Pensión Arias
Bilbao · Basque Country · 1 Star

Pensión Arias

One-star guest house in Bilbao with free Wi-Fi, single and twin rooms, and Ametzola and Autonomía stations just a few minutes away.

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6.9 Score
1.990 Reviews
1★ Star
16:00 Check-in
Area Bilbao
Nearby Guggenheim Museum Bilbao · 1,7 km
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 16:00

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Pensión Arias

Pensión Arias is a 1-star guest house in Bilbao, a five-minute walk from Ametzola station, with rooms that have shared bathrooms. It offers single and twin rooms, suitable for solo travellers or anyone needing two separate beds. The rooms have heating, wooden floors, a bedside table and a flat-screen TV; the bathroom is shared.

Wi-Fi is free, and the building has a lift and non-smoking rooms. Pensión Arias is in central Bilbao: from here, you can walk to Ametzola railway station and the old town, while the Guggenheim Museum is about a 20-minute walk away. Public transport is also easily accessible, with nearby train and metro stations. It is a simple base for exploring the city, visiting its museums and gardens, or getting around Bilbao without relying on a car. There is no parking at the property.

Pensión Arias
★ 6.9 · · 1.990 reviews

Plan your stay at Pensión Arias

One-star guest house in Bilbao with free Wi-Fi, single and twin rooms, and Ametzola and Autonomía stations just a few minutes away.

Room types

Pensión Arias offers single and twin rooms, including Superior Single Room options. The single rooms accommodate one person and have one single bed; the twin rooms accommodate up to two people and have two single beds. You can choose between a private stay when travelling alone and a room with separate beds for two guests.

The rooms have heating, wooden floors, a bedside table and a flat-screen TV. The bathroom is shared, an important feature to consider when choosing your stay. Room sizes are not provided in this listing; the maximum occupancy is specified for each category, at one or two people. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. The Superior Single Room and Twin Room - 2 beds are among the options, alongside standard single rooms, to suit different travel arrangements without changing the bed layout.

Superior Single Room — Pensión Arias
Superior Single Room

  • 1 Single bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Heating
  • Wooden floors

This superior room is designed for one person and has one single bed. Heating, wooden floors and a flat-screen TV provide the essentials for relaxing after exploring Bilbao. The bathroom is shared, as in the guest house’s other room categories.

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Superior Single Room — Pensión Arias
Superior Single Room

  • 1 Single bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Bedside table
  • Heating

Accommodating one guest, the Superior Single Room has one single bed and heating. Wooden flooring and a flat-screen TV complete the equipment listed for the rooms. The shared bathroom is a feature to bear in mind when choosing this room.

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Twin Room - 2 beds — Pensión Arias
Twin Room - 2 beds

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Two single beds
  • Flat-screen TV

The twin room accommodates up to two people and has two single beds, a practical arrangement for sharing a room without sleeping in the same bed. It has heating, wooden floors, a bedside table and a flat-screen TV; the bathroom is shared.

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Twin Room - 2 beds — Pensión Arias
Twin Room - 2 beds

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Heating
  • Bedside table

For two guests, this category has two single beds and the practical features listed for the guest house’s rooms: heating and a flat-screen TV. Wooden floors complete the space. The shared bathroom sets this option apart from accommodation with an en-suite bathroom.

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Twin Room - 2 beds — Pensión Arias
Twin Room - 2 beds

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Wooden floors
  • Heating

With two single beds and a maximum occupancy of two, this room lets guests share their stay while sleeping in separate beds. Heating helps keep the room comfortable; it also has wooden floors and a flat-screen TV. The bathroom is shared with other guests at the guest house.

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Twin Room - 2 beds — Pensión Arias
Twin Room - 2 beds

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Bedside table
  • Wooden floors

This twin room accommodates two people and is arranged with two single beds. Features include a bedside table, heating and a flat-screen TV; wooden floors complete the room’s finish. The shared bathroom completes the layout.

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Single Room — Pensión Arias
Single Room

  • 1 Single bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Heating

The Single Room is for one guest and has one single bed. It differs from the twin options in its capacity and layout, while retaining the features listed for the rooms, such as heating, wooden floors and a flat-screen TV. The bathroom is shared.

