Occidental Bilbao
Bilbao · Basque Country · 4 Stars

Occidental Bilbao

Four-star hotel in Bilbao, next to the Basilica of Begoña, with a seasonal outdoor pool, Mediterranean restaurant and rooms with city views.

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8.5 Score
3.306 Reviews
4★ Stars
14:00 Check-in
Area Bilbao
Nearby Basilica of Begoña · 140 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 14:00

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Occidental Bilbao

Occidental Bilbao is a 4-star hotel in Bilbao, next to the Basilica of Begoña, with a seasonal outdoor pool. Its rooms, decorated in light tones, have air conditioning, city views, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV and a minibar. Options include double and family rooms, as well as connecting rooms, plus an Executive category with more space.

A buffet breakfast is served every morning, and the restaurant prepares local Mediterranean cuisine; the hotel also has a café, bar and a lobby with a fireplace. Private parking is available on site for a daily fee. WiFi is free throughout the hotel.

Bilbao’s historic centre and Etxebarria Park are about a 15-minute walk away. Santutxu metro station is 200 m away, and the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao is 2.1 km away. The outdoor pool is open from June to September; guests can access the gym, spa and indoor pool at Club Metropolitan at special rates. Guests under 18 cannot use these facilities.

Occidental Bilbao
★ 8.5 · Very good · 3.306 reviews

Plan your stay at Occidental Bilbao

Four-star hotel in Bilbao, next to the Basilica of Begoña, with a seasonal outdoor pool, Mediterranean restaurant and rooms with city views.

Room types

The rooms combine light-toned décor with city views and a layout designed for relaxing after exploring Bilbao. All have air conditioning, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV and a minibar. Practical details include toiletries, a hairdryer, a safe and a desk; some categories also have tea- and coffee-making facilities.

There are double rooms with two single beds or a king-size bed, as well as family options with a sofa bed and rooms with three single beds. For those travelling together, there are also two connecting double rooms. The Executive category offers 30 m², compared with 25 m² for the other room types, and also has city views. The different configurations let you choose between a stay for two, a family option or connected rooms, without giving up a private bathroom or air conditioning.

Superior Double Room — Occidental Bilbao
Superior Double Room
25 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • City views
  • Bath or shower

At 25 m², the Superior Double Room has two single beds and city views. The private bathroom includes a bath or shower, and the room has air conditioning and a minibar. Its layout for two guests offers a functional space to relax after exploring Bilbao.

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Superior Room with King-Size Bed — Occidental Bilbao
Superior Room with King-Size Bed
25 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 king-size bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • King-size double bed
  • City views

This 25 m² category replaces the two single beds with a king-size double bed, while retaining the city views. It has a private bathroom with a bath or shower, air conditioning and a minibar. It is an option for two people who prefer to share a spacious bed during their stay.

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Family Room (2 Adults + 1 Child) — Occidental Bilbao
Family Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
25 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 king-size double bed and 1 sofa bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Sofa bed
  • City views

At 25 m², this room is designed for two adults and one child aged up to 12, with a king-size double bed and a sofa bed. City views, a private bathroom and a minibar complete the room; air conditioning helps keep the temperature comfortable.

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Superior Room with Extra Bed — Occidental Bilbao
Superior Room with Extra Bed
25 m² · Private bathroom

  • 3 single beds
  • Max 3 guests
  • Three single beds
  • City views

This 25 m² room stands out for its layout with three single beds, suitable for guests who prefer separate beds. It offers city views, air conditioning and a minibar, as well as a private bathroom with a bath or shower. A safe and wooden flooring complete the amenities.

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2 Connecting Double Rooms — Occidental Bilbao
2 Connecting Double Rooms
25 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 single beds and 1 king-size double bed
  • Max 4 guests
  • Connecting rooms
  • City views

This option comprises two connecting double rooms and has an area of 25 m², with capacity for four guests. It combines two single beds and a king-size double bed, as well as a private bathroom, city views and a minibar. The internal connection between the rooms makes travelling as a group easier.

