Meliá Bilbao
Bilbao · Basque Country · 5 Stars

Meliá Bilbao

Five-star hotel in Bilbao, with avant-garde architecture, a heated semi-indoor pool, a wellness area and Basque cuisine made with local produce.

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8.8 Score
2.522 Reviews
5★ Stars
15:00 Check-in
Area Bilbao
Nearby Guggenheim Museum Bilbao · 650 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 15:00
Pets Allowed

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Meliá Bilbao

Meliá Bilbao is a 5-star hotel in Bilbao, next to Doña Casilda Park and with a heated semi-indoor pool. Its avant-garde architecture extends to rooms and suites with views of the city, the estuary or the mountains. Options vary in size and layout: there are connecting rooms, family options and The Level stays, as well as a junior suite with a seating area.

The Aizian restaurant prepares Basque cuisine with local and organic produce; dinner is reserved for staying guests and is served from 20:30 to 22:30. The wellness centre brings together a gym, sauna and pool, while the meeting rooms can be used to organise gatherings and events. A few minutes' walk away are the Bilbao Fine Arts Museum, Doña Casilda Park and the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao. San Mamés metro station is 600 m away, a convenient connection for combining cultural visits, walks along the estuary and work commitments.

Meliá Bilbao
★ 8.8 · Fabulous · 2.522 reviews

Plan your stay at Meliá Bilbao

Five-star hotel in Bilbao, with avant-garde architecture, a heated semi-indoor pool, a wellness area and Basque cuisine made with local produce.

Room types

Meliá Bilbao's rooms include options such as the Meliá Room, Family Room, Melia Connecting Rooms and various The Level categories. Some have views of the city, a landmark or the estuary; for example, a Meliá Room is 22 m², the Family Room is 28 m² and the Junior Suite The Level is 45 m². The Melia Connecting Rooms can accommodate up to six people.

A private bathroom with a bath is a standard feature in the rooms. Depending on the category, they also have air conditioning, a minibar, a sauna, a flat-screen TV, bathrobes and slippers. Rooms with river views offer a different perspective on the surroundings, while Supreme with Terrace The Level adds an outdoor space and the Junior Suite The Level has a seating area. The range lets you choose between twin or double beds, connecting rooms and options with a terrace or views.

Meliá Room — Meliá Bilbao
Meliá Room
22 m²

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 3 guests
  • City view
  • Bath

At 22 m², this room has city views and offers a quiet, soundproofed space. The private bathroom has a bath and shower, a practical combination after a day of sightseeing. It has two single beds and can accommodate up to three people.

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Family Room — Meliá Bilbao
Family Room
28 m²

  • 2 Double beds
  • Max 4 guests
  • Sauna
  • City view

At 28 m², this room stands out for its two double beds and sauna, as well as its city views. The private bathroom has a bath and shower; it also includes a bathrobe, slippers and bidet. Soundproofing completes the contemporary-style space.

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Meliá Room with Estuary View — Meliá Bilbao
Meliá Room with Estuary View
22 m²

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Bath
  • Air conditioning

At 22 m², this double room stands out for its estuary views, air conditioning and minibar. The private bathroom has a bath; the room also includes a sauna, bathrobe and bidet. It has two single beds.

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Melia Room with Park View — Meliá Bilbao
Melia Room with Park View
22 m²

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Landmark view
  • Sauna

This 22 m² room has park views and a double bed. The private bathroom has a bath, shower and bidet; the room also has a sauna, air conditioning and soundproofed walls. The flat-screen TV completes the key amenities.

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Melia Connecting Rooms — Meliá Bilbao
Melia Connecting Rooms
22 m²

  • 2 Single beds or 1 Double bed
  • Max 6 guests
  • City view
  • Bath

At 22 m² and with a capacity of up to six people, this option brings together connecting rooms with city views. The main configuration has two single beds. The private bathroom has a bath and shower, while the soundproofed walls help separate the spaces.

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The Level Room — Meliá Bilbao
The Level Room
35 m²

  • 1 Extra-large double bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • River view
  • Bath

This 35 m² The Level room combines river views with an extra-large double bed. The private bathroom has a bath and the space is soundproofed. Air conditioning and a minibar provide additional comforts in a room designed for relaxing.

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Supreme The Level — Meliá Bilbao
Supreme The Level
35 m²

  • 1 Extra-large double bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • River view
  • Shower

At 35 m², Supreme The Level offers river views and an extra-large double bed. Unlike the bath in the The Level Room, the private bathroom here has a bath and shower. There is also air conditioning, a minibar and soundproofed walls.

