Four-star hotel in Bilbao, in the former opera house, with a casino, gym and soundproofed rooms near Abando stations.
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Sercotel Coliseo is a 4-star hotel in Bilbao, housed in the city's former opera building. It retains the original façade and features modern-style interiors, combining the building's history with a contemporary city stay. The facilities include a casino and gym, as well as a sun terrace, a reading room and a TV lounge.
The rooms have air conditioning, heating, a safe and a desk; they also offer satellite TV and a minibar. Options include double and triple rooms and a Junior Suite, with areas of 22 to 35 m², private bathrooms and different sleeping arrangements. WiFi is free throughout the hotel, and the reception is open 24 hours a day.
Abando stations are a few minutes' walk away, and the metro is 250 m away. The Guggenheim Museum Bilbao is 900 m away. Breakfast is served buffet-style, and coffee is offered free every day from 12:00 to 16:30. The hotel has paid private parking, costing €25 per day.
Sercotel Coliseo offers double and triple rooms and a Junior Suite, with areas of 22 to 35 m². All have a private bathroom, while air conditioning, soundproofing and a minibar are available in different room types. They accommodate two to three people. Beds vary by room: options include single beds, a double bed and sofa beds, as well as combinations of different types.
Some rooms offer city views and several have a bath; others have a bath or shower. The Junior Suite adds a seating area and coffee machine, while the Superior (3 Adults) combines city views with a bath. Some rooms also have a desk and sofa, providing space to relax or work. The different layouts let you choose between a simple double room, a triple room or a suite with a seating area.
At 22 m², the Standard Double Room - 1 or 2 Beds offers views and space for two people. It has a private bathroom with a bath or shower, air conditioning, soundproofing and a minibar. Its layout with two single beds sets it apart from the options with a double bed and is practical if each guest prefers their own space.
The Junior Suite covers 35 m² and adds a seating area, city views and a bath. A coffee machine, bathrobe and slippers are distinctive touches in this suite. It also has air conditioning and a minibar; the sleeping arrangement combines a large double bed and sofa beds.
At 29 m², the Triple Room has a bath, views and a sofa, as well as two single beds and a sofa bed. Air conditioning, a minibar and a private bathroom complete the room, while soundproofing is useful for getting a good night's rest in the city centre.
The Superior (3 Adults) combines 35 m² with city views and a bath. It has air conditioning, a coffee machine, minibar, bathrobe and slippers; the main sleeping arrangement includes an extra-large double bed and a sofa bed. Its city views and capacity for three people set it apart among the larger rooms.
The Double Room - 1 or 2 Beds has 25 m² and a double bed. Its private bathroom may have a bath or shower, and the room also includes air conditioning, soundproofing, a minibar and a safe. Wood or parquet flooring completes this practical space for two people.
The Superior Double Room - 1 or 2 Beds has 25 m² and a seating area with a desk and sofa, as well as a bath. Its layout with three single beds can accommodate up to three people. It also has soundproofing and a minibar, along with a private bathroom and toiletries.
At 24 m², this Triple Room combines a large double bed with a sofa bed. The bath, air conditioning and minibar distinguish its facilities; it also has a private bathroom, soundproofing and toiletries. The layout is designed for sharing the space without giving up a double bed.
At Sercotel Coliseo, you can use the gym and casino, as well as the terrace, solarium and shared TV lounge. The reception is open 24 hours a day and offers concierge service, luggage storage and tourist information. Express check-in and check-out, daily housekeeping, laundry and dry cleaning are also available. The lift and wheelchair-accessible facilities make it easier to get around the building; family rooms and non-smoking rooms are also available.
Private garage parking costs €25 per day and cannot be reserved. WiFi is free throughout the property. Pets are allowed on request and charges may apply; bowls and pet baskets are available. For food and drinks, the hotel offers breakfast in the room, a bar and a minibar.
Sercotel Coliseo is on Alameda de Urquijo, in central Bilbao, inside the former opera building. The urban layout makes it possible to walk to several places in the Ensanche and the old town. The Church of the Sacred Heart is 90 m away; Albia Gardens are 300 m away, and the Ensanche Market is 400 m away. Plaza Nueva is 650 m away, a good place to continue towards the shopping streets and central squares.
For getting around, Abando Railway Station is 150 m away and Abando Bus Station is 170 m away; Abando metro station is 250 m away. Bilbao-Concordia is 350 m away. Bilbao Airport is 4.3 km away. The BBVA building is 210 m away and the Museum of Artistic Reproductions is 530 m away. From Abando, you can connect to other rail routes, while the metro links to different neighbourhoods across the city.
The Guggenheim Museum Bilbao is 900 m away and the Bilbao Fine Arts Museum is 850 m away; both let you spend time exploring art, with different collections and approaches. For a stroll near green spaces, Doña Casilda Iturrízar Park is 1.1 km away; the Bilbao Maritime Museum is 1.4 km away. You can plan visits on foot from the centre or use public transport. Plaza Nueva, nearby gardens and museums let you combine architecture, culture and outdoor breaks during a city stay.
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Guests at Sercotel Coliseo particularly appreciate the comfortable beds, cleanliness and staff service. The facilities and WiFi receive favourable comments; value for money is rated slightly less highly than comfort and service.
Rates at Sercotel Coliseo vary depending on the season, room and travel dates. You can check the latest price for your stay.
Bilbao Airport is 4.3 km away, and the drive usually takes about 15 minutes, depending on traffic. From the airport, you can take the bus to the city centre and continue from Moyua on foot or by metro. Abando Railway Station is 150 m away and Abando metro station is 250 m away. Private parking costs €25 per day and cannot be reserved.
Sercotel Coliseo is on Alameda de Urquijo, in central Bilbao. The Church of the Sacred Heart is 90 m away; Abando Railway Station is 150 m away, and Abando Bus Station is 170 m away. Plaza Nueva is 650 m away. The Bilbao Fine Arts Museum is 850 m away and the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao is 900 m away; Albia Gardens are 300 m away.
Sercotel Coliseo serves a buffet breakfast, which is not included in the rate; breakfast is also available in the room.
Yes, Sercotel Coliseo allows pets on request and charges may apply. The hotel also provides bowls and baskets for pets. You must request permission before your stay to arrange your visit with your pet.
Sercotel Coliseo has private garage parking on site. It costs €25 per day and cannot be reserved in advance, so it's worth checking availability when planning your arrival.
Sercotel Coliseo offers double and triple rooms, as well as a Junior Suite and the Superior (3 Adults). Rooms range from 22 to 35 m²; some have city views and a bath, and the Junior Suite includes a seating area.
Sercotel Coliseo has a gym, casino, terrace and solarium, as well as a reading room and TV lounge. The reception is open 24 hours a day and offers car hire.
Sercotel Coliseo offers free coffee every day from 12:00 to 16:30. Room service is available Monday to Sunday, between 19:00 and 23:00; the bar and minibar provide additional options.