Guest house in Portugalete with private bathrooms, free WiFi and a shared lounge; 750 m from the Vizcaya Bridge and close to Peñota metro station.
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Pension Norte is a guest house in Portugalete, 750 m from the Vizcaya Bridge, with a private bathroom in every room and free WiFi. It offers single, double and family rooms, making it suitable for a solo or couples’ trip as well as a visit with a child. Rooms measure between 10 and 12 m², and some have a flat-screen TV.
Room categories include single beds, a double bed and a family room with one single bed and one double bed, as well as a shower and free toiletries in the rooms that provide them. The property has a shared lounge with a TV area, and smoking is not allowed. Peñota metro station is 150 m away, while the Vizcaya Bridge is 750 m away and Las Arenas Beach is 700 m away. There is no parking at the property; Santurtzi train station is 600 m away.
Pension Norte offers five room categories, from the 10 m² Single Room to 12 m² double and family options. The Double Rooms come with either separate beds or a double bed; the Family Room combines one single bed and one double bed and accommodates up to three people, including no more than one child. The Single Room sleeps one person, while the 10 m² Economy Double Room accommodates two.
All categories have a private bathroom, and several include a flat-screen TV. The 12 m² rooms offer a little more space than those measuring 10 m²; the Family Room provides the most flexible layout for a small group. In the double options, you can choose between separate beds or sharing a bed, depending on the category. The rooms cater to solo travellers, couples or guests travelling with a child, with features such as a shower, heating, wardrobe, desk and free toiletries in the rooms that provide them.
Measuring 12 m² and accommodating two people, this option has two single beds, making it useful if you’re travelling with someone and prefer to sleep separately. It has a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries; parquet flooring and a wardrobe complete the simple facilities.
This room also measures 12 m² and accommodates up to two guests, but differs from the room with separate beds by offering a double bed. The private bathroom includes a shower and free toiletries; the room also has a flat-screen TV, wardrobe, parquet flooring and heating.
Measuring 12 m² and accommodating three people, this category has the highest capacity and is the only one with both a single bed and a double bed. It can accommodate one child and is suitable for a small family. It has a private bathroom with a shower, a wardrobe, heating and a flat-screen TV.
This 10 m² room is designed for one person and offers a compact, self-contained stay. It has a single bed and a private bathroom with a shower; practical features include a wardrobe, heating, parquet flooring and a flat-screen TV.
Compared with the 12 m² Double Rooms, this category has a smaller floor area of 10 m² while still accommodating two travellers. The listed bed configuration is two single beds. It has a private bathroom, making it a compact option for sharing a stay in Portugalete.
Pension Norte’s facilities are designed to cover everyday needs during a stay in Portugalete. All rooms have a private bathroom, and free WiFi is available throughout the property, whether you want to plan outings or stay connected during the day. There is also a TV area and a shared lounge. The rooms are non-smoking, and smoking is prohibited throughout the property.
The accommodation is simple and practical, suitable if you spend the day exploring Portugalete and value having the essentials without an extensive range of leisure facilities. Its layout makes for a stay focused on sightseeing and getting around the estuary. The rules are clear, and everything is set up for a straightforward daily routine: go out, come back to rest and continue exploring the next day.
Pension Norte is at Ortuño de Alango Kalea 31 in Portugalete, a municipality in Biscay beside the Bilbao estuary. The surrounding area has residential streets, neighbourhood parks and access to riverside promenades. Parque Mirabueno is 260 m away and Parque Ruperto Medina is 340 m away; the Agurtza Fishing Interpretation Museum is 430 m away, offering a look at the seafaring past of Portugalete and Santurtzi. The Vizcaya Bridge, one of the estuary’s major landmarks, is 750 m away.
If you’re getting around without a car, Peñota metro station is 150 m away and Santurtzi train station is 600 m away. The ferry terminal on Paseo Reina Victoria is 710 m away, and Embarcadero Getxo is 910 m away. Bilbao Airport is 7 km away. The beaches are also part of the estuary landscape: Las Arenas Beach is 700 m away, Ereaga Beach is 2.1 km away and Arrigunaga Beach is 3.3 km away. In Bilbao, the Guggenheim Museum and the Fine Arts Museum are 9 km away.
You can spend a day exploring the area around the Vizcaya Bridge and visiting local museums such as Torre de Salazar, 830 m away, or Santurtzi Itsasoa Museoa-Museo del Mar, 870 m away. For a beach day, Las Arenas is nearby; if you’re looking for a more open stretch of coast, Azkorri Beach is 6 km away. Summer is the best time to combine walks along the estuary with a swim at the beaches, while the metro and train make it easy to visit Bilbao the rest of the year.
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Reviews point to a functional stay: cleanliness receives the highest score, followed by the surroundings and comfort. Staff, facilities and value for money receive more modest ratings, while WiFi is rated adequately.
Rates at Pension Norte vary depending on the season, room type and dates you choose. For your dates, you can check the latest price through the booking channels.
Bilbao Airport is 7 km away, and the drive usually takes around 20 minutes. To get there without a car, Peñota metro station is 150 m away and Santurtzi train station is 600 m away. There is also a ferry terminal on Paseo Reina Victoria, 710 m away. Pension Norte has no parking.
The Vizcaya Bridge is 750 m away; Las Arenas Beach is 700 m away; the Agurtza Museum is 430 m away; and Torre de Salazar is 830 m away. Parque Mirabueno is 260 m away, and Peñota metro station is 150 m away. You can combine walks, cultural visits and local transport without going far.
Yes, Pension Norte offers free WiFi throughout the property. You can connect from your room and the shared areas during your stay; access is not limited to one part of the guest house.
Pension Norte has no parking at the property. If you’re travelling without a car, Peñota metro station is 150 m away and Santurtzi train station is 600 m away.
Pension Norte has no reception and offers self-service check-in through a link sent in advance. Standard check-in is from 13:30 to 20:00, and you must let the property know your expected arrival time in advance. On Sundays, check-in is only available from 13:30 to 17:00.
The Family Room at Pension Norte measures 12 m² and accommodates a maximum of three people, including no more than one child. It has one single bed and one double bed, as well as a private bathroom with a shower and a flat-screen TV.