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Supreme with Terrace The Level — Meliá Bilbao
Supreme with Terrace The Level
35 m²

  • 1 Extra-large double bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Terrace
  • City view

This 35 m² room adds a terrace to the city views and extra-large double bed. The private bathroom has a bath, shower and bidet; a bathrobe and slippers are also provided. Soundproofing and air conditioning complete the space.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to visit museums: the Fine Arts Museum is 350 m away and the Guggenheim Bilbao is 650 m away.
  • you feel like relaxing at the hotel: the wellness centre has a gym, sauna and heated semi-indoor pool.
  • you are looking for rooms with views of the city, the estuary or a landmark, as well as options with a terrace.
  • you are travelling by public transport: San Mamés metro station is 600 m away and Indautxu station is 700 m away.
  • you are organising a meeting or event: the hotel has a business centre and meeting or banquet rooms.

Maybe not, if...

  • you need free parking: the private garage costs 28 € per day and must be reserved.
  • you are travelling with a pet and want to avoid extra charges: pets are allowed on request and fees may apply, from 50 EUR per pet per day.
  • you want to have dinner at Aizian outside its stated opening hours: the restaurant is open from 20:30 to 22:30 and only for staying guests.
  • you need a cot guaranteed: cots are subject to availability.

Hotel facilities & services

Meliá Bilbao combines spaces for relaxing with useful services for an urban stay. It has a terrace and sun terrace, a 24-hour reception, luggage storage and daily housekeeping. For business meetings, there is a business centre and meeting or banquet rooms; the hotel also offers airport transfers and room service. The property is adapted for guests with reduced mobility and has family rooms.

The dining options include two restaurants, a café, a bar and a snack bar. Special-diet menus are also available on request, as well as fruit and wine or champagne. Pets are allowed on request, and bowls and a basket are provided for them. There is garage parking and free Wi-Fi throughout the property. The terrace, temporary art galleries and activities about local culture complete the available spaces and activities.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Bath
  • Free WiFi
  • Pets allowed
  • 2 restaurants
  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests

General facilities

  • Terrace / sun terrace
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Themed dinners
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour reception
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry service
  • Business centre
  • Meeting / banquet rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Facilities for disabled guests

Parking

  • Garage parking

Food & drink

  • Café on site
  • Fruit
  • Wine / champagne
  • Special-diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Media & technology

  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Bath
  • Bed linen
  • Wardrobe
  • Socket near the bed

Location & what to see

Meliá Bilbao is in Abandoibarra, next to the estuary and a short distance from parks, squares and museums. Doña Casilda de Iturrizar Park is 160 m away and Plaza Euskadi is 330 m away. The Bilbao Fine Arts Museum and Itsasmuseum Bilbao are 350 m away; the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao is 650 m away. Deusto Bridge, 250 m away, is another nearby place to cross the estuary and explore its promenades.

Bilbao Airport is 3.6 km away. For public transport, San Mamés metro station is 600 m away and Indautxu station is 700 m away. San Mamés Rail Station is 850 m away, while Abando Bus Station is 1.3 km away. These connections make it easy to plan visits around Bilbao without relying on a car; the old town, including Plaza Nueva, is 1.8 km away.

The area invites you to alternate between museums, architecture and walks by the water. You can spend time at the Guggenheim Museum and the Fine Arts Museum, or visit the Maritime Museum and the green spaces of Abandoibarra. In August, Aste Nagusia fills the city with concerts, activities and a festive atmosphere. At other times of year, museums, squares and walks along the estuary offer urban plans indoors or outdoors.

Guggenheim Museum Bilbao — Contemporary art museum known for its architecture beside the estuary. 650 m
Bilbao Fine Arts Museum — Collections of ancient and modern art in a museum next to the park. 350 m
Doña Casilda de Iturrizar Park — Urban gardens and walking paths a few minutes from the hotel. 160 m
Itsasmuseum Bilbao — Maritime museum dedicated to the port and naval history of Bilbao. 350 m
Indautxu — Nearby station for connecting to rail services around the city. 670 m
Plaza Euskadi — Open square next to museums, gardens and promenades in Abandoibarra. 330 m

What guests say about Meliá Bilbao

8.8
Fabulous · 2.522 reviews
Staff
9.0
Comfort
9.2
Location
9.3
Cleanliness
9.2
Facilities
8.9
Value for money
8.2
Free Wi-Fi
9.0

Guests particularly appreciate the cleanliness, comfortable beds and staff. They also highlight the surroundings and facilities, with good ratings for Wi-Fi. Value for money receives a somewhat more moderate rating than the better-rated aspects.

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