Barceló Bilbao Nervión
Bilbao · Basque Country · 4 Stars

Barceló Bilbao Nervión

Four-star hotel in Bilbao, beside the Nervión estuary, with a Basque cuisine restaurant, suites with views and the Guggenheim 800 m away.

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8.6 Score
2.366 Reviews
4★ Stars
14:00 Check-in
Area Bilbao
Nearby Tíboli Gardens · 60 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 14:00

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Barceló Bilbao Nervión

Barceló Bilbao Nervión is a 4-star hotel in Bilbao, beside the Nervión estuary and 250 m from Calatrava Bridge. It combines modern rooms with a location close to the historic centre and several of the city's main museums.

The rooms have air conditioning, a private bathroom, satellite TV and a minibar. Options include single rooms, family rooms, connecting rooms and 50 m² suites. Some suites have views of the river and city, as well as a separate living area. Albegui restaurant serves Basque and international dishes, and the hotel also has a café, bar and buffet breakfast. WiFi is free throughout the property. If you're arriving by car, private garage parking is available for €27 per day, and spaces cannot be reserved.

The Guggenheim Museum Bilbao is 800 m away, and the main shopping streets are a five-minute walk away. The train station is about a ten-minute walk away.

Barceló Bilbao Nervión
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Plan your stay at Barceló Bilbao Nervión

Four-star hotel in Bilbao, beside the Nervión estuary, with a Basque cuisine restaurant, suites with views and the Guggenheim 800 m away.

Room types

The rooms at Barceló Bilbao Nervión have air conditioning, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV and a minibar. Options include a Deluxe Single Room, a Superior Double Room and a Family Room, as well as two room types named Suite and an option of connecting double rooms. They range from 17 to 50 m², with choices for solo travellers, couples and families.

The suites offer a different layout from the standard rooms: one has views of the Nervión estuary and the city, along with a separate living room; the other has a separate bedroom and living area, and a bathroom with a shower. The Family Room has a sofa bed, while the connecting rooms have beds arranged across two spaces. Room amenities include toiletries, a hairdryer, a safe and a desk. Beds vary by room type, with single and double options.

Deluxe Single Room — Barceló Bilbao Nervión
Deluxe Single Room
17 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Single bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Safe
  • Desk

At 17 m², this room has one single bed and is designed for one guest. The desk provides a place to work, while the safe and wood or parquet flooring complete this functional room. It has a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer.

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Superior Double Room — Barceló Bilbao Nervión
Superior Double Room
21 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds or 1 Extra-large double bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Minibar
  • Flat-screen TV

At 21.4 m², this room offers more space than the Deluxe Single Room and can be set up with two single beds or one extra-large double bed. The minibar and flat-screen TV complement a room with a desk and private bathroom equipped with toiletries and a hairdryer.

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Family Room — Barceló Bilbao Nervión
Family Room
23 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds and 1 Sofa bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Sofa bed
  • Minibar

This 23.95 m² family room combines two single beds with a sofa bed and accommodates up to three people. The minibar and flat-screen TV complete the amenities for a shared stay. The private bathroom has free toiletries and a hairdryer.

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Suite — Barceló Bilbao Nervión
Suite
50 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds and 1 Sofa bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • River view
  • City view

This 50 m² suite stands out for its views of the Nervión estuary and the city. It has two single beds and a separate living room with a sofa bed, creating distinct areas for resting and relaxing. It includes air conditioning, a minibar and a private bathroom.

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2 Connecting Double Rooms — Barceló Bilbao Nervión
2 Connecting Double Rooms
21 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds and 1 Double bed or 2 Single beds and 1 Extra-large double bed
  • Max 4 guests
  • Safe
  • Desk

This 21 m² option consists of two connecting double rooms and accommodates up to four people. The layout separates the sleeping areas, with two single beds in one room and a double bed in the other. It has a private bathroom, minibar and flat-screen TV.

