Two-star guest house in Bilbao, with Basque-inspired rooms, balconies in several categories and Santiago Cathedral 130 m away, in the Old Town.
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Basque Boutique by gaiarooms is a 2-star guest house in Bilbao’s Old Town, 130 m from Santiago Cathedral, with rooms featuring handcrafted décor inspired by Basque culture.
Its five categories include single, double, triple and quadruple rooms, ranging from 12 to 25 m². Some have a balcony and city or landmark views; all have a private bathroom, air conditioning and a TV. Handcrafted furniture and artistic finishes give each room its own character. Free WiFi and a shared lounge area are available.
The guest house is near bars and restaurants where you can try pintxos, as well as several train and metro stations. Public parking nearby is available for a fee. The building has no lift and reception is not open 24 hours; the accommodation provides arrival instructions in advance.
Basque Boutique by gaiarooms has five categories, from the 12 m² Single Room to the 25 m² Quadruple Room. The Double Room covers 15 m², the Exclusive Double Room 18 m² and the Triple Room 24 m²; you can choose between rooms for one person and options accommodating up to four guests. Beds vary by category: the Single Room has a single bed, while the rooms for groups have combinations of single and double beds.
The Double, Single and Triple Rooms have balconies, with city and landmark views. The Quadruple and Exclusive Double Rooms also offer city views and soundproofing, but do not have balconies. All have a private bathroom, shower, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer. Wooden or parquet flooring and toiletries complete the facilities, while Basque handcrafted décor gives each room its own character.
At 15 m², this Double Room is a compact option for two people and has a balcony, with city and landmark views. Its bathroom includes a shower, hairdryer and toiletries; wooden or parquet flooring completes a room with air conditioning.
At 12 m², this is the smallest room and the only one designed for one person. The Single Room also has a balcony, with city and landmark views; it includes a bathroom with a shower and wooden or parquet flooring, as well as air conditioning.
At 24 m² and with capacity for three guests, the Triple Room offers more space than the Double and Single Rooms. It has a balcony, with city and landmark views; the combination of one single bed and one double bed makes it suitable for a group wanting separate beds.
The Quadruple Room is the largest, at 25 m², and can accommodate four guests. Unlike the categories with balconies, it offers city and landmark views, as well as soundproofing; it has two single beds and one double bed.
At 18 m², the Exclusive Double Room offers more space than the standard Double Room, although it does not have a balcony. Its city views, soundproofing and designer furniture made by local artists set it apart; it is designed for two people and has a private bathroom and shower.
In the common areas, Basque Boutique by gaiarooms offers tourist information and suggestions to help you discover local culture, such as walking tours and pub crawls. Private and express check-in and check-out are available, and daily housekeeping keeps the space maintained. There is also a drinks vending machine and board games, as well as books, DVDs or music for children.
WiFi is free throughout the property, and air conditioning is available during your stay. Public parking spaces are available nearby for €21.60 per day, with no reservation required. The building has no lift and the upper floors are accessible by stairs; it also has heating and soundproofing, and smoking is not allowed anywhere in the accommodation.
Basque Boutique by gaiarooms is in Bilbao’s Old Town, at La Torre, 2, within the city’s historic fabric. Santiago Cathedral is 130 m away, as is Ribera Park; Ribera Market is 230 m away. The area has bars and restaurants where you can try pintxos, as well as streets to explore on foot. Plaza Nueva is 250 m away and offers another place to continue your walk through the old centre.
For public transport, Bilbao La Concordia is 280 m away and Abando railway station is 350 m away; Casco Viejo metro station is 400 m away. Bilbao Airport is 4.6 km away. Airport buses leave from Plaza Moyua and take about 20 minutes. The main museums, Bilbao Guggenheim Museum and Bilbao Fine Arts Museum, are both 1.4 km away.
The Basque Museum, 270 m away, and the Museum of Artistic Reproductions, 280 m away, let you round off a cultural visit without going far from the accommodation. El Arenal Park is 360 m away and Etxebarría Park is 900 m away. You can combine the squares and market with a walk along the river estuary, then head towards the museums in the modern area. In August, Aste Nagusia fills Bilbao with celebrations and activities; throughout the rest of the year, the Old Town remains appealing for its shops, architecture and food.
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Guests particularly praise the staff and WiFi, as well as the cleanliness and comfort of the rooms. They also value the Old Town setting; the facilities and value for money receive somewhat more moderate feedback compared with these better-rated aspects.
Rates at Basque Boutique by gaiarooms vary depending on the season, dates and room you choose. To find out the current price for your stay, check the available options here.
Basque Boutique by gaiarooms is in Bilbao’s Old Town. Bilbao Airport is 4.6 km away; airport buses leave from Plaza Moyua and take about 20 minutes. Bilbao La Concordia is 280 m away, Abando railway station is 350 m away and Casco Viejo metro station is 400 m away. Public parking is available nearby for €21.60 per day, with no reservation required.
Basque Boutique by gaiarooms is in the Old Town: Santiago Cathedral and Ribera Park are 130 m away, and Ribera Market is 230 m away. You can also visit the Basque Museum, 270 m away, and Plaza Nueva, 250 m away. These places let you combine walks around the neighbourhood and cultural visits with a stop to discover local food.
Basque Boutique by gaiarooms offers Single, Double, Exclusive Double, Triple and Quadruple Rooms, ranging from 12 to 25 m². The Single Room accommodates one person and the Quadruple Room up to four; the Double, Single and Triple Rooms have balconies. All have a private bathroom and air conditioning.
Basque Boutique by gaiarooms is in a building without a lift. The upper floors are only accessible by stairs, which is important to consider if you have reduced mobility or would rather not carry luggage up flights of stairs.
Check-in at Basque Boutique by gaiarooms starts at 14:00 and check-out is until 11:00. Reception is not open 24 hours, so you should let the property know your expected arrival time in advance. The accommodation provides check-in instructions beforehand.
Basque Boutique by gaiarooms may pre-authorise your credit card before arrival. You must bring the same card used for the booking; if none of the guests is the cardholder, you should contact the guest house in advance.
Public parking is available near Basque Boutique by gaiarooms for €21.60 per day, and you do not need to reserve a space. It is a paid option; the accommodation does not offer free parking.