Axel Hotel Bilbao - Adults Only

$$$$||View on mapBilbao, SpainMuelle De La Merced, 3, Bilbao, Spain, 48003|
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Axel Hotel Bilbao - Adults Only
Muelle De La Merced, 3, Bilbao, Spain, 48003·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.8Great
Cleanliness9.3
Comfort9.3
Staff9.3
Location9.2
Facilities8.9
Who stays here
Couples69%
Solo21%
Groups7%
Families3%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.8Great
Cleanliness9.3
Comfort9.3
Staff9.3
Location9.2
Facilities8.9
Who stays here
Couples69%
Solo21%
Groups7%
Families3%

4-star adults-only hotel in Bilbao's Old Town with a rooftop pool and spa

Amenities & Wellness

Axel Hotel Bilbao - Adults Only offers a roof's outdoor pool open all year with loungers and a poolside bar. The wellness centre includes a sauna and hot tub, plus a spa lounge where guests can book massage treatments. A fitness room with Precor cardio machines complements the relaxation options.

Accommodation

Rooms at this Bilbao hotel are air-conditioned and have a private bathroom with a glass-fronted shower that opens into the bedroom. Each room includes a flat-screen TV, minibar, and safety deposit box. Some units offer river views over the Nervión River, while others face the city.

Location

The hotel sits across the bridge from Bilbao's Old Town, a 5-minute walk to the market and pintxos bars. The Guggenheim Museum is a 15-minute walk along the river, and Abando Train Station is 1 km away. Bilbao Airport is 10 km from the property, reachable by taxi or metro.

Dining & Services

A daily buffet breakfast includes hot items, local pintxos, tortilla, and prosecco, served until 11:00. The rooftop bar serves cocktails and drinks while overlooking the city. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can arrange room service and provide city maps for exploring.

Hotel Concept

Axel Hotel Bilbao - Adults Only is an adults-only hotel, creating a private environment for guests aged 18 and over. The property promotes LGBTQIA inclusivity, with a diverse team and a welcoming vibe for all orientations. This focus on community distinguishes it from standard city hotels in Bilbao.

  • Adults-only: Serene atmosphere for couples and solo travelers
  • Rooftop pool: Seasonal outdoor swimming pool with city views and bar
  • Spa & wellness: On-site sauna, hot tub, and fitness center with booking system
  • Location: 10-minute walk from Old Town, near Guggenheim Museum and Abando Station
  • LGBTQIA-friendly: Inclusive environment with a community spotlight on culture

Licence number: HBI01331

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 12:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs EUR 18.5 per person. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
Spanish
Building
Number of rooms:110
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Rooms and availability

Junior Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
Small Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
  • River view
  • Shower
  • Private bathroom
Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds
  • Courtyard view
  • Shower
  • Private bathroom
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

Car park

Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Swimming pool

Rooftop pool

Spa and relaxation

Jacuzzi

Spa & wellness centre

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Services

  • Room service

Dining

  • Bar/ Lounge area

Spa & Leisure

  • Rooftop pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Jacuzzi

Room view

  • City view
  • Courtyard view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Essential information about Axel Hotel Bilbao - Adults Only

💵 Lowest room price 69 £
📏 Distance to centre 400 m
✈️ Distance to airport 14.7 km
🧳 Nearest airport Bilbao, BIO

Location

Muelle De La Merced, 3, Bilbao, Spain, 48003
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Muelle De La Merced, 3, Bilbao, Spain, 48003
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Muelle De La Merced, 3, Bilbao, Spain, 48003
  • City landmarks
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Square
Plaza Circular
380 m
Church
Church of San Francisco de Asis
490 m
Vitoria-Gasteiz 6 Entrada por la calle Olano
Bilbaout
230 m
Murueta
El Balcon de Bizkaia
390 m
Bridge
San Anton Bridge
430 m
Church
Church of San Nicolas
470 m
Calle de la Cruz 4
Church of Santos Juanes
410 m
Square
Plaza Miguel de Unamuno
460 m
at Canciller Ayala
Estatua del Sagrado Corazon
460 m
Restaurant
Agape Restaurante
170 m
Restaurant
Happy River
70 m
Restaurant
Pasteleria Confiarte
80 m
Restaurant
Patri Martin Berasategui Gastrobar
140 m
Restaurant
Restaurante Kasko
250 m
Restaurant
Restaurante Amarena
510 m
Restaurant
Laga
620 m
Restaurant
Sarean
370 m
Restaurant
Tipula Burger
290 m
Restaurant
Lamiak
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Restaurant
Pena Athletic del Casco Viejo
660 m

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