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Executive Double Room — Occidental Bilbao
Executive Double Room
30 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • 30 m²
  • City views

At 30 m², the Executive Double Room offers more space than the 25 m² room types and retains the city views. It has two single beds, a private bathroom with a bath or shower and air conditioning. Tea- and coffee-making facilities are a practical extra for enjoying a drink in your room.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to visit the Basilica of Begoña, 140 m away, and travel by metro from Santutxu, 200 m away
  • you want an outdoor pool in the summer months: it is open from June to September
  • you’re interested in staying somewhere with a Mediterranean restaurant, café, bar and buffet breakfast
  • you’re travelling as a family: there are family rooms for two adults and one child, as well as connecting double rooms
  • you need facilities adapted for guests with reduced mobility and lift access to the floors

Maybe not, if...

  • you need free parking: private parking costs EUR 22 per day
  • you want to use the outdoor pool all year round: it is open from June to September
  • you’re travelling with guests under 18 who want to use the gym, spa or indoor pool: they cannot use these facilities
  • you want to use the gym, spa and indoor pool at no extra cost: the hotel offers a special combined rate of EUR 20

Hotel facilities & services

The restaurant serves Mediterranean cuisine, and the hotel also has a café, bar and snack bar. A buffet breakfast is served to help you start the day; breakfast in your room, children’s menus and special-diet menus are also available on request. Tea- and coffee-making facilities are among the available amenities, along with a minibar and fruit. Parking is available in a garage on site.

Leisure facilities include an indoor pool, gym, sauna and spa and wellness centre, as well as beauty treatments and massages. There is also a terrace and sun terrace. The hotel has a 24-hour reception, concierge service and luggage storage. Accessibility features include adapted facilities, a lift and family rooms; rooms come with free WiFi and air conditioning.

Great for your stay

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

General facilities

  • Terrace / sun terrace
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour reception
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry service
  • Air conditioning
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Lift
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Pool 1 - Indoor
  • Spa facilities
  • Massage
  • Gym

Parking

  • Parking in a garage

Food & drink

  • Café on site
  • Fruit
  • Wine / champagne
  • Children's menu
  • Special-diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/coffee maker

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
  • TV
  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Wardrobe
  • City views
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Desk

Location & what to see

Occidental Bilbao is on Avenida Zumalakarregi, in the Begoña area, next to the basilica of the same name. The Jardines de la Basílica de Begoña are 80 m away and the basilica is 140 m away; Santa Clara market is also 250 m away. The area combines religious landmarks, small parks and local amenities. Etxebarria Park is 650 m away, and Bilbao’s historic centre is about a 15-minute walk away. Santutxu metro station is 200 m away, making it useful for getting around without a car.

Bilbao Airport is 4.2 km away; the drive takes about 15 minutes. Bilbao-Atxuri station is 800 m away and Bilbao-Concordia is 1.1 km away. Santutxu metro makes it easy to get around the city, while Bilbao-Atxuri station offers connections to rail services. The hotel’s location lets you plan your arrival from the airport or combine train and metro travel depending on your itinerary. The Basque Museum of Ethnography and History is 650 m away, and Plaza Nueva is 800 m away.

If you want to visit museums, the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao is 2.1 km away and the Bilbao Fine Arts Museum is 2.2 km away. The Bilbao Museum of Artistic Reproductions is 1.2 km away; the Bizkaia Archaeological Museum is 680 m away. You can also stroll through Etxebarria Park and visit Jardines de Albia, 1.4 km away. The Basilica of Begoña, nearby parks and the squares of the old town let you combine cultural visits with walks, while the metro offers another way to get between different places in Bilbao.

Basilica of Begoña — A historic Bilbao church with a monumental façade and an interior of great interest. 140 m
Etxebarria Park — A large green space for walks and views of Bilbao’s urban landscape. 650 m
Guggenheim Museum Bilbao — A contemporary art museum in a landmark building beside the estuary. 2,1 km
Basque Museum of Ethnography and History — Collections exploring the history and traditions of the Basque Country. 650 m
Plaza Nueva — A colonnaded square in the old town, surrounded by bars and historic buildings. 800 m
Santutxu metro station — A nearby stop for getting around Bilbao without relying on a car. 200 m

What guests say about Occidental Bilbao

8.5
Very good · 3.306 reviews
Staff
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Location
8.2
Cleanliness
9.0
Facilities
8.7
Value for money
8.0
Free Wi-Fi
8.3

Guests particularly value the staff, cleanliness and comfort of the rooms. The facilities and comfortable beds also receive favourable comments. The surroundings score well for their proximity to the metro and places of interest, although they stand out less than the service and comfort.

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