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Axel Hotel Bilbao – Adults Only

4.0 star property

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Rooftop terrace
A modern building with multiple windows and balconies, a stone wall, and a statue.
A room with a large window, a desk with a book titled 'Chillida', a glass of orange juice, a lamp, and a small plant.
A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a seating area with orange chairs, and large windows allowing natural light.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a buffet with various food items.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $172
$156 nightly
$172 total
Total with taxes and fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7

Explore the area

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Mesedeetako Kaia 3, Bilbao, 48003
  • Place, Santiago Cathedral
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Ribera Market
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Plaza Nueva
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bilbao (BIO)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Basic Room, City View

A compact hotel room with a bed, a small desk, a chair, a potted plant, and a view of the city through a window.

Basic Room, City View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Room | Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Classic Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(52 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premium Room, Views to the river

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a nightstand, a window with curtains, and a view of the outside.

Premium Room, Views to the river

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Junior Suite

A modern hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a bathtub.

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Classic Suite, City View

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a sofa. There is a window with curtains, a plant, and a sign on the wall.

Classic Suite, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE CLASSIC DOUBLE BED

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE CLASSIC KING BED

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE PREMIUM WITH VIEWS

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Bilbao

Located in Bilbao (San Francisco), Axel Hotel Bilbao – Adults Only is within a 10-minute drive of Guggenheim Museum Bilbao and San Mames Stadium. .This spa hotel is 11.9 mi (19.1 km) from Port of Bilbao and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Reproductions Museum Bilbao.

What's nearby

  • Santiago Cathedral - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Bilborock - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Arriaga Theater - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Ribera Market - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Plaza Nueva - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Ribera Tram Stop - 4 min walk
  • Bilbao Zabalburu Station - 8 min walk
  • Bilbao Airport (BIO) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar Irrintzi - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Perro Chico Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Taberna Basaras - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Ley Seca - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Peña Athletic Casco Viejo - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Axel Hotel Bilbao – Adults Only

Axel Hotel Bilbao – Adults Only offers 110 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature down comforters. 43-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, designer toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Ibiza Posidonia. Services include massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a steam room, and Turkish bath/hammam.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Make yourself at home in one of the 110 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and Smart televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads and designer toiletries. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages. You can take advantage of recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.
Satisfy your appetite at the hotel's coffee shop/cafe, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to noon for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and noon.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to noon on weekends; EUR 18.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Full-service spa

  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: EUR 150 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 18.5 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this adults-only property
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Axel Bilbao – Bilbao
AXEL HOTEL BILBAO ONLY ADULTS
Axel Hotel Bilbao – Adults Only
Axel Hotel Bilbao – Adults Only Hotel
Axel Hotel Bilbao – Adults Only Bilbao
Axel Hotel Bilbao – Adults Only Hotel Bilbao

Axel Hotel Bilbao – Adults Only Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 272 out of 398 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 92 out of 398 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 398 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 398 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 398 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, relaxing spa clean rooms and excellent bilingual staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Conor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. Very central to everything with extremely friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient area, clean room, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing breakfast and very helpful and friendly staff who are always willing to help. Room was great and high standard.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Freddy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located very close to the City Center. The hotel is clean, comfortable and the staff is always willing to help
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, amenities, location and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was really nice, and the front of house staff were lovely
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent room, nice staff and great location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location, atmosphere, staff and room amenities were all excellent. We loved the extra welcome touches and the beautiful shower in our suite. This was our first time staying at an Axel Hotel and we will look forward to doing so again as we travel to other cities.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel with modern decor. Very clean and well maintained. Very friendly staff. Decent gym for a few days stay. Excellent breakfast selection.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay at Axel Hotel in Bilboa. The location, staff, amenities and property were all excellent. We especially enjoyed the beautiful, extra large shower in our room. This was our first time staying at an Axel Hotel and will definitely look forward to staying with Axel again with our future travels.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristina Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This was my first time staying at an Axel Hotel and I loved everything about it. I felt so welcomed by everyone. The room was comfortable for sleep and remote work and the location was just right. I would highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Karl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice okay hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Niclas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and great friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Sylish and Spacious room, exceptional clean and fantastic location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leslee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was absolutely amazing and friendly! Would highly recommend this hotel based on staff alone! Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donna Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location and great staff
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome location, spacious rooms, great river views.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room - wonderful staff
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stefan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and clean functional rooms. Really good spot
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Lai hoon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food was ok, nothing special. Coffee and staffs are superb.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good hotel in an excellent location close to the old town.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rüdiger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly Staff, perfect location to old town, absolutely to recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mr Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel and staff. Immediate area is great and across the river is amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025