Hotel Balneario Orduña Plaza
Orduña · Basque Country · 4 Stars

Hotel Balneario Orduña Plaza

Four-star hotel in a neoclassical former customs house in Orduña, with a spa using mineral-medicinal water, a terrace above arcades and rooms with hydromassage baths.

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8.0 Score
916 Reviews
4★ Stars
15:00 Check-in
Area Orduña
Nearby Palacio Minenza · 50 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 15:00

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Hotel Balneario Orduña Plaza

Hotel Balneario Orduña Plaza is a 4-star hotel in Orduña, housed in an 18th-century neoclassical building that served as a customs house for goods travelling between Bilbao and Castile.

The building retains a spacious terrace above the arches of the former customs house, while its contemporary-style rooms have a private bathroom, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. Options include single, double, triple and family rooms, as well as a duplex suite; some have views or a hydromassage bath. Two room types include one hour of thermal circuit access per person per stay, with advance reservation.

The spa, available for a fee, uses mineral-medicinal water from the Muera de Arbieto spring and offers thermal baths and wellness treatments. The accommodation serves a buffet breakfast; currently, the restaurant serves breakfast only, with no lunch or dinner. Orduña station is 450 m away and Monte Santiago Natural Park is 6 km away.

Hotel Balneario Orduña Plaza
★ 8.0 · Very good · 916 reviews

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Four-star hotel in a neoclassical former customs house in Orduña, with a spa using mineral-medicinal water, a terrace above arcades and rooms with hydromassage baths.

Room types

Rooms at Hotel Balneario Orduña Plaza range from 15 to 40 m² and accommodate one to five people, depending on the room type. Options include single rooms, Standard and Superior Double Rooms, a Triple Room, a Family Room and a Duplex Suite. All have a private bathroom, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV; several also have a minibar and desk. Bed configurations vary between some rooms, with a choice of a double bed or single beds.

The Triple Room adds a sofa bed and accommodates three people, while the Family Room has 28 m² and sleeps four. The Duplex Suite consists of two connecting rooms and can accommodate up to five guests; it has views and a hydromassage bath. There are also Double Rooms with views and two room types whose names include spa access: both offer one hour of thermal circuit access per person per stay, with advance reservation. You can choose from a single room, a couple’s getaway or a more spacious layout to share.

Triple Room — Hotel Balneario Orduña Plaza
Triple Room
26 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds or 2 Single beds and 1 Sofa bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Sofa
  • Bath or shower

At 26 m², this room accommodates three people and has two single beds in its main configuration. It also has a sofa bed and a private bathroom with a bath or shower. Air conditioning and a flat-screen TV complete this option for sharing without moving up to a family room.

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Family Room — Hotel Balneario Orduña Plaza
Family Room
28 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Double bed and 1 Large double bed
  • Max 4 guests
  • Sofa
  • Minibar

This 28 m² family room accommodates up to four people and offers more space than the double room options. It has a private bathroom with a bath or shower, a sofa, minibar and desk, as well as air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. Its capacity makes it suitable for a family stay.

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Standard Double Room - 1 or 2 Beds — Hotel Balneario Orduña Plaza
Standard Double Room - 1 or 2 Beds
17 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds or 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Desk
  • Minibar

At 17 m², this room for two offers a choice of one double bed or two single beds. The private bathroom has a bath or shower, and the room also has air conditioning, heating, a desk, minibar and flat-screen TV. It’s a compact option for couples or two travellers.

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Superior Double Room - 1 or 2 Beds — Hotel Balneario Orduña Plaza
Superior Double Room - 1 or 2 Beds
20 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Large double bed or 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Views
  • Desk

This Superior Double Room offers 20 m² and views, setting it apart from the Standard Double Room. It can be arranged with a double bed or two single beds and has a private bathroom with a bath or shower, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. A desk and minibar are also included.

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Double Room with 1 or 2 Beds and One-Time Spa Access — Hotel Balneario Orduña Plaza
Double Room with 1 or 2 Beds and One-Time Spa Access
17 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Large double bed or 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Minibar
  • Bath or shower

This 17 m² room for two stands out by including one hour of thermal circuit access per person per stay. The circuit must be booked in advance. The private bathroom has a bath or shower, and the room also includes air conditioning, a desk, minibar and flat-screen TV.

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Duplex Suite — Hotel Balneario Orduña Plaza
Duplex Suite
40 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Sofa bed and 1 Large double bed and 2 Single beds
  • Max 5 guests
  • Views
  • Private hot tub

At 40 m², this suite consists of two connecting rooms and accommodates up to five people. The Duplex Suite has views and a hydromassage bath. It includes a complimentary coffee and tea maker, as well as a decorative, non-functional fireplace. Air conditioning and a private bathroom complete this option for groups or families.

