Occidental Bilbao

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Scored 8.5
Rated very good

Staff

9.0
  • City view
  • Swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Bath
  • Air conditioning
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Key card access
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Safe

Located next to the Basilica de Begoña, Occidental Bilbao offers a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and stylish air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi. Bilbao Old Town and Etxebarria Park are a 15-minute walk away. Decorated in light colors, the spacious rooms include a flat-screen satellite TV, a desk and an electronic safe. They all have a tea and coffee maker; and the modern bathrooms also feature toiletries and a hairdryer. A varied breakfast buffet is served daily at the Occidental Bilbao. The hotel's restaurant, serves fresh local and Mediterranean cuisine. There is a café-bar and a lobby with a fireplace. The famous Guggenheim Museum is a 5-minute drive from the Occidental Bilbao. Bilbao Exhibition Center and Bilbao Airport are both within a 15-minute drive. Club Metropolitan offers special rates for guests at their spa, indoor pool and fitness center.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.3 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • 2 swimming pools
  • Private Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Family rooms
  • Fitness center
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Occidental Hotels and Resorts by Barcelo Hotel Group
Hotel chain/brand
Occidental Hotels and Resorts by Barcelo Hotel Group

Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.2)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Buffet

  • Private parking at the hotel

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See what guests loved the most:

Caroline
United States United States
“Very nice hotel, good rooms, good amenities, great lobby, with bar and restaurant onsite, a large pool, excellent staff very professional and kind, very happy with the stay!”
Yulia
Cyprus Cyprus
“Good location, with convenient bus service, or a 30-min walk through a park to Guggenheim. Friendly staff. Rooms are comfortable, large bed, good lighting. Appreciated the spacious lobby with sofas for drinks/snacks.”
Justin
United States United States
“Very convenient location, excellent facilities, amazing breakfast options.”
Reiner
Germany Germany
“Location, room with city view, easy parking, staff, breakfast”
Jeffrey
United States United States
“A beautiful hotel with a great Bilbao location. Parking was a plus and the A/C much appreciated on some warm days. The breakfast each morning was delicious. The staff was very professional and helpful.”
R
Bulgaria Bulgaria
“Modern, large hotel with many facilities, including large swimming pool and fitness. Large underground parking. Fantastik breakfast.”
Jun
Germany Germany
“Modern facility and room. Room was very clean and spacious for two. AC works great. Around 4 min walking to the metro station, then one stop to the historic downtown or three stops to Guggenheim Museum (+10 min walking). Reception staff was very...”
Stephen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Comfortable beds, large bathroom, good common areas, excellent breakfast”
Alex
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Underground parking, comfortable room, great breakfast, lovely public areas and bar. Fastest lifts in a hotel in Spain !”
Claire
United States United States
“It was great, quiet area but easy access and walk to Casco Viejo. The staff were very nice and helpful. Great bar and restaurant, as well as cleanly and comfortable accommodations.”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurante #1
  • Cuisine
    Mediterranean • European
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Modern
  • Dietary options
    Gluten-free

Amenities of Occidental Bilbao

Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular amenities

  • 2 swimming pools
  • Private Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Family rooms
  • Fitness center
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

House rules

Occidental Bilbao takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Check-out
From 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note the hotel offers discounted rates for guests: EUR 8 for the fitness center and EUR 20 for fitness center, spa and indoor pool. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in these facilities.

The Spa is closed from 15/08/2024 to 22/08/2024.

License number: HBI 00337

Please note that guests must present the credit card used to make the reservation on arrival. If you are not the owner of the credit card used to make the reservation, please contact the property in advance.

The outdoor pool of the hotel opens from June to September.

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