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Barcelo Bilbao NervionvsHesperia Bilbao
Both properties are recommended by those who travel for a living. On balance, NH Collection Ria de Bilbao scores slightly better than Barcelo Bilbao Nervion. NH Collection Ria de Bilbao comes in at 81 with praise from 5 sources such as Oyster, The Telegraph and Concierge.
Barcelo Bilbao Nervion
Lonely Planet
Oyster
The Telegraph
Independent
Paseo del Campo de Volantin 11, 48007 Bilbao
From $64/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Lonely Planet "OK, it’s a chain hotel and, yes, whilst the rooms are cheap, they do charge over the odds for everything else."
OysterUpper-middle-range
"The upper-middle-range Barcelo Bilbao Nervion is located on the riverfront in central Bilbao, making it an easy 14-minute walk to the Guggenheim Museum." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"This seven-floor hotel towers over the Nervion River, and some of its 350 rooms look out over Bilbao's Guggenheim." Full review
Independent "The Barcelo Bilbao Nervion lies just north of the Casco Viejo, sitting serenely on the banks of the Nervion and close to the Guggenheim"
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Hesperia Bilbao
Concierge
Rough Guide
Star Service The Telegraph Oyster
Campo Volantin 28, 48007 Bilbao
From $82/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Concierge "Of the two upscale modern hotels in Bilbao, the Gran Hotel Domine is certainly showier—and it does have amazing views of the Guggenheim."
Rough Guide "Smart, modern riverfront hotel, in a funky, contemporary building... near the Zubizuri bridge. Rooms come with sleek, minimalist furnishings and plasmascreen TVs. Bike rental, free wi-fi and parking."
Star Service "This strong choice is about modern touches and sleek design." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"This 151-room hotel has a playful exterior that competes with the rich architecture along Bilbao’s river promenade." Full review
OysterUpper-middle-range
"The 151-room Hotel Hesperia Bilbao is a three-and-a-half-pearl property from the NH chain situated along Bilbao's riverfront, a 10-minute walk from the Guggenheim." Full review
