Experience the charm of Sercotel Ayala Bilbao, an upscale hotel in a prime location near Guggenheim Museum Bilbao and San Mames Stadium. Relax by the fireplace, browse through books in the library, or get some work done at coworking spaces. Guests rave about its central location and helpful staff.
Bilbao (YJI-Bilbao-Abando Train Station) - 4 min walk
Bilbao Zabalburu Station - 8 min walk
Abando Station - 3 min walk
Abando Tram Stop - 4 min walk
Moyua Station - 6 min walk
Restaurants
NKO Eneko Restaurant - 3 min walk
Arrese - 3 min walk
McDonald's - 2 min walk
Monterrey - 3 min walk
Bilbao Berria - 4 min walk
About this property
Sercotel Ayala Bilbao
At Sercotel Ayala Bilbao, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of San Mames Stadium and Guggenheim Museum Bilbao. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and central location. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Abando Station is 3 minutes and Abando Tram Stop is 4 minutes.
Languages
English, French, Spanish
More about this property
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At a glance
Hotel size
61 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Check-out time is noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum guest age is 18
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 1 total, up to 44 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
Offsite parking within 492 ft (EUR 20 per day); discounts available
Other information
Smoke-free property
Caters to adults only
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Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 15 per person
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 20 per pet, per day
Parking
Parking is available nearby and costs EUR 20 per day (492 ft away; open 24 hours)
Parking height restrictions apply
Policies
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates).
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
Also known as
Sercotel Ayala Bilbao Hotel
Sercotel Ayala Bilbao Bilbao
Sercotel Ayala Bilbao Hotel Bilbao
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Frequently asked questions
Does Sercotel Ayala Bilbao offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Sercotel Ayala Bilbao does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Sercotel Ayala Bilbao?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 44 lbs per pet. There's a charge of EUR 20 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Sercotel Ayala Bilbao?
No, unfortunately, but there's discounted parking nearby.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sercotel Ayala Bilbao?
Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out is available.
Is there an onsite casino at Sercotel Ayala Bilbao?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Gran Casino Bilbao (2-min walk) is nearby.
What's the area around Sercotel Ayala Bilbao like?
Sercotel Ayala Bilbao is in Bilbao City Centre, a short 3-minute walk from Abando Station and 20 minutes' walk from San Mames Stadium. Travelers say the local area is good for shopping and very central.
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Sercotel Ayala Bilbao Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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What guests liked
Breakfast was very good quality with a good selection and friendly service. (13 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
May 30, 2025
Our stay here was fantastic. The location, the staff the rooms and the cleanliness were exceptional. They also made my husband’s 60th birthday an unforgettable one with their own personal touch!
Nicole
Nicole, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 17, 2025
Excellent
Second time staying here. Asked for the same room, 606, as it was very quiet last time. 606 ready when we arrived. Receptionist sorted the AC to maximise cooling.
Modern, clean, a fridge and a safe.
Great location.
We will definitely be back!
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 15, 2025
Fantastic hotel .very clean and in a good central location. Only issue we had was the window wouldn't shut properly which meant you could hear the traffic at night .we reported the issue which was not fixed but the hotel did move us to another room.would recommended this hotel
Gillian
Gillian, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 5, 2025
Value for the money
Very nice and friendly staff, good service. Good and extensive breakfast. Recommended.
Magnus
Magnus, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 17, 2025
Great place..very clean and friendly staff..right in the middle of town .easy to walk everywhere
gordon hugh
gordon hugh, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 17, 2025
I really enjoyed staying at this hotel. Everything was great.
John
John, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 6, 2024
Great breakfast!
Christina
Christina, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 22, 2024
Great location
Monica
Monica, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 21, 2024
Great Location, comfortable no frills
The staff were very helpful with restaurant recommendations & directions. It’s right in centre of things so great for exploring. Clean & comfortable no frills hotel.
Catherine
Catherine, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 21, 2025
3 star hotel, it would get a 5.
Everything was OK. Felt more like a 3 star hotel than a 4 star.
Bert
Bert, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 25, 2024
We enjoyed our stay - great location and the hotel had everything we needed, it was clean and well maintained!
Julia
Julia, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 10, 2024
This was a great hotel! Very clean and quiet and walking distance to many of the main sites.
Anne
Anne, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 19, 2024
Very good hotel, modern and spacious and in walking distance of all shops
Hannerieke
Hannerieke, 5-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 23, 2024
comfortable and friendly hotel convenient for the city centre.
Stephen
Stephen, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 19, 2024
Great hotel in a central position. Staff were friendly and helpful. The rooms were clean and comfortable, would recommend.
David Timothy
David Timothy, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 27, 2024
This is a good business hotel. No real amenities, gym/bar etc but perfect location and really quiet and clean rooms. Would choose this hotel again if I travelled to Bilbao
Paul
Paul, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 12, 2024
Nice clean rooms
Bruce
Bruce, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 29, 2024
We enjoyed the stay a lot - the hotel is very comfortable and convenient for both the train station and the city centre. The staff were friendly and accommodating. Good breakfast with very nice coffee.
Monika
Monika, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 14, 2024
Nice hotel
This is a very nice hotel situated close to everything interesting in Bilbao. My room was small, but it was good enough for my needs and it was clean. I would definitely stay here again.
Richard
Richard, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 25, 2024
Excellent hotel. The staff is wonderful and always helpful with a smile. The room is very good. The area is perfect, close to everything
Daniel
Daniel, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 3, 2024
Tranquil for a city hotel close to all the tourist sites
Receptionists spoke mgood English and were helpful to us
Gail
Gail, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 18, 2024
Perfect
Franck Daniel
Franck Daniel, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 30, 2024
I am currently traveling around Spain staying at many hotels and the front desk staff was so far the kindest and highly professional.
Carlos
Carlos, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 15, 2025
This was my first time to Bilbao and Sercotel Ayala is a place I would return to in a heartbeat. Conveniently located, there's plenty to see within a 15 minute walk, and a multi-level shopping center just across the street is ideal to grab whatever you might need. The room was good sized, comfortable, and reasonably priced. Andrea (at the front desk) deserves special recognition for her outstanding efforts, helping with directions and giving very specific/helpful recommendations about the city and all it has to offer. There's plenty to see and do in Bilbao, and this hotel serves as a perfect "base camp" from which to explore!