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Catalonia Gran Vía Bilbao

73 Don Diego López Haroko Kale Nagusia
Rated 9.1 in 3382 reviews

Catalonia Gran Vía Bilbao is a contemporary hotel located in the vibrant city of Bilbao, Spain. Situated along the lively Gran Vía, the hotel offers a central position that makes it an excellent base for exploring the city’s diverse attractions. The Guggenheim Museum, known for its striking architecture and impressive art collections, is within easy reach, enhancing the appeal for art enthusiasts staying at the Catalonia Gran Vía Bilbao.

This modern establishment is characterized by its elegant design and comforting amenities, providing guests with a welcoming atmosphere. Each room is thoughtfully designed, offering modern conveniences such as high-speed Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and plush bedding to ensure a comfortable stay. The hotel's aesthetic is minimalistic yet stylish, reflecting a blend of traditional Basque hospitality with contemporary flair.

Guests can enjoy a variety of services and facilities during their stay, including an on-site restaurant that serves a selection of local and international dishes. A well-equipped fitness center is available for those looking to maintain their exercise routine, and a rooftop terrace provides a serene spot for relaxation, offering picturesque views of the cityscape.

Whether visiting for business or leisure, Catalonia Gran Vía Bilbao makes an effort to cater to the diverse needs of its guests. Its strategic location, combined with quality service and comfort, positions it as a favorable choice for those seeking to experience the cultural and culinary delights of Bilbao. The staff is known for being attentive and helpful, contributing to a smooth and pleasant stay for all visitors.

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Climate and Weather

January
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February
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Michelin Restaurants in Bilbao and near Catalonia Gran Vía Bilbao

Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
Museum of modern and contemporary art in Bilbao, Spain
0.7km / 0.45mi
Bilbao Fine Arts Museum
Bilbao Fine Arts Museum
Art museum in Bilbao, Spain
300m / 320yd
St. James' Cathedral
St. James' Cathedral
Cultural property in Bilbao, Spain
1.6km / 1mi
Parque Etxebarria
Parque Etxebarria
1.6km / 0.98mi
Jardines de Albia
Jardines de Albia
Garden in Spain
1.1km / 0.65mi
Miribilla parkea / Parque Miribilla
Miribilla parkea / Parque Miribilla
1.6km / 0.98mi
Plaza del Ensanche
Plaza del Ensanche
0.9km / 0.53mi
Plaza Zabálburu
Plaza Zabálburu
1km / 0.6mi
Plaza Moyúa
Plaza Moyúa
Public square located in the center of Bilbao's extension, in the district of Abando, Basque Country, Spain
0.5km / 0.33mi
Plaza Arriquibar
Plaza Arriquibar
0.6km / 0.4mi
Plaza Euskadi
Plaza Euskadi
Square in Bilbao, Spain
370m / 410yd
Parque de Ametzola
Parque de Ametzola
1km / 0.64mi
Doña Casilda Iturrizar park
Doña Casilda Iturrizar park
Park in Spain
80m / 90yd
Sarrikoko parkea / Parque de Sarriko
Sarrikoko parkea / Parque de Sarriko
1.5km / 0.92mi
Zubizuri
Zubizuri
Footbridge across the Nervion River in Bilbao
1.2km / 0.74mi
Church of los Santos Juanes, Bilbao
Church of los Santos Juanes, Bilbao
Church building in Bilbao, Spain
1.7km / 1.1mi
Church of San Nicolás, Bilbao
Church of San Nicolás, Bilbao
Church building in Bilbao, Spain
1.6km / 1mi
San Antón Bridge
San Antón Bridge
Bridge in Spain
1.9km / 1.2mi
Church of San Antón
Church of San Antón
Cultural property in Bilbao, Spain
1.8km / 1.1mi
Yohn Jauregia (La Bolsa)
Yohn Jauregia (La Bolsa)
1.5km / 0.95mi
Monument to Diego Lopez de Haro, Bilbao
Monument to Diego Lopez de Haro, Bilbao
Monument in Bilbao, Spain
1.2km / 0.77mi
Church of San Vicente de Abando
Church of San Vicente de Abando
Church building in Bilbao, Spain
1.1km / 0.7mi
Palacio Olabarri
Palacio Olabarri
1.1km / 0.68mi
Church of the Sagrado Corazón, Bilbao
Church of the Sagrado Corazón, Bilbao
Church building in Bilbao, Spain
1km / 0.64mi
Church of San Francisco de Asís, Bilbao
Church of San Francisco de Asís, Bilbao
Bilbao
1km / 0.63mi
Church of San José de la Montaña, Bilbao
Church of San José de la Montaña, Bilbao
Church building in Bilbao, Spain
460m / 0.28mi
Reproductions Museum Bilbao
Reproductions Museum Bilbao
Art museum in Basque Country, Spain
1.4km / 0.89mi
Eskurtze parkea / Parque de Eskurtze
1.5km / 0.95mi
Church of Nuestra Señora del Carmen, Bilbao
Church of Nuestra Señora del Carmen, Bilbao
Church building in Bilbao, Spain
450m / 490yd
Maman
Maman
Series of sculptures by Louise Bourgeois
0.9km / 0.56mi
Itsasmuseum Bilbao
Itsasmuseum Bilbao
Bilbao Museum
420m / 460yd
Plaza de Indautxu
Plaza de Indautxu
370m / 410yd
Aterpe 1936
Aterpe 1936
2km / 1.2mi
Monumento al Sagrado Corazón de Jesús, Bilbao
Monumento al Sagrado Corazón de Jesús, Bilbao
Monument in Bilbao, Spain
280m / 310yd
Variante ovoide de la desocupación de la esfera
Variante ovoide de la desocupación de la esfera
1.5km / 0.92mi
Tall Tree & The Eye
Tall Tree & The Eye
Sculpture by Anish Kapoor in Bilbao, Spain
0.8km / 0.5mi
Puppy
Puppy
0.7km / 0.43mi
Busto de Unamuno
Busto de Unamuno
Column and monument in Bilbao
1.8km / 1.1mi
Convento de San Francisco, Bilbao
Convento de San Francisco, Bilbao
Religious buildings in Bilbao
1.5km / 0.94mi
Parroquia San Francisco Javier
Parroquia San Francisco Javier
0.5km / 0.31mi
FANAL. Jardin de delicias
FANAL. Jardin de delicias
400m / 440yd
Church of Inmaculada Concepción, Bilbao
Church of Inmaculada Concepción, Bilbao
Church building in Bilbao, Spain
0.8km / 0.47mi
Casa Cuna
Casa Cuna
1.9km / 1.2mi
Basilica of Begoña
Basilica of Begoña
Minor basilica in Bilbao, Spain
2.3km / 1.5mi
Parque Europa, Bilbao
Parque Europa, Bilbao
Park in Bilbao, Spain
3km / 1.9mi

