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Hotel Carlton

Plaza de Federico Moyúa, 2
Rated 8.8 in 5472 reviews

Hotel Carlton in Bilbao, Spain, is an iconic establishment steeped in history and elegance, situated right in the heart of the city. As a luxury hotel, it has long been a favorite for both business travelers and tourists seeking comfort and convenience. Located on Plaza Federico Moyúa, one of the central squares in Bilbao, Hotel Carlton offers easy access to some of the city's most significant landmarks, including the Guggenheim Museum and the Fine Arts Museum, both within walking distance.

The architecture of Hotel Carlton is a stunning example of early 20th-century design, boasting a grand façade that is both inviting and imposing. Inside, guests are welcomed into a lavish interior, featuring opulent chandeliers, plush furnishings, and refined decor, which all combine to create an ambiance of classic sophistication. The hotel’s rooms and suites are tastefully decorated, blending traditional charm with modern amenities; guests can expect elegant furnishings, high-quality bedding, and comprehensive facilities to ensure a comfortable stay.

Dining at the hotel is a delightful experience, with a restaurant that serves a range of exquisite dishes, showcasing both local Basque and international cuisine. Additionally, the hotel bar offers a cozy setting for enjoying a cocktail or an afternoon tea.

Hotel Carlton also caters to business travelers, featuring robust conference and meeting facilities, complemented by high standards of service. It is an establishment celebrated for its attentive staff and high level of hospitality, ensuring that all guests experience a memorable stay in Bilbao.

Climate and Weather

January
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Sun hours / day
 15
Rain free days
February
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 14
Rain free days
March
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Sun hours / day
 14
Rain free days
April
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 12
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May
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Sun hours / day
 16
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June
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 19
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July
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August
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September
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October
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November
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December
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Michelin Restaurants in Bilbao and near Hotel Carlton

Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
Museum of modern and contemporary art in Bilbao, Spain
0.6km / 0.37mi
Bilbao Fine Arts Museum
Bilbao Fine Arts Museum
Art museum in Bilbao, Spain
370m / 400yd
St. James' Cathedral
St. James' Cathedral
Cultural property in Bilbao, Spain
1km / 0.65mi
Basilica of Begoña
Basilica of Begoña
Minor basilica in Bilbao, Spain
1.7km / 1.1mi
Parque Etxebarria
Parque Etxebarria
1km / 0.63mi
Jardines de Albia
Jardines de Albia
Garden in Spain
480m / 0.3mi
Miribilla parkea / Parque Miribilla
Miribilla parkea / Parque Miribilla
1.1km / 0.67mi
Plaza del Ensanche
Plaza del Ensanche
310m / 340yd
Plaza Zabálburu
Plaza Zabálburu
0.5km / 0.33mi
Plaza Moyúa
Plaza Moyúa
Public square located in the center of Bilbao's extension, in the district of Abando, Basque Country, Spain
30m / 30yd
Plaza Arriquibar
Plaza Arriquibar
260m / 290yd
Plaza Euskadi
Plaza Euskadi
Square in Bilbao, Spain
0.5km / 0.32mi
Parque de Ametzola
Parque de Ametzola
0.9km / 0.57mi
Doña Casilda Iturrizar park
Doña Casilda Iturrizar park
Park in Spain
410m / 450yd
Zubizuri
Zubizuri
Footbridge across the Nervion River in Bilbao
0.8km / 0.47mi
Museo Diocesano de Arte Sacro
Museo Diocesano de Arte Sacro
Museum in Bilbao, Spain
1.5km / 0.93mi
Convent of the Encarnación, Bilbao
Convent of the Encarnación, Bilbao
1.5km / 0.93mi
Church of los Santos Juanes, Bilbao
Church of los Santos Juanes, Bilbao
Church building in Bilbao, Spain
1.1km / 0.71mi
Church of San Nicolás, Bilbao
Church of San Nicolás, Bilbao
Church building in Bilbao, Spain
1km / 0.62mi
San Antón Bridge
San Antón Bridge
Bridge in Spain
1.3km / 0.8mi
Church of San Antón
Church of San Antón
Cultural property in Bilbao, Spain
1.2km / 0.76mi
Yohn Jauregia (La Bolsa)
Yohn Jauregia (La Bolsa)
0.9km / 0.58mi
Monument to Diego Lopez de Haro, Bilbao
Monument to Diego Lopez de Haro, Bilbao
Monument in Bilbao, Spain
0.6km / 0.4mi
Church of San Vicente de Abando
Church of San Vicente de Abando
Church building in Bilbao, Spain
0.6km / 0.35mi
Palacio Olabarri
Palacio Olabarri
0.8km / 0.52mi
Church of the Sagrado Corazón, Bilbao
Church of the Sagrado Corazón, Bilbao
Church building in Bilbao, Spain
430m / 460yd
Church of San Francisco de Asís, Bilbao
Church of San Francisco de Asís, Bilbao
Bilbao
0.5km / 0.33mi
Church of San José de la Montaña, Bilbao
Church of San José de la Montaña, Bilbao
Church building in Bilbao, Spain
260m / 280yd
Reproductions Museum Bilbao
Reproductions Museum Bilbao
Art museum in Basque Country, Spain
0.9km / 0.55mi
Eskurtze parkea / Parque de Eskurtze
1.3km / 0.8mi
Church of Nuestra Señora del Carmen, Bilbao
Church of Nuestra Señora del Carmen, Bilbao
Church building in Bilbao, Spain
0.5km / 0.33mi
Maman
Maman
Series of sculptures by Louise Bourgeois
0.8km / 0.48mi
Itsasmuseum Bilbao
Itsasmuseum Bilbao
Bilbao Museum
1km / 0.63mi
Plaza de Indautxu
Plaza de Indautxu
440m / 480yd
Aterpe 1936
Aterpe 1936
1.7km / 1.1mi
Monumento al Sagrado Corazón de Jesús, Bilbao
Monumento al Sagrado Corazón de Jesús, Bilbao
Monument in Bilbao, Spain
0.9km / 0.55mi
Variante ovoide de la desocupación de la esfera
Variante ovoide de la desocupación de la esfera
0.9km / 0.57mi
Tall Tree & The Eye
Tall Tree & The Eye
Sculpture by Anish Kapoor in Bilbao, Spain
0.8km / 0.47mi
Puppy
Puppy
0.6km / 0.36mi
Busto de Unamuno
Busto de Unamuno
Column and monument in Bilbao
1.2km / 0.72mi
Convento de San Francisco, Bilbao
Convento de San Francisco, Bilbao
Religious buildings in Bilbao
1km / 0.59mi
Parroquia San Francisco Javier
Parroquia San Francisco Javier
460m / 0.28mi
FANAL. Jardin de delicias
FANAL. Jardin de delicias
420m / 460yd
Church of Inmaculada Concepción, Bilbao
Church of Inmaculada Concepción, Bilbao
Church building in Bilbao, Spain
1.1km / 0.69mi
Casa Cuna
Casa Cuna
1.3km / 0.82mi

