The best hotels Basque Country

Perched on a hill overlooking the ocean, Pedro Subijana's ultra-chic hotel was designed by the Mecanismo architectural firm around the famous eponymous restaurant. His concept? Five grey stone cubes with minimalist lines, housing some twenty luxurious rooms that blend in perfectly with Igueldo's surroundings. Inside, clear wood and glass create infinitely restful spaces. The hotel also has a renowned spa. A unique place, reserved for a privileged few, for an unforgettable gastronomic stay.

On Mount Igueldo, a family hotel that captivates with its location above the cliffs offering panoramic views. Its 21 rooms are decorated in an old-fashioned style, with rustic wooden furniture, and are equipped with everything you need for a comfortable stay (private bathroom, air conditioning, wifi connection). But what really seduces us in this small hotel is its large dining room overlooking the ocean, where a delicious breakfast is served. Very warm welcome from the hotel staff!

Located in Derio, Spain, the Holiday Inn Express Bilbao is a modern, comfortable 3-star hotel. It is ideally located just 2 km from Bilbao airport and 12 km from the city center. Rooms are spacious and feature free Wi-Fi access, flat-screen TVs, desks and tea and coffee making facilities. Superior rooms also feature a sofa bed. Buffet breakfast is included in the room rate, as is parking and airport shuttle. Pets are welcome. Holiday Inn Express Bilbao enjoys a good reputation, with a service and facilities rating of 4.3/5.

Hotel Sercotel Gran Bilbao is located in Bilbao. This hotel offers different categories of rooms, each with its own unique personality and decoration. From double rooms to suites with Jacuzzi and family rooms, there's something for every taste and need. The hotel also offers a host of services to make guests' stay a pleasant one, including a restaurant, an exquisite breakfast, a gym and underground parking. Whether for conferences, weddings, banquets or meetings, the hotel offers the right space for every type of event. Located just a few minutes' walk from Bilbao's historic district, the hotel is also well situated for exploring the city and its surroundings. Hotel Sercotel Gran Bilbao has been awarded several distinctions and quality labels, testifying to its commitment to its guests.

A pleasant setting under the brick vaults in the basement of a traditional building. To access the restaurant, you have to go down and walk next to a magnificent old oven. Tasting of a typical menu, varied and always rich and very tasty local wine.

Located 200 metres from the beach, this small family hotel offers an ideal location for the ocean. The 12 en suite rooms cater for all young sportsmen and women in Bilbao's good society.

L'Akelarre in San Sebastian offers a complete gastronomic and hotel experience. One of the few Michelin 3-star restaurants in the world to have its own hotel, it boasts excellence, innovation and avant-gardism in all its services. The restaurant has retained its 3 Michelin stars since 2007. With a philosophy of continuous improvement, l'Akelarre is a must for anyone seeking an outstanding culinary and hotel experience.

A pretty house surrounded by mountains, where lovers of nature will be filled. Here you can enjoy hiking and mountain biking in the natural park of Urbasa (possibility of renting bikes on site). The house, restored with great care, offers 3 very nice double rooms, with apparent beams and rustic furniture. Access to common kitchen is also convenient.

This large house of over 500 m ² offers 8 air-conditioned double rooms with bathrooms. Of course, it keeps wooden beams that give it a rustic touch, but let's be honest, the decoration leaves frankly to be desired. In any case, this is the only lodging option at Alda…

The Hotel Balneario Areatza is located in the town of Areatza, on the slopes of the Gorbea Natural Park, around 30 minutes from Bilbao and Vitoria, and just 1 hour from Donosti. The hotel has 65 rooms, all spacious and fully-equipped, with heating, safe, mini-refrigerator, digital TV and free Wi-Fi. It offers single, double, family and triple rooms, with comfortable sofa beds to accommodate the whole family. For further information, please contact the hotel directly.

Bilbao's central reservations office offers a wide range of leisure activities, restaurants, excursions, guided tours and accommodation. Whether you want to book a hotel, organize a guided tour or find a restaurant, Bilbao's central reservations office is there to help you.

Charming typical house with 4 rooms. You will be very well received and can enjoy a quiet and green environment.

This 4 000 th century house, restored and decorated with great taste, is surrounded by a garden of ² m. The 5 rooms have poster beds with plasma curtains. Ideal for a romantic getaway.

4 double rooms in an country, which also offers ecological meals, prepared with farm products.

This magnificent th century tower is now home to a charming hotel. If it is the season, you can take part in the harvest of truffles and practice numerous sports in the surrounding area. The ideal base for visiting the region.

Recently opened, it is a nice 4 bedroom hotel with garden. The price of meals defies competition, as we say!

Traditional house that is certainly not time, but offers all the comfort and a beautiful view of the sea.

On the edge of the Miramón forest, 20 minutes from the center of San Sebastian, this luxury 4-star boutique hotel is the perfect backdrop for enjoying the region and relaxing at the same time. A calm, natural environment where the building blends in perfectly with its surroundings. The watchword here is environmental responsibility, whether in the 69 modern, pleasant rooms, the sports area or the spa! The hotel also boasts a magnificent terrace, a rooftop outdoor swimming pool and an excellent restaurant: the Tilia Deli & Café.

Kein Hostel is the only accommodation located right on the beach in Zarautz, making it the perfect spot for surfers! After all, you'll wake up to the sound of ocean waves every morning of your stay here. Kein Hostel has three dormitory rooms: two with seven beds and two bathrooms, and one with six beds and two bathrooms. The decor - predominantly light wood tones - is simple and minimalist, and the living room features large picture windows.

Ur Bare is an exceptional cliffside site overlooking the splendid Zarautz beach, a popular spot for surfers on the Basque coast. A total of 13 rooms of varying standards, all with ocean views, are decorated in a warm, chic style. The hotel's gastro restaurant is well worth the detour: chef Javier Sierra does justice to Basque culinary culture. In short, a little corner of paradise by the sea, 15 km from San Sebastian, where you can recharge your batteries in an absolutely sumptuous setting.

Numad Studios is an accommodation solution that will appeal equally to vacationers wishing to enjoy the greatest possible autonomy and to digital nomad workers. The studios are bright and minimalist in design, and lack nothing. You'll also appreciate the pool area and gym, as well as the natural setting of this small complex, just a few minutes from the city. The eco-committed company is also committed to keeping its carbon footprint as small as possible. A great address for everyone!

This is a superb country house for those wishing to spend a holiday as close as possible to the lush Basque countryside. Casa Mendilore is set in exceptionally green surroundings, between fields, valleys and forest, and offers 6 tastefully furnished, warmly-colored en-suite rooms. There's also a living room with fireplace, a panoramic porch and tasty, home-cooked local cuisine (breakfasts, dinners on request). Perfect for a breath of fresh air to recharge your batteries!

Slightly set back from the city, in verdant surroundings, this hotel is the ideal setting for enjoying the city's attractions while remaining calm. With no fewer than 80 rooms (Premium and Deluxe) and suites that are particularly elegant without overdoing it - the decorator Lázaro Rosa Violán has a lot to do with it - a classy, minimalist restaurant-bar, a swimming pool in a flowery garden and a state-of-the-art gym, nothing is missing for a successful stay.

Last house typical of the sea, including history of family bed on all the walls. This charming guest house, with a cosy look and the very friendly welcome, is the best address in Bakio.