Pensión Matilde
Bilbao · Basque Country

Pensión Matilde

Guest house in Bilbao, next to Santiago Cathedral, with rooms featuring balconies and city views, free WiFi in common areas and shared lounges.

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7.5 Score
37 Reviews
16:00 Check-in
Area Bilbao
Nearby Santiago Cathedral · 220 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 16:00

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Pensión Matilde

Pensión Matilde is a guest house in Bilbao, 220 m from Santiago Cathedral, with rooms featuring balconies and city views. It suits those who want to stay in the Old Town and explore its streets, squares, museums and restaurants on foot. Options include double rooms for two people and single rooms; all have a shared bathroom, desk and wardrobe. The double rooms are 16 m², while the single rooms offer 9 or 12 m².

The rooms have heating and a fan; double rooms also feature a flat-screen TV. The property has a shared lounge, a lift and free WiFi in the common areas, and is entirely non-smoking. It does not have its own parking, so it is better suited to those travelling on foot or by public transport than to those who need to park their car next to their accommodation. Casco Viejo metro station is 150 m away, and the Cathedral is within walking distance.

Pensión Matilde
★ 7.5 · Good · 37 reviews

Plan your stay at Pensión Matilde

Guest house in Bilbao, next to Santiago Cathedral, with rooms featuring balconies and city views, free WiFi in common areas and shared lounges.

Room types

The accommodation combines 16 m² double rooms for up to two people with single-room options measuring 9 or 12 m². All have a balcony, city views, a desk and a shared bathroom; the main differences between categories are therefore their size, occupancy and bed type. Double rooms include a flat-screen TV, while the single rooms offer a more compact stay for one person.

Room amenities include a wardrobe, heating, a fan and wooden or parquet flooring. Towels and toilet paper are also provided. The balcony and city views are features shared by all five options, both double and single rooms. When choosing, you can focus on the space available: the 12 m² single room is larger than the 9 m² option, while the double rooms can accommodate up to two guests.

Double Room with Shared Bathroom — Pensión Matilde
Double Room with Shared Bathroom
16 m²

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Balcony
  • City views

This 16 m² double room accommodates up to two guests and combines a balcony with city views. It has a desk and a flat-screen TV, as well as a shared bathroom. The double bed and wardrobe complete this practical option for relaxing after exploring Bilbao.

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Double Room with Shared Bathroom — Pensión Matilde
Double Room with Shared Bathroom
16 m²

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Balcony
  • City views

A balcony and city views are features of this 16 m² double room, which is set up for two people. It includes a desk and a flat-screen TV; the bathroom is shared. The double bed and wardrobe complete the room, which has a simple layout for a stay in the Old Town.

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Room with Shared Bathroom - Large Bed — Pensión Matilde
Room with Shared Bathroom - Large Bed
16 m²

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Balcony
  • City views

Measuring 16 m² and accommodating up to two guests, this room offers a balcony and city views. The double bed, desk and flat-screen TV complete the amenities; the bathroom is shared. The wardrobe and wooden or parquet flooring add practical touches to the room.

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Single Room with Shared Bathroom — Pensión Matilde
Single Room with Shared Bathroom
9 m²

  • 1 Single bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Balcony
  • City views

At 9 m², this is Pensión Matilde's most compact single-room option and is designed for one person. It has a balcony with city views, a desk and a wardrobe, as well as a shared bathroom. A fan and heating complete the room amenities.

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Single Room with Balcony — Pensión Matilde
Single Room with Balcony
12 m²

  • 1 Single bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Balcony
  • City views

This 12 m² single room offers more space than the 9 m² option and accommodates one person. The balcony and city views accompany the single bed; it also has a desk, wardrobe and shared bathroom. It features wooden or parquet flooring, heating and a fan.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to explore the Old Town on foot, with Santiago Cathedral 220 m away and Plaza Nueva 50 m away
  • you are travelling as a couple and want a 16 m² double room for two people
  • you are travelling alone and prefer a 9 or 12 m² single room
  • you would find free WiFi in the common areas and a shared lounge useful
  • you value having a balcony and city views in your room

Maybe not, if...

  • you need a private bathroom: all rooms have a shared bathroom
  • you want to park at the property, which has no parking
  • you need a room for more than two people: double rooms accommodate a maximum of two guests
  • you plan to hold a party or need accommodation without noise restrictions between 22:00 and 08:00

Hotel facilities & services

The accommodation centres on simple spaces for relaxing and spending time together. The rooms have balconies and views, and the double rooms also include a flat-screen TV. The shared lounge provides a communal area where you can take a break. Free WiFi is available in the common areas, while the lift makes it easier to reach the different floors.

The bedrooms have a desk and wardrobe, along with towels and toilet paper; the bathrooms are shared. Wooden or parquet flooring, heating and a fan complete the room amenities. The accommodation keeps its spaces smoke-free and has non-smoking rooms. It brings together everyday amenities and common areas where you can relax between visits to Bilbao.

Great for your stay

  • Free WiFi
  • Balcony
  • Views
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Lift

General facilities

  • Balcony
  • Shared TV lounge
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Wooden or parquet flooring
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Fan
  • Non-smoking rooms

Media & technology

  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Shared bathroom
  • Wardrobe
  • City views
  • Views
  • Desk

Location & what to see

Pensión Matilde is at Askao Kalea 27, in Bilbao's Old Town, with several historic places a short walk away. Santiago Cathedral is 220 m away and Plaza Nueva is 50 m away. The Bizkaia Archaeological Museum is 50 m away and the Basque Museum is 80 m away. La Ribera Market, with its stalls and lively shopping atmosphere, is 400 m away. The streets and squares in this part of Bilbao bring together architecture, museums and places to eat, all within easy walking distance.

To get around the city, Casco Viejo metro station is 150 m away. Zazpikaleak / Casco Viejo is 140 m away and Bilbao-Concordia is 350 m away; Atxuri station is 500 m away. Bilbao Airport is 10 km away. You can travel from the airport to the city by bus and continue by public transport. The property does not have parking, so if you are travelling by car, you will need to find a space elsewhere.

The Guggenheim Museum Bilbao and the Bilbao Fine Arts Museum are 1.5 km away; you can also visit the Calatrava Bridge, 950 m away, or walk through Etxebarría Park, 600 m away. In the Old Town, you can combine cultural visits with a stop at the market or Plaza Nueva. In August, Aste Nagusia fills Bilbao with concerts, activities and a festive atmosphere; throughout the rest of the year, museums and walks along the estuary offer other ways to explore the city.

Santiago Cathedral — Historic church in the Old Town, with Gothic architecture and a cloister. 220 m
Bizkaia Archaeological Museum — Archaeological collections tracing the history of Bizkaia from prehistoric times. 50 m
Basque Museum — An exploration of Basque culture, traditions and history. 80 m
Zazpikaleak / Casco Viejo — Central station with rail connections and access to the urban transport network. 140 m
La Ribera Market — Covered market beside the estuary, known for its food stalls. 400 m
Guggenheim Museum Bilbao — Contemporary art museum with landmark architecture beside the estuary. 1,5 km

What guests say about Pensión Matilde

7.5
Good · 37 reviews
Staff
7.9
Comfort
8.1
Location
9.8
Cleanliness
8.0
Facilities
7.5
Value for money
7.3
Free Wi-Fi
10.0

Guests particularly appreciate the proximity to points of interest and the WiFi; cleanliness and comfort also receive favourable reviews. Staff service receives decent comments, while value for money is the least praised aspect.

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