
Axel’s take
A strong riverfront base, with standout staff and some tired room finishes.
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Axel’s rating: 8.6/10 · a comfortable 4-star city hotel on Bilbao’s riverfront
Hesperia Bilbao is a comfortable 4-star city hotel whose strongest assets are its riverfront location and helpful staff. It’s a strong pick for exploring Bilbao on foot, with the Guggenheim nearby and the old town within walking distance. Recent Tripadvisor and Expedia guests repeatedly praise reception, comfortable beds, cleanliness and the varied breakfast. We’d choose it for a straightforward, well-supported city break rather than a luxury stay.
The main compromise is condition: some recent guests describe scuffed furniture and tired finishes, although the overall feedback remains strongly positive. Parking costs extra, spaces are limited and larger cars can be awkward in the garage. Hesperia’s Spanish corporate site lists a comprehensive refurbishment for winter 2026, but the public information does not establish its current status or disruption. Confirm arrangements before booking; we’d skip it if freshly renovated interiors are essential.
- Rooms
- Comfortable beds and appealing river-view options; some guests report worn finishes.
- Cleanliness
- Strong overall feedback across Booking.com, Expedia and Tripadvisor outweighs occasional complaints.
- Service
- Helpful, welcoming reception staff are a consistent highlight across recent reviews.
- Amenities
- Varied buffet breakfast, free Wi-Fi, a gym and La Orilla café-bar.
- Fees and surprises
- Parking, pets and breakfast can cost extra; confirm the listed winter 2026 refurbishment’s status.
Axel’s opinion, from the hotel’s website and guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Hotel website · Tripadvisor · Booking.com · Expedia. Reviewed Oct 27, 2026.
The location
Campo Volantin, 28, Bilbao
Riverfront setting near the Zubizuri bridge, convenient for walking to museums and the old town.
Amenities and check-in
Varied buffet breakfast, free Wi-Fi, a gym and La Orilla café-bar.
Check-in
after 3:00 PM
Check-out
before 12:00 PM
- No pool
- Breakfast (extra charge)
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Parking (extra charge)
- Pet-friendly (extra charge)
Additional hotel policies
- Hotel policies: Parking: €24 per car per night; Breakfast: €19; Pet deposit: €25 per guest per stay; Pets: €15 per guest per night
AI-readable version · facts, comparisons and links
Hesperia Bilbao — Bilbao, Spain and Canary Islands
Hesperia Bilbao is a comfortable 4-star city hotel on Bilbao’s riverfront in Bilbao, Spain and Canary Islands.
Address: Campo Volantin, 28, Bilbao. Property ID: 1037060.
Source: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/bilbao/hesperia-bilbao-1037060
Axel vs Expedia and Booking.com
Same hotel, same dates, 2 adults, 1 room, USD stay totals. Axel's total is this page's price for those dates; the other total is what that site listed for the same stay on the day shown.
| Stay | Axel total | Expedia or Booking.com | Difference | Seen | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 4 to Dec 6, 2026 · 2 nights | $290 | $361 on Booking.com | $71 less (20%) | Nov 2 | Select · Share this stay · AI assistants: view rooms |
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Axel private rates
Based on recent rates. Prices refresh when you view rooms.
Total price: $234 USD
2026-11-29 to 2026-12-02 · 3 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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Axel private rates by check-in date
USD · 2 adults · 1 room. One-night and two-night totals for each check-in date. Open a date for other lengths and exact checkout dates.
