Mesedeetako Kaia 3 (Muelle de la Merced), Bilbao
Axel Hotel Bilbao is a gay-friendly four-star hotel and the newest member of the Axel Hotels chain. It stands in San Francisco, the city's historic quarter, a short walk from the gay bars and clubs. The rooms are modern and air-conditioned. Guests can also use a wellness centre and a fitness room, or relax on the large roof terrace with its pool and bar. Rooms start at 60 €.
Dorre Kalea 2 (Calle de la Torre), Bilbao
A two-star guesthouse in the historic heart of Bilbao, Basque Boutique offers individually decorated rooms inspired by Basque culture. It sits very close to most of the city's gay and LGBT-friendly bars and clubs, with plenty of restaurants and pintxo bars all around.
Erribera Kalea 13 (Calle de la Ribera), Bilbao
A strikingly modern four-star design hotel set in Bilbao's Old Town. The front desk team speaks English, German, Spanish and Basque. Rooms start from 90 €.
Mazarredo Zumarkalea 77 (Alameda Mazarredo), Bilbao
Four-star boutique hotel with an artistic flair, designed by fashion designer Antonio Miró. It sits in the center of Bilbao, right between the Guggenheim Museum and the Museo de Bellas Artes.