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Single Room — Pensión Arias
Single Room

  • 1 Single bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Wooden floors
  • Bedside table

With one single bed and space for one person, this category is a compact option for solo travellers. Facilities include heating and a flat-screen TV, along with wooden floors and a bedside table. The shared bathroom is outside the room.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you’re travelling alone: there are single rooms with one bed and space for one person
  • there are two of you and you prefer separate beds: the twin rooms have two single beds
  • you want to get around by public transport: Autonomía and Ametzola railway stations are 250 m and 300 m away
  • you need internet access at no extra cost: Wi-Fi is free
  • you’re looking for accommodation with a lift, heating and non-smoking rooms

Maybe not, if...

  • you prefer a private bathroom: the rooms have shared bathrooms
  • you need on-site parking: Pensión Arias has no parking
  • you want to leave your luggage before or after your stay: there is no luggage storage
  • you’re travelling with a bicycle: bicycles are not allowed in the accommodation

Hotel facilities & services

Free Wi-Fi makes it easy to get online during your stay. The lift lets you reach the rooms without using the stairs, and heating is available for cooler days. There are also non-smoking rooms, an option for anyone who prefers to stay in a smoke-free space.

The shared bathroom is one of the guest house’s practical features and is worth bearing in mind when choosing between a single or twin room. The rooms also have wooden floors, a bedside table and a flat-screen TV. The combination of a lift, heating and internet access covers everyday needs during a city stay, while the smoke-free spaces offer an alternative for guests who value that environment. Pensión Arias therefore brings together practical amenities in central Bilbao accommodation.

Great for your stay

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Lift

General facilities

  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Non-smoking rooms

Media & technology

  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Shared bathroom

Location & what to see

Pensión Arias is at Pablo Alzola, 13, in Bilbao, in the central part of the city. Ametzola railway station is 300 m away and Autonomía station is 250 m away. Nearby, you’ll find Plaza de La Casilla, 210 m away, and Iglesia Buen Pastor, 240 m away. Ametzola Park, 390 m away, is another nearby place for a stroll between visits.

To get around the city, San Mamés Metro Station is 600 m away and Indautxu Metro Station is 700 m away. Bilbao Airport is 4.9 km away. Nearby cultural attractions include the Bilbao Bullfighting Museum, 730 m away, Itsasmuseum Bilbao, 1.1 km away, and the Bilbao Fine Arts Museum, 1.2 km away. The Guggenheim Museum Bilbao is 1.7 km away; the old town is about a 20-minute walk.

You can spend a day visiting the museums and then continue to Doña Casilda Iturrízar Park, 1.1 km away, or Plaza del Sagrado Corazón, 950 m away. The Guggenheim, the Fine Arts Museum and Itsasmuseum let you explore art, architecture and maritime heritage. For a longer walk, Plaza Nueva is 1.9 km away. The nearby train and metro stations make it easy to plan trips to different Bilbao neighbourhoods, while the old town has streets and squares to explore on foot.

Guggenheim Museum Bilbao — Contemporary art museum with distinctive architecture beside the estuary. 1,7 km
Bilbao Fine Arts Museum — Art collection in a museum located beside Doña Casilda Park. 1,2 km
Itsasmuseum Bilbao — Museum dedicated to Bilbao’s maritime and port history. 1,1 km
Doña Casilda Iturrízar Park — Urban park with gardens, walking paths and wooded areas where you can relax. 1,1 km
Ametzola — Nearby railway station with connections to other parts of the city. 300 m
La Casilla Square — Nearby city square surrounded by neighbourhood streets and amenities. 210 m

What guests say about Pensión Arias

6.9
· 1.990 reviews
Staff
7.1
Comfort
7.3
Location
8.1
Cleanliness
7.4
Facilities
6.9
Value for money
7.4
Free Wi-Fi
8.0

Guests particularly appreciate the proximity to public transport and local attractions. Cleanliness, comfort and value for money receive slightly more favourable opinions than the facilities; the staff and Wi-Fi round out a moderate overall impression.

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