Amro Holidays

The Hesperia Bilbao Hotel is situated opposite to Bilbao Guggenheim Museum, next to the Calatravas Bridge on the right side of the river. The architecture tries to fall out with the industrial past of the city, with shining coloured windows and carefully detailed decoration.

Due to its location near the old quarter and the main street of Bilbao, it is ideal for shopping, to enjoy the delicious Basque gastronomy or to make a visit to the theatre plus the gay San Francisco district is within walking distance.

This seven-floor hotel features 151 guestrooms with a contemporary décor with wood furniture, wireless Internet connections and satellite television. Guests can sample traditional Basque dishes, such as Bacalao (salted cod), lamb stew or garlic soup, at the hotel’s “Ria Restaurant” or relax with drinks and cocktails at the “Orilla Bar”.

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