Catalonia Gran Via Bilbao, Bilbao

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Elegant and centrally located hotel with a swimming pool, spa area, and a gastro bar

Overview

The Catalonia Gran Vía Bilbao hotel has 106 modern and comfortable rooms, a wellness and spa area, a fitness center, an outdoor pool, meeting rooms, and a car park. The hotel's gastro bar serves a great selection of wines and traditional cuisine, while the buffet breakfast offers a wide variety of hot dishes, pastries, fruits, and more. Situated on the Gran Vía, guests can easily explore Bilbao's famous attractions, including the Guggenheim Museum and the Euskalduna Conference Centre.

Kimkim's Take

Ash
Ash Merscher kimkim staff
Based on kimkim staff visit, May 2023 (Learn more)
Pros
  • You'll stay in a prime location in the city center, near the best shops, restaurants, and attractions in Bilbao.
  • The hotel has a variety of amenities, including a wellness and spa area, fitness room, outdoor swimming pool and terrace, and meeting rooms.
  • The buffet breakfast offers a wide and varied selection of hot and cold dishes, including a diet and coeliac corner.
  • Families will enjoy this hotel, with its outdoor pool and rooms with bunk beds.
Cons
  • Some rooms face the busy avenue, so they could get noisy.

Authenticity

Catalonia Gran Vía Bilbao, a four-star hotel that opened in 2021, is located on Gran Vía Don Diego López de Haro, an elegant and stately avenue reflecting the city's rich history. The hotel's surrounding area, the Ensanche de Abando neighborhood, has beautiful 19th-century buildings and is a hub for shopping and gastronomic culture, giving you a true taste of Bilbao's vibrant lifestyle.

Location

The hotel enjoys a privileged location in the heart of Bilbao, opposite Doña Casilda Park, and within close proximity to popular attractions such as the Guggenheim Museum and the Euskalduna Conference Center. The Gran Vía, a promenade with a high concentration of shops, exhibition centers, cultural halls, and restaurants, is just steps away from your hotel. 

Rooms & Bathrooms

Catalonia Gran Vía Bilbao offers 106 comfortable and well-appointed rooms, including double rooms, superior rooms with balconies, premium rooms, junior suites, family rooms, and deluxe terrace suites. Each room is styled with an elegant vibe yet offers a warm and inviting atmosphere. Suites feature more space and seating areas, while family rooms have fun bunk beds.

Amenities

The hotel is equipped with numerous amenities to enhance your stay. Indulge in the wellness area featuring a sauna, steam bath, pool with water jets, relaxation area with sun loungers, and massage cabins with electric tables. Maintain your fitness regime in the state-of-the-art fitness center, or take a refreshing dip in the outdoor rooftop pool while soaking up the sun. 

Family-Friendliness

Catalonia Gran Vía Bilbao welcomes children of any age; even those under 12 can stay for free. Family rooms are available, but you won't find any special amenities for kids. 

Other Highlights

Catalonia Gran Vía Bilbao also offers a sleek and modern gastro bar serving Basque and Catalan-inspired dishes. You can come here to enjoy traditional cuisine, wines, and pintxos.

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Hotel Information

Hotel stars icon 4-star Hotel
Hotel phone icon +34 944 007 946
Hotel address icon Gran Vía Don Diego López de Haro, 73

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Hotel Information

Hotel stars icon 4-star Hotel
Hotel phone icon +34 944 007 946
Hotel address icon Gran Vía Don Diego López de Haro, 73