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Four-star hotel in Gautegiz Arteaga, within Urdaibai: a Neo-Gothic castle with a Basque restaurant, rooftop terrace and nearby hiking trails.
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Hotel Castillo de Arteaga is a 4-star hotel in Gautegiz Arteaga, housed in a 13th-century castle restored in the 19th century in the Neo-Gothic style. In the Urdaibai nature reserve, it combines historic architecture with accommodation equipped for a comfortable visit to the rural surroundings of Bizkaia.
The restaurant serves Basque cuisine and the building houses an extensive wine cellar; the rooftop terrace offers views of the countryside. Rooms have air conditioning, Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a hairdryer, bathrobe and slippers. Options include double rooms, a Junior Suite with a private terrace and larger suites with countryside views. The surrounding landscape invites you to go hiking, while the coast is about a 10-minute drive away. Guernica is the same distance away and Bilbao is about a 35-minute drive.
Accommodation at Hotel Castillo de Arteaga includes double rooms, a Junior Suite and suites, with options ranging from 20 to 50 m². Facilities include air conditioning, Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV and a minibar, as well as a private bathroom with a hairdryer, bathrobe and slippers. The double rooms have a large double bed; one of them also has a terrace.
The 20 m² Junior Suite has a private terrace and comes in different configurations, including one with a round bathtub or one with a hot tub on the terrace. The 50 m² Suite includes two armchairs and offers countryside views; it may have a hot tub or a bathtub beside the sleeping area. In some rooms, traditional décor and mountain views add to the castle’s historic character.
At 20 m² and accommodating two guests, this room combines air conditioning, a minibar and a flat-screen TV. The rooms in the tower have traditional décor and mountain views; some on the ground floor feature a rustic style and a bathtub.
The Junior Suite measures 20 m² and has a private terrace, providing its own outdoor space. Configurations vary: one has a round bathtub, while the other is set over two floors, with a shower on the ground floor and a hot tub on the terrace.
At 50 m², this suite has two armchairs and countryside views, features that set it apart within the castle. One of the suites has a hot tub; the other has a bathtub beside the sleeping area.
This 20 m² room accommodates two guests and stands out for its private terrace, providing its own outdoor space within the castle. It has a large double bed. It’s a compact option if you’d like a terrace without choosing a suite.
Hotel Castillo de Arteaga offers free private parking and free Wi-Fi throughout the property. Its terraces, solarium and garden provide outdoor spaces to relax; hiking lets you explore the surrounding area. The hotel also has facilities adapted for guests with reduced mobility, a lift, heating and air conditioning. The reception is open 24 hours a day, while luggage storage and a safe add to the practical amenities.
Facilities include a restaurant, café and bar, as well as a children’s menu and wine or champagne. Room service lets you order to your accommodation. Meeting and banquet rooms are available for meetings and celebrations. The reception offers tourist information for anyone wishing to plan visits around Gautegiz Arteaga.
Hotel Castillo de Arteaga is in Gautegiz Arteaga, within the Urdaibai nature reserve, in a rural setting in the Basque Country. Castillo de Arteaga is 20 m away; the Church of Santa María is 420 m away and Urdaibai Bird Center is 600 m away. The centre of Gautéguiz de Arteaga is 340 m away, while Kortezubi is 1.2 km away and Murueta is 2.3 km away. These villages let you explore the landscape and local life without travelling far.
Bilbao Airport is 20 km away; Vitoria Airport is 50 km away and San Sebastián Airport is 69 km away. Forua and San Kristobal stations are 2.7 and 3.4 km away. The coast is about a 10-minute drive away, and Antzoras Beach, Laga Beach and Ea Beach are 6 km away. Guernica is about a 10-minute drive away and Bilbao is 35 minutes away. Torre Madariaga is 4.4 km away and the Fishermen’s Museum is 9 km away.
The nearby Urdaibai Bird Center offers a visit focused on the birds and wetlands of the reserve. For a day on the coast, Laga Beach, Ea Beach and Antzoras Beach are all options; in the warmer months, the coast is a place to swim and walk. The countryside around Gautegiz Arteaga offers opportunities for hiking, while nearby Guernica adds an urban visit. Bilbao, a 35-minute drive away, offers further options, including museums, architecture and cultural attractions.
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Staff receives the highest rating, with good scores for cleanliness and comfort too. Facilities and value for money score slightly lower, while Wi-Fi is the least highly rated aspect.
Rates at Hotel Castillo de Arteaga vary depending on the season, room category and dates. You can check the latest price here for your stay.
The nearest airport is Bilbao Airport, 20 km away; Vitoria Airport is 50 km away and San Sebastián Airport is 69 km away. Forua and San Kristobal stations are 2.7 and 3.4 km away. The hotel has free private parking, and you don’t need to reserve a space. Guernica is about a 10-minute drive away and Bilbao is 35 minutes away.
Hotel Castillo de Arteaga is in Gautegiz Arteaga, within Urdaibai. Castillo de Arteaga is 20 m away, the Church of Santa María is 420 m away and Urdaibai Bird Center is 600 m away. To visit the coast, Laga Beach, Ea Beach and Antzoras Beach are each 6 km away. Guernica is about a 10-minute drive away.
Hotel Castillo de Arteaga offers continental and buffet breakfast. The restaurant serves Basque cuisine and the property has an extensive wine cellar. The café and bar provide further options for a drink during your stay.
The restaurant and café at Hotel Castillo de Arteaga are closed on Sunday evenings and all day Monday. The property also has a bar; the restaurant serves Basque cuisine when it is open.
Hotel Castillo de Arteaga allows extra beds on request and for an additional charge. Extra beds are also available for children if requested in advance and confirmed by the property before arrival.
Hotel Castillo de Arteaga offers double rooms, a Junior Suite and suites. The Junior Suite has a private terrace and may include a round bathtub or a hot tub on the terrace; suites are up to 50 m² and have countryside views.
Hotel Castillo de Arteaga has facilities adapted for guests with reduced mobility. The building also has a lift and a 24-hour reception.
Hotel Castillo de Arteaga doesn’t have a swimming pool. The property does have a garden and terrace, while the coast is about a 10-minute drive away and nearby beaches are 6 km away.