Occidental Bilbao Hotel, Bilbao
About the Hotel
Occidental Bilbao is a four-star urban hotel located next to the iconic Basilica of Our Lady of Begoña. It is well-situated just minutes from the historic center of Bilbao, enabling easy exploration of the city's remarkable modern architecture and vibrant culture. The hotel features a range of amenities catering to both leisure and business travelers, including meeting rooms and a fitness center.
Location
Occidental Bilbao's strategic location provides easy access to major attractions, being just 1 miles from Casco Viejo and 2 miles from Gran Vía. Transportation options are plentiful, with a taxi service available at the hotel and a subway stop located within a 5-minute walk. Furthermore, the hotel's proximity to Bilbao International Airport, just 9.5 miles away, enhances its appeal for both leisure and business visits.
Rooms
The hotel offers 200 modern rooms designed for comfort, including family rooms capable of accommodating up to three guests. Each room measures over 258.5 ft² and incorporates a king-size bed or twin beds, as well as essential amenities like air conditioning and free Wi-Fi. Superior rooms feature an outward-facing setup decorated in neutral tones, promoting a relaxed atmosphere for rest.
Eat & Drink
Occidental Bilbao features an à la carte restaurant that serves a variety of local and international dishes. Guests can also enjoy Barceló's breakfast buffet, which emphasizes healthy and organic food options. Room service is available for added convenience, offering access to the hotel's diverse culinary offerings.
Leisure & Business
The hotel includes extensive leisure options, such as the largest fitness center in Bilbao with over 21.5 ft² dedicated to health and wellness. A seasonal outdoor pool and spa area are available, although spa access is limited to guests aged 18 and older. For business guests, eight versatile meeting rooms can accommodate various event types, with two larger spaces capable of hosting up to 500 participants.
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Getting around
A list of all available modes of transport
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- Security
- Baggage storage
- Elevator
- Coffee shop
- Vending machines
- Smoke detectors
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness center
- Pool tables
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Grocery shopping service
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business center
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cribs
- Board games
- Children's menu
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Seasonal outdoor pool
- Indoor swimming pool
- Sun terrace
- Leisure/ TV room
- Spa & wellness center
- Solarium
- Sauna
- Beauty treatment
- Massage
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Terrace
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
- Rollaway beds
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Location
Reviews and Ratings
The hotel is situated on a slight hill in a peaceful neighborhood, making it a serene location. The rooms boast very comfortable beds, lovely walk-in showers, and quiet but effective air conditioning, contributing to a restful stay. The service was exceptional, particularly accommodating for guests with dietary restrictions like celiac disease. The dining experience offered a good view over Bilbao and promptly refilled food items. However, the location is a little out of town but near the metro. The facilities were well-kept and convenient.
The hotel is located in the Bergona district of Bilbao, a convenient neighborhood with access to the excellent Bilbao metro, making it easy to explore the city center. The rooms offer a proper queen size bed and effective air conditioning but unfortunately overlook the fire escape. The service was remarkable, especially accommodating custom dietary needs like celiac disease. The dining experience provided quick refills but lacked variety. Overall, a decent choice outside the old town center.
I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms were clean and comfortable, but unfortunately, the view of the fire escape was not pleasant. The breakfast was good, but the lack of variety was disappointing.
My stay at the hotel was quite a mix of experiences. On one hand, the rooms offered a peaceful retreat with effective air conditioning and amazingly comfortable beds, yet the view of the fire escape was a real letdown. The service was exceptional, especially in accommodating dietary needs, but the location was a bit off the beat with nothing much around. Dining provided a good view over Bilbao and quick refills of food, but the facilities were somewhat mediocre.
I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The rooms were disappointing with a view of the fire escape, but on the bright side, the beds were very comfortable. The service was outstanding, especially with their attention to customizing the menu for dietary needs. The location was a bit out of the way but near the metro for easy access. The dining had its highs and lows, with quick refills but limited options. Overall, a decent stay but with some drawbacks.
The hotel is located in a peaceful neighborhood, slightly away from main events but very accessible by underground transportation. The rooms offer a lovely walk-in shower and good facilities on the top floors with the disappointing view of the fire escape. The service was outstanding, especially in catering to special dietary needs like celiac disease. The dining experience provided a good view over Bilbao with quickly refilled food options. The facilities were top-notch and well-maintained.
The hotel is conveniently located near the excellent Bilbao metro, making it easy to access the city center. The rooms are comfortable, but some disappointments like the lack of a view from the top floors. The service is exceptional, especially in accommodating special dietary needs like celiac disease. The dining experience offers a good view over Bilbao and swift food refills.
The hotel sits on a slight hill, a little out of town but near the metro, offering a good view over Bilbao. The rooms are equipped with quiet and effective air conditioning, great breakfast, and 2 twin beds for our children. The service was exceptional, especially in customizing the menu for one of us with celiac disease. The dining experience provided all the food quickly refilled with a good view, reflecting positive aspects. However, being in a neighborhood with nothing else around might be a drawback.
The hotel is in a peaceful neighborhood outside the old town center. The rooms have a proper queen size bed and very comfortable beds; however, the view of the fire escape was disappointing. The service was very positive and service-minded, especially in customizing the menu for one of us with celiac disease. The location is convenient to walk to the downtown area, but there is nothing else in the neighborhood. The dining experience included good views over Bilbao, and the food was quickly refilled. The facilities were top-notch. The price was reasonable, offering good value for money.
Our stay was a mixed bag. The rooms were decent, but the view of the fire escape was disappointing. The service was exceptional, especially accommodating dietary restrictions. The location was convenient but lacking in nearby attractions. Dining had its positives but some drawbacks. Overall, a decent stay but with room for improvement.
My stay at the hotel was a mixture of good and not-so-good experiences. The room had a very comfortable proper double bed and quiet but effective air conditioning, but the view of the fire escape was disappointing. The service was outstanding, especially in customizing the menu for guests with dietary restrictions. The location was convenient, being close to a metro station for quick city access, although a little away from the center of town. The dining experience offered delicious salads with quick refills, but the view over Bilbao was a highlight. The facilities were adequate, providing necessary services.
The hotel is in a peaceful neighborhood on a slight hill, offering clean and comfortable rooms with a walk-in shower and a bath, friendly service catering well to dietary needs, with a slight setback in dining options. The location excels in tranquility and closeness to Bilbao attractions, and the facilities meet expectations.
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