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Occidental Bilbao

Avenida Zumalakarregi, 40
Rated 8.4 in 5099 reviews

The Occidental Bilbao is a contemporary hotel located in the vibrant city of Bilbao, Spain. This stylish establishment offers a blend of comfort and convenience for both leisure and business travelers. Situated in a prime location, the hotel provides easy access to the city's fascinating attractions, including the iconic Guggenheim Museum and the historic old town. With its modern architecture and inviting interior, the hotel ensures a welcoming atmosphere for its guests.

Guests at the Occidental Bilbao can enjoy a range of amenities designed to enhance their stay. The rooms are equipped with contemporary furnishings and essential amenities to ensure a comfortable experience. The hotel also features a well-appointed fitness center, allowing guests to maintain their wellness routines while away from home. For those looking to unwind, the outdoor pool provides a refreshing escape with a relaxing ambiance.

Dining at the Occidental Bilbao is a delightful experience, with a restaurant that offers a diverse menu featuring both local and international cuisines. The attentive service and carefully crafted dishes ensure a satisfying culinary journey. For business travelers, the hotel caters to professional needs with its modern meeting facilities and dedicated event spaces.

The Occidental Bilbao offers easy access to public transport, making it a convenient base for exploring the city and its surroundings. Whether visiting for business or pleasure, the hotel serves as a comfortable and well-situated option for enjoying the unique culture and attractions of Bilbao. Its commitment to quality service and hospitality leaves a lasting impression on all who visit.

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Climate and Weather

January
 13°
 6°
 13°
 3
Sun hours / day
 15
Rain free days
February
 14°
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 12°
 4
Sun hours / day
 14
Rain free days
March
 16°
 9°
 13°
 5
Sun hours / day
 14
Rain free days
April
 17°
 10°
 14°
 6
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 12
Rain free days
May
 20°
 13°
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Sun hours / day
 16
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June
 23°
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 7
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 19
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July
 26°
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 24
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August
 26°
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 23
Rain free days
September
 24°
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 19
Rain free days
October
 20°
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 16
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November
 16°
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 14
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December
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 15
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Michelin Restaurants in Bilbao and near Occidental Bilbao

Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
Museum of modern and contemporary art in Bilbao, Spain
2km / 1.2mi
St. James' Cathedral
St. James' Cathedral
Cultural property in Bilbao, Spain
0.8km / 0.52mi
Basilica of Begoña
Basilica of Begoña
Minor basilica in Bilbao, Spain
120m / 130yd
Parque Europa, Bilbao
Parque Europa, Bilbao
Park in Bilbao, Spain
0.5km / 0.33mi
Parque Etxebarria
Parque Etxebarria
490m / 0.31mi
Jardines de Albia
Jardines de Albia
Garden in Spain
1.3km / 0.83mi
Miribilla parkea / Parque Miribilla
Miribilla parkea / Parque Miribilla
1.2km / 0.73mi
Plaza del Ensanche
Plaza del Ensanche
1.6km / 0.99mi
Plaza Zabálburu
Plaza Zabálburu
1.7km / 1.1mi
Plaza Moyúa
Plaza Moyúa
Public square located in the center of Bilbao's extension, in the district of Abando, Basque Country, Spain
1.8km / 1.1mi
Plaza Arriquibar
Plaza Arriquibar
1.9km / 1.2mi
Zubizuri
Zubizuri
Footbridge across the Nervion River in Bilbao
1.5km / 0.96mi
Museo Diocesano de Arte Sacro
Museo Diocesano de Arte Sacro
Museum in Bilbao, Spain
0.8km / 0.47mi
Convent of the Encarnación, Bilbao
Convent of the Encarnación, Bilbao
0.7km / 0.45mi
Church of los Santos Juanes, Bilbao
Church of los Santos Juanes, Bilbao
Church building in Bilbao, Spain
0.7km / 0.44mi
Church of San Nicolás, Bilbao
Church of San Nicolás, Bilbao
Church building in Bilbao, Spain
0.8km / 0.5mi
San Antón Bridge
San Antón Bridge
Bridge in Spain
0.8km / 0.53mi
Church of San Antón
Church of San Antón
Cultural property in Bilbao, Spain
0.8km / 0.52mi
Yohn Jauregia (La Bolsa)
Yohn Jauregia (La Bolsa)
1km / 0.61mi
Monument to Diego Lopez de Haro, Bilbao
Monument to Diego Lopez de Haro, Bilbao
Monument in Bilbao, Spain
1.2km / 0.75mi
Church of San Vicente de Abando
Church of San Vicente de Abando
Church building in Bilbao, Spain
1.3km / 0.84mi
Palacio Olabarri
Palacio Olabarri
1.9km / 1.2mi
Church of the Sagrado Corazón, Bilbao
Church of the Sagrado Corazón, Bilbao
Church building in Bilbao, Spain
1.4km / 0.86mi
Church of San Francisco de Asís, Bilbao
Church of San Francisco de Asís, Bilbao
Bilbao
1.6km / 1mi
Reproductions Museum Bilbao
Reproductions Museum Bilbao
Art museum in Basque Country, Spain
1.2km / 0.76mi
Eskurtze parkea / Parque de Eskurtze
2km / 1.2mi
Aterpe 1936
Aterpe 1936
2km / 1.2mi
Variante ovoide de la desocupación de la esfera
Variante ovoide de la desocupación de la esfera
1.1km / 0.68mi
Busto de Unamuno
Busto de Unamuno
Column and monument in Bilbao
0.7km / 0.44mi
Convento de San Francisco, Bilbao
Convento de San Francisco, Bilbao
Religious buildings in Bilbao
1.1km / 0.7mi
Casa Cuna
Casa Cuna
0.9km / 0.55mi
Bilbao Fine Arts Museum
Bilbao Fine Arts Museum
Art museum in Bilbao, Spain
2.2km / 1.4mi
Plaza Euskadi
Plaza Euskadi
Square in Bilbao, Spain
2.2km / 1.4mi
Parque de Ametzola
Parque de Ametzola
2.2km / 1.4mi
Doña Casilda Iturrizar park
Doña Casilda Iturrizar park
Park in Spain
2.2km / 1.4mi
Sarrikoko parkea / Parque de Sarriko
Sarrikoko parkea / Parque de Sarriko
3.9km / 2.4mi
Church of San José de la Montaña, Bilbao
Church of San José de la Montaña, Bilbao
Church building in Bilbao, Spain
2km / 1.3mi
Church of Nuestra Señora del Carmen, Bilbao
Church of Nuestra Señora del Carmen, Bilbao
Church building in Bilbao, Spain
2.3km / 1.4mi
Maman
Maman
Series of sculptures by Louise Bourgeois
2.1km / 1.3mi
Itsasmuseum Bilbao
Itsasmuseum Bilbao
Bilbao Museum
2.9km / 1.8mi
Plaza de Indautxu
Plaza de Indautxu
2.2km / 1.4mi
San Roke baseliza
San Roke baseliza
3.9km / 2.4mi
Monumento al Sagrado Corazón de Jesús, Bilbao
Monumento al Sagrado Corazón de Jesús, Bilbao
Monument in Bilbao, Spain
2.7km / 1.7mi
Tall Tree & The Eye
Tall Tree & The Eye
Sculpture by Anish Kapoor in Bilbao, Spain
2.2km / 1.4mi
Puppy
Puppy
2.1km / 1.3mi