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Single Room with One-Time Spa Access — Hotel Balneario Orduña Plaza
Single Room with One-Time Spa Access
15 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Single bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Thermal circuit access
  • Desk

This 15 m² single room is designed for one person and includes one hour of thermal circuit access per stay. It must be booked in advance. The room has a private bathroom with a hydromassage bath or shower, air conditioning, heating, a desk, minibar and flat-screen TV.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to enjoy thermal baths, a hammam and a sauna; general spa access incurs an additional charge.
  • you’re travelling as a family: there’s a Family Room for four people and a Duplex Suite for five.
  • you’re arriving by train: Orduña station is 450 m away.
  • you’re interested in historic buildings: the hotel occupies an 18th-century neoclassical former customs house.
  • you need facilities adapted for guests with reduced mobility.

Maybe not, if...

  • you’re looking for free on-site parking: private parking is nearby and may incur an additional charge.
  • you want to have lunch or dinner at the hotel restaurant: it’s currently closed for lunch and dinner.
  • you need breakfast to be included in the rate: the buffet is available at an additional charge.
  • you want to use the spa on Sunday or Monday afternoons, when it’s closed during those hours.

Hotel facilities & services

Hotel Balneario Orduña Plaza has a range of services for relaxing, including a terrace, 24-hour reception, luggage storage, bicycle rental and family-friendly facilities, with family rooms and areas adapted for guests with reduced mobility. The gym and spa area bring together the wellness facilities, including thermal baths, a hammam, sauna, hydromassage bath, massages, beauty treatments and spa packages. There are also spaces to relax and an indoor area with board games and puzzles.

Room amenities include a private bathroom, bidet, bath or shower, toiletries and a hairdryer. Air conditioning, heating, free WiFi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels are also available. For drinks and snacks, the property has a café and bar, as well as fruit and wine or champagne. Meeting and banquet rooms are also available.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Gym
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests

General facilities

  • Terrace
  • Bicycle rental
  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour reception
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games / puzzles
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Meeting / banquet rooms
  • Spa / wellness packages
  • Spa / relaxation area
  • Beauty services
  • Thermal baths
  • Hammam
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Parking

  • Parking in a garage

Food & drink

  • Café on site
  • Fruit
  • Wine / champagne
  • Bar

Media & technology

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

Room amenities

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

Location & what to see

Hotel Balneario Orduña Plaza is on Plaza de los Fueros, in the historic centre of Orduña, a town in Bizkaia surrounded by territory belonging to Álava. The 18th-century neoclassical building was formerly a customs house for controlling the movement of traders and goods between Bilbao and Castile. Its terrace extends above the building’s arches. Several palaces are a short walk away: Palacio Minenza, 50 m away; Palacio Olaso, 70 m away; and Palacio Díaz Pimenta, 80 m away. Iglesia de San Juan is 100 m away and Parroquia de Santa Maria is 230 m away.

Orduña station is 450 m away, convenient if you arrive by train. Vitoria Airport is 25 km away and Bilbao Airport is 34 km away. In town, you can walk around the square and visit the palaces and churches in the historic centre; Monumento a Iván Fandiño is 190 m away and Monumento a Juan de Garay is 250 m away. Eukeni Arabako Txakolina is 2.4 km away and Tertanga is 2.1 km away, giving you the option to explore beyond the centre.

For an outing in the mountain landscape, Monte Santiago Natural Park is 6 km away. Mirador Puerto de Orduña, 4.4 km away, offers a place to take in the local scenery, while Bedarbide peak (1041m) is 4.1 km away. Aloria is 2.3 km away and offers another option for exploring the surrounding area. You can spend one day exploring the local heritage and another enjoying nearby scenery, with walks around town and outdoor routes to choose from.

Palacio Minenza — Historic building that forms part of the town centre’s monumental complex. 50 m
Palacio Olaso — Noble palace close to the square and other historic buildings. 70 m
Church of San Juan — Church in the town centre, a short distance from Orduña’s palaces. 100 m
Parish Church of Santa Maria — Church to include on an architectural walk through the historic centre. 230 m
Monte Santiago Natural Park — Mountain area with natural scenery and walking routes. 6 km
Mirador Puerto de Orduña — Viewpoint overlooking the mountains and the area around Orduña. 4,4 km

What guests say about Hotel Balneario Orduña Plaza

8.0
Very good · 916 reviews
Staff
8.9
Comfort
8.4
Location
9.0
Cleanliness
8.5
Facilities
7.9
Value for money
7.8
Free Wi-Fi
7.3

Reviews particularly praise the staff and central location, while cleanliness and comfort also receive solid ratings. Facilities, value for money and WiFi receive more moderate feedback, so the building and service stand out more than the practical aspects.

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