag or hen party or a celebration, as these are not permitted.

Hotel facilities & services

The communal areas combine outdoor spaces with activities that let you explore the surroundings. There is a garden, terrace, sun terrace, outdoor furniture and picnic area; the seasonal outdoor pool and sauna offer ways to unwind. You can also go hiking and cycling, and hire bicycles at the accommodation. Tourist information and packed lunches are useful for planning days out.

For dining, the property has a restaurant, café and bar, with wine or champagne and a children's menu. The children's play area offers an option for families, along with board games and outdoor play equipment. There are rooms for meetings or banquets, as well as live music and performances. Parking is free and private, and Wi-Fi is free.

Great for your stay

  • Free parking
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Picnic area
  • Tourist information
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Sauna
  • Private parking

General facilities

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Bicycle hire
  • Live music / performances
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Children's play area
  • Tourist information
  • Packed lunches
  • Meeting / banquet facilities
  • Outdoor play equipment
  • Outdoor swimming pool

Parking

  • Parking

Food & drink

  • Café on site
  • Wine / champagne
  • Children's menu
  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Media & technology

  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Wardrobe
  • Clothes rack
  • Desk

Location & what to see

Amalurra Ecohotel & Retreat Center is in Artzentales, in Las Encartaciones, Bizkaia. The surroundings combine small villages with landmarks in the landscape: Andra Maria Church is 680 m away, Picomiguel is 1.4 km away and San Antolin Church is 1.6 km away. San Miguel de Linares is 1.8 km away; the San Miguel Oak is 2.0 km away, as is the village of Traslosheros. You can go hiking and cycling during your stay.

For rail travel, Arcentales is 550 m away and Traslaviña is 1.8 km away; Balmaseda station is 5.0 km away. Bilbao Airport is 24 km away, while Seve Ballesteros-Santander Airport is 51 km away and Vitoria Airport is 55 km away. The Interpretation Centre of the Ethnography and Culture of Las Encartaciones is 3.4 km away; Casona Micaela is 3.5 km away and the village of La Matanza is 3.6 km away.

For a cultural visit, the Museum of Las Encartaciones and the Assembly House of Avellaneda are 4.8 km away. Trucíos is 4.9 km away, and the Interpretation Centre of the Living Passion of Balmaseda is 5 km away. You can combine these visits with cycling routes or hiking in the surrounding area; the accommodation offers bicycle hire. The outdoor pool is open seasonally, so swimming plans depend on the time of year.

Interpretation Centre of the Ethnography and Culture of Las Encartaciones — An exhibition exploring the traditions and ways of life of Las Encartaciones. 3,4 km
San Miguel Oak — A distinctive tree in the San Miguel area, worth a brief stop. 2,0 km
Assembly House of Avellaneda — A historic building associated with the traditional institutions of Las Encartaciones. 4,8 km
Museum of Las Encartaciones — A collection devoted to the history and heritage of the region. 4,8 km
Casona Micaela — A local winery where you can learn about the area's wine production. 3,5 km
Balmaseda — A nearby railway station for planning journeys around the region. 5,0 km

What guests say about Amalurra Ecohotel & Retreat Center

8.8
Fabulous · 560 reviews
Staff
9.4
Comfort
9.1
Location
8.8
Cleanliness
9.0
Facilities
8.9
Value for money
8.6
Free Wi-Fi
8.0

Travellers particularly value the staff, which stands out in the reviews overall. Cleanliness and comfort also receive favourable comments, while the facilities, value for money and Wi-Fi receive more moderate ratings. Overall, the tone is positive.

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