What to do in Bilbao and near Occidental Bilbao

Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
Museum of modern and contemporary art in Bilbao, Spain
2km / 1.2mi
St. James' Cathedral
St. James' Cathedral
Cultural property in Bilbao, Spain
0.8km / 0.52mi
Basilica of Begoña
Basilica of Begoña
Minor basilica in Bilbao, Spain
120m / 130yd
Parque Europa, Bilbao
Parque Europa, Bilbao
Park in Bilbao, Spain
0.5km / 0.33mi
Parque Etxebarria
Parque Etxebarria
490m / 0.31mi
Jardines de Albia
Jardines de Albia
Garden in Spain
1.3km / 0.83mi
Miribilla parkea / Parque Miribilla
Miribilla parkea / Parque Miribilla
1.2km / 0.73mi
Plaza del Ensanche
Plaza del Ensanche
1.6km / 0.99mi
Plaza Zabálburu
Plaza Zabálburu
1.7km / 1.1mi
Plaza Moyúa
Plaza Moyúa
Public square located in the center of Bilbao's extension, in the district of Abando, Basque Country, Spain
1.8km / 1.1mi
Plaza Arriquibar
Plaza Arriquibar
1.9km / 1.2mi
Zubizuri
Zubizuri
Footbridge across the Nervion River in Bilbao
1.5km / 0.96mi
Museo Diocesano de Arte Sacro
Museo Diocesano de Arte Sacro
Museum in Bilbao, Spain
0.8km / 0.47mi
Convent of the Encarnación, Bilbao
Convent of the Encarnación, Bilbao
0.7km / 0.45mi
Church of los Santos Juanes, Bilbao
Church of los Santos Juanes, Bilbao
Church building in Bilbao, Spain
0.7km / 0.44mi
Church of San Nicolás, Bilbao
Church of San Nicolás, Bilbao
Church building in Bilbao, Spain
0.8km / 0.5mi
San Antón Bridge
San Antón Bridge
Bridge in Spain
0.8km / 0.53mi
Church of San Antón
Church of San Antón
Cultural property in Bilbao, Spain
0.8km / 0.52mi
Yohn Jauregia (La Bolsa)
Yohn Jauregia (La Bolsa)
1km / 0.61mi
Monument to Diego Lopez de Haro, Bilbao
Monument to Diego Lopez de Haro, Bilbao
Monument in Bilbao, Spain
1.2km / 0.75mi
Church of San Vicente de Abando
Church of San Vicente de Abando
Church building in Bilbao, Spain
1.3km / 0.84mi
Palacio Olabarri
Palacio Olabarri
1.9km / 1.2mi
Church of the Sagrado Corazón, Bilbao
Church of the Sagrado Corazón, Bilbao
Church building in Bilbao, Spain
1.4km / 0.86mi
Church of San Francisco de Asís, Bilbao
Church of San Francisco de Asís, Bilbao
Bilbao
1.6km / 1mi
Reproductions Museum Bilbao
Reproductions Museum Bilbao
Art museum in Basque Country, Spain
1.2km / 0.76mi
Eskurtze parkea / Parque de Eskurtze
2km / 1.2mi
Aterpe 1936
Aterpe 1936
2km / 1.2mi
Variante ovoide de la desocupación de la esfera
Variante ovoide de la desocupación de la esfera
1.1km / 0.68mi
Busto de Unamuno
Busto de Unamuno
Column and monument in Bilbao
0.7km / 0.44mi
Convento de San Francisco, Bilbao
Convento de San Francisco, Bilbao
Religious buildings in Bilbao
1.1km / 0.7mi

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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