Places to stay in the Basque Country;

May 30th, 2008

Rural guesthouse on the foothills of Mount Gorbeia

Casa Rural Quopiki Charming and pretty, well equipped rural cottage guest house on the foothills of Mount Gorbeia, just a short drive from the cities of Vitoria and Bilbao. Located in the small village of Gopegi, it is ideal for outdoors enthusiasts with a whole host of things to do and see in the surrounding area. More information

Cutting-edge hotel in the Rioja Alavesa

Marqués de Riscal Luxury Collection***** Located in the Rioja wine region, this incomparable architectural masterpiece has become Frank Gehry’s second icon in Spain after Bilbao’s Guggenheim Museum. More information

Rural hotel in the Ayala Valley

Los Arcos de Quejana* The Hotel-Restaurant Los Arcos de Quejana is a recently-restored 17th century mansion house in a beautiful setting with gardens, orchards, terrace and car park. Located between Bilbao and Vitoria. More information.

Hotel in the Rioja Alavesa

Hotel Marixa*** The hotel, situated opposite the Laguardia medieval city walls, boasts fantastic views of the Ebro valley and the surrounding vineyards. A great base for those looking to go on wine tours, the intimate and welcoming hotel offers 10 comfortable rooms, fully renovated in 2006 and a well-known restaurant. More information.

Original hotel in the centre of Vitoria-Gasteiz

Hotel Dato** Hotel Dato is a symbol in the city of Vitoria. The Hotel is a little museum where the art and the comfort of the rooms are together. Each place is a discovery of colours and shapes. More information.

Hotel in the centre of Vitoria-Gasteiz

Dato 2** This establishment is located in the heart of the city and only a stone’s throw from the touristic area of the city. A privileged location in the centre of Vitoria, with a homely atmosphere. an extension of the Hotel Dato. More information

Bed & Breakfast in the centre of Vitoria-Gasteiz

La Casa de los Arquillos Recently opened establishment situated in the historical centre of Vitoria-Gasteiz, on the second floor of a century-year-old building that combines past charm with a contemporary touch. More information

Hotel in the countryside of Alava

La Casa del Patrón** Hotel situated in the village of Murgia, next to the entrance of the Gorbeia Natural Park -the largest in the Basque country. It’s only 19 km away from Vitoria and 44 km from Bilbao. It’s a sober, elegant building dating from the early 1900s and has been thoroughly restored. More information.

Rural hotel in Urdaibai

Hotel Katxi** This distinctive rural hotel is located in the region of Urdaibai, declared a World Heritage site and Biosphere Reserve. Morga is an ideal place to go trekking. Alternatively, you can explore the coast of Bizkaia, with its coastal towns and wild beaches. More information. holidays, information, nightlife, where to stay in, hostels, tourism, where to sleep in, transport, map, accommodation, booking, sleeping, places to stay

Hotel in the Basque countryside

Hotel Convento San Roque** This 17th-century Basque convent, set on the banks of the River Cadagua, has been carefully converted into a luxury hotel that still retains much of its historic charm. Surrounded by the beautiful landscape of the Artzentales and Mena valleys. More information. holidays, information, nightlife, where to stay in, hostels, tourism, where to sleep in, transport, map, accommodation, booking, sleeping, places to stay

Hotel on the Basque Coast

Hotel Palacio Muñatones* The hotel is a listed, palatial home that dates back to the 18th century, located in the village of Muskiz, close to La Arena beach, in a beautiful, countryside, tranquil setting with ancient oak trees. More information. holidays, information, nightlife, where to stay in, hostels, tourism, where to sleep in, transport, map, accommodation, booking, sleeping, places to stay

Hotel in the centre of Mundaka

Hotel Mundaka* Very friendly and cosy hotel located in the centre of Mundaka, very close to the beach, in the middle of the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve. More information. holidays, information, nightlife, where to stay in, hostels, tourism, where to sleep in, transport, map, accommodation, booking, sleeping, places to stay

Hotel in the Bay of Biscay

Husa Bahia de Plencia*** Hotel located in the centre of Plentzia, a traditional coastal town just 25 km from Bilbao and 15 km from the airport and very close to the Plentzia beach. More information. holidays, information, nightlife, where to stay in, hostels, tourism, where to sleep in, transport, map, accommodation, booking, sleeping, places to stay

Country hotel in the Gorbeia Natural Park

Hotel Rural Etxegana** Country hotel located in the village of Zeanuri, within the Gorbeia Natural Park and near the Urkiola Natural Park. More information. holidays, information, nightlife, where to stay in, hostels, tourism, where to sleep in, transport, map, accommodation, booking, sleeping, places to stay

Rural hotel in the countryside near Bilbao

Hotel Rural Matsa**  Small rural hotel just a few kilometres from Bilbao set in the peaceful and green surroundings of the Basque countryside. More information. holidays, information, nightlife, where to stay in, hostels, tourism, where to sleep in, transport, map, accommodation, booking, sleeping, places to stay

Small hotel on the coast near Bilbao

Hotel Uribe Kosta** Small hotel located in Plentzia, next to the Cantabrian Sea, near Bilbao. It boasts a strategic location 100 metres from the metro station that takes you to the centre of Bilbao. More information. holidays, information, nightlife, where to stay in, hostels, tourism, where to sleep in, transport, map, accommodation, booking, sleeping, places to stay

Rural hotel in the Basque countryside

Hotel Amalurra Rural hotel and hostel offering charming accommodation in stunning natural surroundings; warm and welcoming with multifunctional facilities in an area offering an array of activities and places of interest. Just a short drive to the city of Bilbao (35 km). More information. holidays, information, nightlife, where to stay in, hostels, tourism, where to sleep in, transport, map, accommodation, booking, sleeping, places to stay

Hotel in Urdaibai

Hotel Gametxo** Hotel located in the midst of the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve. Situated on a hill between the beaches of Laida and Laga, the hotel offers stunning views of the sea. More information. holidays, information, nightlife, where to stay in, hostels, tourism, where to sleep in, transport, map, accommodation, booking, sleeping, places to stay

Luxury hotel in Getxo

Hotel Ercilla Embarcadero**** Old Basque house on the promenade of Getxo, just 15 minutes from Bilbao. More information. holidays, information, nightlife, where to stay in, hostels, tourism, where to sleep in, transport, map, accommodation, booking, sleeping, places to stay

Hotel in the Bay of Biscay

Hotel Arresi** With a beautiful, quiet setting on a hill in the pretty, little fishing village of Armintza, this charming hotel has stunning views out over the Bay of Biscay. More information. holidays, information, nightlife, where to stay in, hostels, tourism, where to sleep in, transport, map, accommodation, booking, sleeping, places to stay