Ibaiondo
Bilbao
Popular places to visit
Plaza Nueva
Feast on an appetizing variety of local gourmet dishes while marveling at the architectural splendor of this popular city plaza.
Ribera Market
Bring your shopping bags for three floors of market stalls at this centuries-old fresh produce market in the city’s historical quarter.
Bilbao City Hall
Tour the interior and exterior of an architectural gem, an important government building that lies close to Bilbao's old town.
Arriaga Theater
For your evening's entertainment while in the city reserve seats for a show or play at this spectacular 19th-century theater.
Santiago Cathedral
Wander through ancient chapels, admire centuries-old religious art and visit a Gothic cloister at this important Roman Catholic building.
Plaza Miguel de Unamuno
Revel in the lively ambiance of this old town square and tour some of the notable buildings in and around it.
Things to do
Biarritz, Saint Jean De Luz & San Sebastian
The Basque Country Full-Day Tour
Bilbao: Gaztelugatxe, Bermeo, Mundaka and Gernika with Txakoli
Bizkaia Bridge, Gaztelugatxe, Bermeo and Gernika from Bilbao
Gaztelugatxe, Mundaka and Gernika Tour from Bilbao
Top hotels in Ibaiondo
NYX Hotel Bilbao by Leonardo Hotels
The hotel is in an excellent location - on the edge of old town, while still having access to car/taxi service right outside the door. The hotel lobby and room are decorated nicely with a modern, cool aesthetic. Unfortunately, the lower section of the shower needs better maintenance as the grout ...
Reviewed on 26 Oct, 2025
Axel Hotel Bilbao – Adults Only
Reception staff were excellent, Roger in particular was very helpful and knowledgeable. We chose not to have the breakfast but it looked very nice. The spa facilities and the roof top pool area were a really great added bonus.
Reviewed on 27 Oct, 2025
Radisson Collection Bilbao
Large and well designed room, central area.
Reviewed on 23 Oct, 2025
Latroupe La Granja
Excellent location with department stores nearby. Great connection via Metro from Bus Station. Lots of restaurants nearby. 10 minute walk to Old Town and about 20 minutes to Guggenheim. Very friendly staff on reception, with useful tips for eateries. The communal area on the 6th. floor is very useful ...
Reviewed on 4 Oct, 2025
Petit Palace Arana
Room was small but located in old Bilbao which is ideal. Elevators were kind of weird, probably because the building is so old. No closets, so not ideal for long stay.
Reviewed on 18 Oct, 2025
Sercotel Arenal Bilbao
Very Good!
Reviewed on 19 Oct, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Ibaiondo
Bilbao la Vieja
While visiting Bilbao la Vieja, you might make a stop by sights like Bay of Biscay and San Anton Bridge.
Santutxu
When in Santutxu and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Ribera Market or Museum of Archaeology Bizkaya and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Basarrate Station or Santutxu Station.
Zabala
While Zabala isn't home to many top sights, Ribera Market and Gran Casino Bilbao are some notable places to visit nearby.
San Francisco
You'll enjoy the bars and theatres in San Francisco. You might want to make time for a stop at Ensanche or Bay of Biscay.
Bilbao Old Town
Museums, shopping and theatres highlight some notable features of Bilbao Old Town. Make a stop by Plaza Nueva or Arriaga Theater while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Arriga Tram Stop or Casco Viejo Station to get around town.
Ametzola
While Ametzola isn't home to many top sights, Ensanche and Plaza Moyua are some notable places to visit nearby.