What to do in Bilbao and near Catalonia Gran Vía Bilbao

Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
Museum of modern and contemporary art in Bilbao, Spain
0.7km / 0.45mi
Bilbao Fine Arts Museum
Bilbao Fine Arts Museum
Art museum in Bilbao, Spain
300m / 320yd
St. James' Cathedral
St. James' Cathedral
Cultural property in Bilbao, Spain
1.6km / 1mi
Parque Etxebarria
Parque Etxebarria
1.6km / 0.98mi
Jardines de Albia
Jardines de Albia
Garden in Spain
1.1km / 0.65mi
Miribilla parkea / Parque Miribilla
Miribilla parkea / Parque Miribilla
1.6km / 0.98mi
Plaza del Ensanche
Plaza del Ensanche
0.9km / 0.53mi
Plaza Zabálburu
Plaza Zabálburu
1km / 0.6mi
Plaza Moyúa
Plaza Moyúa
Public square located in the center of Bilbao's extension, in the district of Abando, Basque Country, Spain
0.5km / 0.33mi
Plaza Arriquibar
Plaza Arriquibar
0.6km / 0.4mi
Plaza Euskadi
Plaza Euskadi
Square in Bilbao, Spain
370m / 410yd
Parque de Ametzola
Parque de Ametzola
1km / 0.64mi
Doña Casilda Iturrizar park
Doña Casilda Iturrizar park
Park in Spain
80m / 90yd
Sarrikoko parkea / Parque de Sarriko
Sarrikoko parkea / Parque de Sarriko
1.5km / 0.92mi
Zubizuri
Zubizuri
Footbridge across the Nervion River in Bilbao
1.2km / 0.74mi
Church of los Santos Juanes, Bilbao
Church of los Santos Juanes, Bilbao
Church building in Bilbao, Spain
1.7km / 1.1mi
Church of San Nicolás, Bilbao
Church of San Nicolás, Bilbao
Church building in Bilbao, Spain
1.6km / 1mi
San Antón Bridge
San Antón Bridge
Bridge in Spain
1.9km / 1.2mi
Church of San Antón
Church of San Antón
Cultural property in Bilbao, Spain
1.8km / 1.1mi
Yohn Jauregia (La Bolsa)
Yohn Jauregia (La Bolsa)
1.5km / 0.95mi
Monument to Diego Lopez de Haro, Bilbao
Monument to Diego Lopez de Haro, Bilbao
Monument in Bilbao, Spain
1.2km / 0.77mi
Church of San Vicente de Abando
Church of San Vicente de Abando
Church building in Bilbao, Spain
1.1km / 0.7mi
Palacio Olabarri
Palacio Olabarri
1.1km / 0.68mi
Church of the Sagrado Corazón, Bilbao
Church of the Sagrado Corazón, Bilbao
Church building in Bilbao, Spain
1km / 0.64mi
Church of San Francisco de Asís, Bilbao
Church of San Francisco de Asís, Bilbao
Bilbao
1km / 0.63mi
Church of San José de la Montaña, Bilbao
Church of San José de la Montaña, Bilbao
Church building in Bilbao, Spain
460m / 0.28mi
Reproductions Museum Bilbao
Reproductions Museum Bilbao
Art museum in Basque Country, Spain
1.4km / 0.89mi
Eskurtze parkea / Parque de Eskurtze
1.5km / 0.95mi
Church of Nuestra Señora del Carmen, Bilbao
Church of Nuestra Señora del Carmen, Bilbao
Church building in Bilbao, Spain
450m / 490yd
Maman
Maman
Series of sculptures by Louise Bourgeois
0.9km / 0.56mi

About Bilbao

Bilbao, a city in northern Spain, is known for its unique blend of modern and traditional elements. One of the most notable attractions is the Guggenheim Museum, an architectural marvel that showcases contemporary art. Its exterior, designed by Frank Gehry, is as impressive as the artworks housed inside.

In the heart of the city, you can explore the Casco Viejo, Bilbao's old town, characterized by its narrow streets, quaint shops, and local eateries. This area offers a glimpse into the city’s history and culture, making it a pleasant place to stroll and enjoy local cuisine. Sampling pintxos, the Basque version of tapas, is a must, as numerous bars and restaurants serve these small dishes.

Another significant site is the Bilbao Fine Arts Museum, which features an extensive collection that spans from the Middle Ages to contemporary works. This museum provides insight into both local and international art, making it an enriching experience for visitors.

The Ría de Bilbao, the estuary that runs through the city, is perfect for leisurely walks. The scenic riverside paths provide a different perspective of the city’s architecture, both modern and historic. The Zubizuri Bridge, designed by Santiago Calatrava, offers a striking view and is a popular spot for photographs.

For those interested in local culture, the Bilbao Cathedral, also known as Santiago Cathedral, is worth a visit. Its Gothic architecture and historical significance reflect the city’s heritage. Additionally, you can enjoy the vibrant atmosphere at Mercado de la Ribera, one of the largest covered markets in Europe, where you can experience local products and cuisine.

Finally, if you have time, consider taking a short trip to the nearby Basque countryside or coastal towns like Getxo, which offer stunning landscapes and opportunities for outdoor activities. Overall, Bilbao presents a rich tapestry of art, history, and gastronomy for visitors to explore.




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