What to do in Bilbao and near Hotel Carlton

Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
Museum of modern and contemporary art in Bilbao, Spain
0.6km / 0.37mi
Bilbao Fine Arts Museum
Bilbao Fine Arts Museum
Art museum in Bilbao, Spain
370m / 400yd
St. James' Cathedral
St. James' Cathedral
Cultural property in Bilbao, Spain
1km / 0.65mi
Basilica of Begoña
Basilica of Begoña
Minor basilica in Bilbao, Spain
1.7km / 1.1mi
Parque Etxebarria
Parque Etxebarria
1km / 0.63mi
Jardines de Albia
Jardines de Albia
Garden in Spain
480m / 0.3mi
Miribilla parkea / Parque Miribilla
Miribilla parkea / Parque Miribilla
1.1km / 0.67mi
Plaza del Ensanche
Plaza del Ensanche
310m / 340yd
Plaza Zabálburu
Plaza Zabálburu
0.5km / 0.33mi
Plaza Moyúa
Plaza Moyúa
Public square located in the center of Bilbao's extension, in the district of Abando, Basque Country, Spain
30m / 30yd
Plaza Arriquibar
Plaza Arriquibar
260m / 290yd
Plaza Euskadi
Plaza Euskadi
Square in Bilbao, Spain
0.5km / 0.32mi
Parque de Ametzola
Parque de Ametzola
0.9km / 0.57mi
Doña Casilda Iturrizar park
Doña Casilda Iturrizar park
Park in Spain
410m / 450yd
Zubizuri
Zubizuri
Footbridge across the Nervion River in Bilbao
0.8km / 0.47mi
Museo Diocesano de Arte Sacro
Museo Diocesano de Arte Sacro
Museum in Bilbao, Spain
1.5km / 0.93mi
Convent of the Encarnación, Bilbao
Convent of the Encarnación, Bilbao
1.5km / 0.93mi
Church of los Santos Juanes, Bilbao
Church of los Santos Juanes, Bilbao
Church building in Bilbao, Spain
1.1km / 0.71mi
Church of San Nicolás, Bilbao
Church of San Nicolás, Bilbao
Church building in Bilbao, Spain
1km / 0.62mi
San Antón Bridge
San Antón Bridge
Bridge in Spain
1.3km / 0.8mi
Church of San Antón
Church of San Antón
Cultural property in Bilbao, Spain
1.2km / 0.76mi
Yohn Jauregia (La Bolsa)
Yohn Jauregia (La Bolsa)
0.9km / 0.58mi
Monument to Diego Lopez de Haro, Bilbao
Monument to Diego Lopez de Haro, Bilbao
Monument in Bilbao, Spain
0.6km / 0.4mi
Church of San Vicente de Abando
Church of San Vicente de Abando
Church building in Bilbao, Spain
0.6km / 0.35mi
Palacio Olabarri
Palacio Olabarri
0.8km / 0.52mi
Church of the Sagrado Corazón, Bilbao
Church of the Sagrado Corazón, Bilbao
Church building in Bilbao, Spain
430m / 460yd
Church of San Francisco de Asís, Bilbao
Church of San Francisco de Asís, Bilbao
Bilbao
0.5km / 0.33mi
Church of San José de la Montaña, Bilbao
Church of San José de la Montaña, Bilbao
Church building in Bilbao, Spain
260m / 280yd
Reproductions Museum Bilbao
Reproductions Museum Bilbao
Art museum in Basque Country, Spain
0.9km / 0.55mi
Eskurtze parkea / Parque de Eskurtze
1.3km / 0.8mi

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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