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November 2026
| Check-in | Axel private rates (USD) |
|---|---|
| 2026-11-04 | $202 for 1 night · 2 nights $415 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-05 | $213 for 1 night · 2 nights $364 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-06 | $151 for 1 night · 2 nights $288 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-07 | $137 for 1 night · 2 nights $225 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-08 | $88 for 1 night · 2 nights $191 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-09 | $103 for 1 night · 2 nights $265 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-10 | $162 for 1 night · 2 nights $339 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-11 | $177 for 1 night · 2 nights $345 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-12 | $168 for 1 night · 2 nights $335 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-13 | $167 for 1 night · 2 nights $294 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-14 | $127 for 1 night · 2 nights $203 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-15 | $76 for 1 night · 2 nights $159 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-16 | $83 for 1 night · 2 nights $174 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-17 | $91 for 1 night · 2 nights $199 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-18 | $108 for 1 night · 2 nights $224 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-19 | $116 for 1 night · 2 nights $262 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-20 | $146 for 1 night · 2 nights $283 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-21 | $137 for 1 night · 2 nights $217 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-22 | $80 for 1 night · 2 nights $161 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-23 | $81 for 1 night · 2 nights $167 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-24 | $86 for 1 night · 2 nights $185.50 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-25 | $99.50 for 1 night · 2 nights $212.50 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-26 | $113 for 1 night · 2 nights $231 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-27 | $118 for 1 night · 2 nights $223 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-28 | $105 for 1 night · 2 nights $180 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-29 | $75 for 1 night · 2 nights $156 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-30 | $81 for 1 night · 2 nights $159 · up to 14 nights priced |
December 2026
| Check-in | Axel private rates (USD) |
|---|---|
| 2026-12-01 | $78 for 1 night · 2 nights $158 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-12-02 | $80 for 1 night · 2 nights $161 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-12-03 | $81 for 1 night · 2 nights $199 · up to 14 nights priced |
#2 of 2 hotels in Campo Volantín by Axel's take. Campo Volantín is #5 of 5 places to stay in Bilbao. The best hotels in Campo Volantín, ranked · Where to stay in Bilbao
Axel's take: 8.6/10
A strong riverfront base, with standout staff and some tired room finishes. a comfortable 4-star city hotel on Bilbao’s riverfront, scored for what it is.
Hesperia Bilbao is a comfortable 4-star city hotel whose strongest assets are its riverfront location and helpful staff. It’s a strong pick for exploring Bilbao on foot, with the Guggenheim nearby and the old town within walking distance. Recent Tripadvisor and Expedia guests repeatedly praise reception, comfortable beds, cleanliness and the varied breakfast. We’d choose it for a straightforward, well-supported city break rather than a luxury stay.
The main compromise is condition: some recent guests describe scuffed furniture and tired finishes, although the overall feedback remains strongly positive. Parking costs extra, spaces are limited and larger cars can be awkward in the garage. Hesperia’s Spanish corporate site lists a comprehensive refurbishment for winter 2026, but the public information does not establish its current status or disruption. Confirm arrangements before booking; we’d skip it if freshly renovated interiors are essential.
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Best for: first-time Bilbao visitors; couples on a sightseeing break; travelers exploring without a car
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Watch out for: some tired room finishes; limited, tight paid parking; winter 2026 refurbishment status needs checking
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Location: Riverfront setting near the Zubizuri bridge, convenient for walking to museums and the old town.
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Rooms: Comfortable beds and appealing river-view options; some guests report worn finishes.
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Cleanliness: Strong overall feedback across Booking.com, Expedia and Tripadvisor outweighs occasional complaints.
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Service: Helpful, welcoming reception staff are a consistent highlight across recent reviews.
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Amenities: Varied buffet breakfast, free Wi-Fi, a gym and La Orilla café-bar.
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Fees and surprises: Parking, pets and breakfast can cost extra; confirm the listed winter 2026 refurbishment’s status.
Axel's opinion of Hesperia Bilbao, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Tripadvisor · Booking.com · Expedia. Reviewed Oct 27, 2026.
About Hesperia Bilbao
- Property type: Hotel
- 4-star hotel
- NH Hotels
- Campo Volantin, 28, Bilbao
- Guest rating: 4.4/5 on Google from 2,817 reviews (location 4.8/5)
- Getting around (travel times from Google's hotel listing): Bilbao Airport: 14 min by taxi · Santander Airport: 69 min by taxi · San Sebastian Airport: 84 min by taxi · Guggenheim Museum Bilbao: 11 min walk · Museum of Fine Arts of Bilbao: 15 min walk · Bizkaia Bridge: 29 min by taxi
- Hotel policies: Parking: €24 per car per night; Breakfast: €19; Pet deposit: €25 per guest per stay; Pets: €15 per guest per night
- Amenities: No pool, Breakfast (extra charge), Restaurant, Bar, Parking (extra charge), Pet-friendly (extra charge), Full-service laundry, Accessible parking, Wi-Fi (free), Business center, Meeting rooms
- Check-in from: 15:00
- Check-out by: 12:00
- City page: Hotels in Bilbao
Room types
Room types and selected features reported for this hotel. Check your dates for availability.