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Suite — Barceló Bilbao Nervión
Suite
50 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds and 1 Sofa bed
  • Max 4 guests
  • Bath or shower
  • Wardrobe

This 50 m² suite has a separate bedroom and living area, with two single beds and a sofa bed. Unlike the suite with views of the estuary, this one has a bathroom with a shower. It also has air conditioning, a minibar and a flat-screen TV.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to walk to the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, 800 m away.
  • you'd like to stay beside the Nervión estuary and 250 m from Calatrava Bridge.
  • you're looking for a hotel with a restaurant serving Basque and international dishes and a buffet breakfast.
  • you're travelling as a family and prefer a connecting double room for up to four people.
  • you're interested in a 50 m² suite with views of the estuary and the city.

Maybe not, if...

  • you need free parking: private parking costs €27 per day.
  • you want to reserve a garage space in advance: parking spaces cannot be reserved.
  • you're travelling with more than four people and need to sleep in one room.
  • you're looking for a single room for two guests: the Deluxe Single Room accommodates one person.

Hotel facilities & services

Barceló Bilbao Nervión offers services for combining relaxation and activities during your stay. It has a gym, room service and a 24-hour reception. The concierge, luggage storage and tourist information help you plan your visits, while daily housekeeping and laundry provide practical options for stays of different lengths. The property also has meeting rooms and is adapted for guests with reduced mobility.

The dining areas include a café, bar and restaurant, as well as a buffet breakfast and the option to have breakfast in your room. Some rooms include a minibar. If you're travelling by car, garage parking is available; it is private, costs €27 per day and cannot be reserved. WiFi is free throughout the property. General facilities include a lift, heating, air conditioning and a wake-up service.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Restaurant
  • Gym
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests

General facilities

  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tourist information
  • 24-hour reception
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry service
  • Meeting/banquet rooms
  • Security alarm
  • Safe
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Facilities for disabled guests

Parking

  • Parking in a garage

Food & drink

  • Coffee shop on site
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Bed linen
  • Wardrobe
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Desk

Location & what to see

Barceló Bilbao Nervión is on Paseo Campo Volantin, beside the estuary and a short distance from Bilbao's historic centre. Calatrava Bridge is 250 m away, as is Zubizuri. Jardines de Albia is 350 m away; there are restaurants and bars around the square and promenade, and the main shopping streets are a five-minute walk away. Plaza Nueva, in the old town, is 650 m away.

For getting around, Matiko metro station is 400 m away. Bilbao-Concordia is 550 m away and Abando station is 650 m away; Abando bus station is 610 m away. Bilbao Airport is 3.8 km away. The Pío Baroja plaza ferry terminal is 110 m away. These connections let you combine walks around the centre with public transport journeys to other parts of the city.

The Guggenheim Museum Bilbao is 800 m away, as is the Basque Museum of Ethnography and History. You can also visit the Bilbao Fine Arts Museum, 1.1 km away, or the Bilbao Museum of Reproductions, 1 km away. Etxebarria Park is 650 m away and Doña Casilda Iturrizar Park is 1.4 km away. For a city walk, you can follow the bridges over the estuary, gardens and squares, then finish with pintxos at bars in the historic centre.

Tíboli Gardens — A nearby garden for a stroll between visits around Bilbao. 60 m
Zubizuri — Pedestrian bridge by Santiago Calatrava over the Nervión estuary. 250 m
Calatrava Bridge — A distinctive footbridge for crossing the estuary on a city walk. 250 m
Plaza Nueva — Arcaded square in the old town, surrounded by bars and restaurants. 650 m
Guggenheim Museum Bilbao — Contemporary art museum in the landmark building beside the estuary. 800 m
Bilbao Fine Arts Museum — Art collection spanning classical and modern works. 1,1 km

What guests say about Barceló Bilbao Nervión

8.6
Fabulous · 2.366 reviews
Staff
9.0
Comfort
9.2
Location
9.5
Cleanliness
9.1
Facilities
8.8
Value for money
8.2
Free Wi-Fi
7.7

Guests particularly appreciate the comfort, cleanliness and proximity to Bilbao's attractions. They also highlight the staff's service and the facilities. WiFi receives a more moderate rating than other aspects of the stay.

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