After a full refurbishment (January 2006), the hotel 4-star Barceló Avenida is now one of the main reference points in Bilbao.
Its services like the cyber-corner and the 2100m² SPA & Fitness Centre located on the ground floor, together with its avant-guard design and convenient location make the hotel a great choice whether you wish to hold a work meeting or for a relaxing city break away.
The hotel has 189 exterior rooms with great views, decorated in a stylish, modern, innovative fashion. 46 of these rooms belong to BIO2, a sector of the hotel designed with an Avant Garde style to offer additional features to suit every need of the contemporary international business traveller.
There are 16 meeting rooms available with natural light and a capacity of up to 800 people. These rooms feature the latest in communication and conferencing technology.
The Cybercorner business centre features the latest in new technology and internet access, with PCs and all the necessary peripherals ready and available for guests’ use.
Inside the hotel, you will also find the largest fitness centre in Bilbao (at an additional cost), featuring 2,100 m² of floor space devoted to health and exercise and featuring a complete spa (at an additional cost), a water circuit and a choice of specific relaxing and therapeutic spa treatments. Access not allowed for children under 16 years old due to a national legislation.
There is also a cafeteria and piano bar.
Hotel Facilities
General
Luggage Storage,
Express Check-In/Check-Out,
Heating,
Soundproofed Rooms,
Elevator,
Design Hotel,
Safety Deposit Box,
Gay Friendly.
Activities
Jacuzzi,
Hiking,
Massage,
Hammam,
Spa & Wellness Centre,
Turkish/Steam Bath.
Services
Tour Desk,
Ticket Service,
Fax/Photocopying,
Car Rental,
Currency Exchange,
Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN,
Internet Services.
Hotel Policies
Important! Some policies may vary from these depending on your room, date and rate selection. Please check the room information when booking.
Children and extra beds
All children are welcome.
All children under 2 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding.
All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots.
All older children or adults are charged EUR 26.75 per night and person for extra beds.
Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 1.
Check In / Check Out
You may check in from 12:00 hours onwards.
You must check out by 12:00 hours.
Cancellations
If cancelled up to 18:00 on the date of arrival, no fee will be charged.
If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.
VAT is included.
Service charge is included.
City/tourist tax is not applicable.
Parking
Private parking is possible on site and costs EUR 15.00 per day.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel and charges are applicable.
Deposit
No deposit will be charged.
Children and extra beds
All children are welcome.
All children under 2 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding.
All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots.
All older children or adults are charged EUR 26.75 per night and person for extra beds.
Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 1.
Rooms are available with one double bed or 2 twin beds. Please indicate your preference when making a reservation. Please note: The hotel cannot always guarantee the type of bed that you select in your preferences; bed types are always subject to availability.
Do you want to have a bath while watching TV? The innovative design of the standard rooms reflects the needs of the modern traveller. Every feature and intricate detail of the room has been designed with guests comfort and convenience in mind. As a result, you can even have a bath while enjoying your favourite TV programme.
BIO2 is the executive area of the hotel. These rooms are decorated in an Avant Garde style. The equipment in BIO2 rooms is designed to meet the needs of any international business traveller. Rooms feature free high-speed ADSL internet access, the all new BIO2 king-size bed and hydro massage showers.
This package includes one free spa circuit per person, per night. A spa circuit offers a 90-minute relaxation treatment in the hotel’s Avenida Spa.
Access not allowed for children under 16 years old due to a national legislation.
Amenities:
Minibar,
Bathroom,
Bathroom Amenities,
Toilet,
Safety Deposit Box,
Radio,
Bath,
Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
Satellite TV,
Telephone,
Air Conditioning,
Heating,
Shower,
Work Desk,
TV,
Hairdryer.
Restaurants and Bars
Restaurant opens every working day for buffet breakfast, menu and a la cârte lunch and dinner. On weekends, chef Asier Lanz offers a special gastronomic menu which fuses basque and international cuisine with an author touch. On Sunday nights the restaurant remains closed, but the coffee shop offers a wide choice of quick dishes.
Directions
From A-8 head in the direction of Bilbao - Artxanda. After the cabin toll take the left tunnel and right after the tunnel exit right in the direction of Begona. After about 2 km you will pass through a short tunnel. The hotel is located right after this tunnel on the right-hand side.
From A-68 take exit Bilbao - Zabalburu. Follow directions for Begona until you pass through a short tunnel. The hotel is located right after this tunnel, on the right-hand side.
*Directions included in email booking confirmation