Source: ETG room descriptions.
Standard Single room
- Room features: Fridge
- Standard Single room — room photo 1
- Standard Single room — room photo 2
- Standard Single room — room photo 3
Standard Double room (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Room features: Fridge
- Standard Double room (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Standard Double room (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Standard Double room (full double bed) — room photo 3
Standard with Extra bed (2 Adults + 1 Child) Double room (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Room features: Fridge
- Standard with Extra bed (2 Adults + 1 Child) Double room (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Standard with Extra bed (2 Adults + 1 Child) Double room (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Standard with Extra bed (2 Adults + 1 Child) Double room (full double bed) — room photo 3
Standard Twin room (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
- Standard Twin room (twin beds) — room photo 1
- Standard Twin room (twin beds) — room photo 2
- Standard Twin room (twin beds) — room photo 3
Standard with Extra bed (2 Adults + 1 Child) Twin room (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
- Standard with Extra bed (2 Adults + 1 Child) Twin room (twin beds) — room photo 1
- Standard with Extra bed (2 Adults + 1 Child) Twin room (twin beds) — room photo 2
- Standard with Extra bed (2 Adults + 1 Child) Twin room (twin beds) — room photo 3
Superior Double room with river view (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Superior Double room with river view (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Superior Double room with river view (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Superior Double room with river view (full double bed) — room photo 3
Superior Double room with view (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Room features: Fridge; With view
- Superior Double room with view (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Superior Double room with view (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Superior Double room with view (full double bed) — room photo 3
Superior with Extra bed (2 Adults + 1 Child) Double room with view (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Room features: Fridge; With view
- Superior with Extra bed (2 Adults + 1 Child) Double room with view (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Superior with Extra bed (2 Adults + 1 Child) Double room with view (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Superior with Extra bed (2 Adults + 1 Child) Double room with view (full double bed) — room photo 3
Superior Twin room with river view (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
- Superior Twin room with river view (twin beds) — room photo 1
- Superior Twin room with river view (twin beds) — room photo 2
- Superior Twin room with river view (twin beds) — room photo 3
Superior Twin room with view (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
- Superior Twin room with view (twin beds) — room photo 1
- Superior Twin room with view (twin beds) — room photo 2
- Superior Twin room with view (twin beds) — room photo 3
Superior with Extra bed (2 Adults + 1 Child) Twin room with view (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
- Superior with Extra bed (2 Adults + 1 Child) Twin room with view (twin beds) — room photo 1
- Superior with Extra bed (2 Adults + 1 Child) Twin room with view (twin beds) — room photo 2
- Superior with Extra bed (2 Adults + 1 Child) Twin room with view (twin beds) — room photo 3
Double Junior Suite (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Double Junior Suite (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Double Junior Suite (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Double Junior Suite (full double bed) — room photo 3
Double Junior Suite with river view (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Double Junior Suite with river view (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Double Junior Suite with river view (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Double Junior Suite with river view (full double bed) — room photo 3
Twin Junior Suite (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
- Twin Junior Suite (twin beds) — room photo 1
- Twin Junior Suite (twin beds) — room photo 2
- Twin Junior Suite (twin beds) — room photo 3
Twin Junior Suite with river view (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
- Twin Junior Suite with river view (twin beds) — room photo 1
- Twin Junior Suite with river view (twin beds) — room photo 2
- Twin Junior Suite with river view (twin beds) — room photo 3
Double Suite (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Double Suite (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Double Suite (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Double Suite (full double bed) — room photo 3
Double Suite with river view (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Double Suite with river view (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Double Suite with river view (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Double Suite with river view (full double bed) — room photo 3
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