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One-star hotel in Mundaka, housed in the 1783 Simitur Palace, with a terrace, traditional bar, and beaches and a train station nearby.
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Hotel Branka is a 1-star hotel in Mundaka, housed in Simitur Palace, a neoclassical building dating from 1783. Its history is connected with the seafaring tradition of the former fishing village, and the rooms are named after fishing boats known locally. The accommodation is in the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve, with nearby beaches and a scene linked to surfing and water sports.
The bright rooms have simple decor, retain their beamed ceilings, and come with a Smart TV and a private bathroom with a bathtub and free toiletries. Options include double, triple, and quadruple rooms; some have air conditioning, and the triple room is in the attic. The building has a traditional bar and a spacious terrace, while several Basque restaurants are a five-minute walk away. Mundaka train station is 100 m away and offers direct connections to Bilbao and Bermeo, so you can combine visits along the coast with public transport.
Hotel Branka offers four room types, from double rooms for two people to a quadruple room that accommodates four. All have a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV; the accommodation also has bright rooms with beamed ceilings, Smart TVs, and simple decor. Room sizes range from 14 to 20 m², with single beds in several configurations and a double-bed option in the Standard Room.
The Triple Room adds a sofa bed and air conditioning, and is on the attic floor. The Quadruple Room with Private Bathroom accommodates four in bunk beds, while the Superior Double Room has two single beds. The Standard Room lets you choose between two single beds or one double bed. Bathrooms have a bathtub or shower, and rooms also include a desk and wardrobe, so you can choose the size and layout that suit your stay.
At 18 m², the Superior Double Room has two single beds and a private bathroom. Its flat-screen Smart TV and free toiletries make for a functional stay; it also has a bathtub or shower, a desk, and a wardrobe. The hotel's decor maintains a simple style within a historic building.
This 14 m² room lets you choose between two single beds or one double bed. It has a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV, a desk, and a wardrobe; free toiletries and a bathtub or shower complete the amenities. Its size and layout set it apart from Hotel Branka's other double room options.
At 20 m², the Triple Room accommodates three people and combines two single beds with a sofa bed. It is on the attic floor and has air conditioning, a feature that sets it apart from the other options. It includes a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV, and a bathtub or shower.
The Quadruple Room with Private Bathroom is 20 m² and accommodates up to four people in four bunk beds. Its layout makes it an option for those travelling in a group who prefer to share a room. It has a flat-screen TV, a wardrobe, heating, and a private bathroom with a bathtub or shower.
Hotel Branka has spaces for relaxing and ways to spend time at the accommodation. The terrace and sun terrace, along with outdoor furniture, provide an outdoor space; you can have a drink at the bar, café, or snack bar, and wine and champagne are available. The property also offers a children's buffet and special diet menus on request. Live comedy and temporary art galleries add entertainment options, and activities such as hiking and canoeing are available.
Wi-Fi is free throughout the property. Private parking is nearby in a garage, costs €13 per day, and requires a reservation. Practical services include luggage storage, tourist information, express check-in and check-out, and daily housekeeping. Family rooms and non-smoking rooms are available, along with heating, a lift, board games and puzzles, and a shuttle service.
Hotel Branka is at Kurtzio 1 in Mundaka, within the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve. You can explore the village and coast on foot: Mundaka centre is 80 m away, Basamortu kala Beach is 250 m away, and the Church of Santa María is 290 m away. Lamias and Atorras Park and Santa Catalina Hermitage are both 300 m away. Laidatxu Beach is 390 m away; Hondartzape is 630 m away. This stretch of coast is associated with surfing and other water sports.
Mundaka train station is 100 m away and has direct connections to Bilbao and Bermeo; Busturia Itsasbegi is 2 km away. The Urdaibaiboat ferry terminal is 460 m away. Bilbao Airport is 19 km away, while Bilbao is a 30-minute drive. For dining, Itxasne is 50 m away, Atalaya is 200 m away, and Restaurante Asador Portuondo is 1.1 km away; Igontxu, a bar, is 50 m away.
The beaches let you alternate swimming with walks by the sea: Laida is 1.5 km away, Antzora is 1.6 km away, and Toña Beach is 1.7 km away. You can also visit the Fishermen's Museum, 2.2 km away, or Torre Madariaga, 3.7 km away, to learn more about the Urdaibai area. The hotel occupies Simitur Palace, a neoclassical building dating from 1783, and Mundaka's seafaring tradition is part of its identity; the rooms are named after local fishing boats. Surfing and water activities are among the options along the estuary and coast to round out your visit.
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Guests particularly appreciate the staff and the surroundings, with good reviews also for cleanliness and Wi-Fi. The facilities and value for money receive more moderate ratings, while overall reviews reflect a well-regarded stay in Mundaka.
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Hotel Branka is 19 km from Bilbao Airport; Bilbao is a 30-minute drive away. Mundaka train station is 100 m away and offers direct connections to Bilbao and Bermeo, so you can arrive by train and walk to the accommodation. The Urdaibaiboat ferry terminal is 460 m away. Private parking is in a nearby garage, costs €13 per day, and requires a reservation.
Hotel Branka is in Mundaka, within the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve. Basamortu kala Beach is 250 m away, the Church of Santa María is 290 m away, and Lamias and Atorras Park is 300 m away. Laidatxu Beach is also 390 m away, and the Urdaibaiboat ferry terminal is 460 m away; the village centre is 80 m away.
Hotel Branka's Triple Room is 20 m², accommodates three people, and has two single beds and a sofa bed. The Quadruple Room with Private Bathroom is also 20 m² and accommodates up to four people in four bunk beds.
Hotel Branka has private parking nearby, not within the property. The parking is in a garage, costs €13 per day, and must be reserved in advance. It is not free.
Hotel Branka offers free Wi-Fi throughout the property, so you can connect during your stay in both the shared areas and the rooms.
Check-in at Hotel Branka starts at 14:00, and check-out is before 12:00. You must notify the property in advance of your expected arrival time and present photo ID and a credit card when checking in.
