What is San Francisco like?

San Francisco is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its sightseeing tours, entertainment choices and theatres. Are you looking for San Francisco travel tips? Make sure that you visit Ensanche and Bay of Biscay while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in San Francisco?

Based on our traveller data, Axel Hotel Bilbao – Adults Only is one of the top choices for your stay in San Francisco. This hotel offers a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. Another good option for your stay in the neighbourhood is Residencia Universitaria Resa Blas de Otero .

How many hotels can I expect to find in San Francisco?

If you're searching for places to stay in Bilbao, choose from one of Expedia's 12 hotels and other accommodation options in San Francisco.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in San Francisco, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available in San Francisco.

What is there to do around this Bilbao neighbourhood?

Sights like Bilborock and Reproductions Museum Bilbao can be part of your cultural tour of San Francisco. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Ensanche and Bay of Biscay are some other places worth a visit. Ribera Market, Galeria Da Vinci and Arriaga Theater are just a few of the places to visit in and around San Francisco. While you're out sightseeing, San Anton Bridge and Gran Casino Bilbao are a couple of additional sights to visit in Bilbao.

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1. Axel Hotel Bilbao – Adults Only

San Francisco

JESUS ANTONIO

includes taxes & fees

8 Dec - 9 Dec

A modern meeting room with a white table, blue chairs, a geometric wall design, and a large window.

2. Residencia Universitaria Resa Blas de Otero

San Francisco

Samuel

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 Nov

A modern living room with a dining table, chairs, a sofa, a TV, and large windows with curtains.

3. Apartamentos Líbere Bilbao La Vieja

San Francisco

Kimberly

includes taxes & fees

2 Dec - 3 Dec

A modern room with a large window, a sofa, a lamp, and a small table with a cup and a book.

4. Hesperia Bilbao

Castaños, 1.3 km from San Francisco

Joan

includes taxes & fees

30 Nov - 1 Dec

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a mirror, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

5. Hotel Sercotel Coliseo

Abando, 0.5 km from San Francisco

Michelle

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A hotel with a classic architectural style, featuring a prominent dome and a statue on top.

6. NYX Hotel Bilbao by Leonardo Hotels

Bilbao Old Town, 0.5 km from San Francisco

Nicky

includes taxes & fees

1 Dec - 2 Dec

A room with a large window, a bed, and a view of an arched doorway leading to an outdoor area.

7. Hotel Tayko Bilbao

Bilbao Old Town, 0.2 km from San Francisco

JKds

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A dining area with a table set for breakfast, a view of the opera house, and a balcony with plants.

8. The Artist Grand Hotel of Art

Abando, 1.3 km from San Francisco

Juan

includes taxes & fees

8 Dec - 9 Dec

A modern restaurant with round tables and cushioned seating, a wine cellar in the background, and a glass partition separating the dining area from the rest of the space.

9. Barceló Bilbao Nervión

Castaños, 1 km from San Francisco

FRANCISCO

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A hotel interior with a grand staircase, a reception area, and a view of the outside building.

10. Mercure Bilbao Jardines De Albia

Abando, 0.9 km from San Francisco

Peter

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A modern bar area with seating and a view of the street outside.

11. Catalonia Gran Vía Bilbao

Indautxu, 1.4 km from San Francisco

Michael

includes taxes & fees

14 Nov - 15 Nov

An outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, overlooking a river and a bridge.

12. Hotel Vincci Consulado De Bilbao

Abando, 1.3 km from San Francisco

Raul

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a central seating area with sofas and chairs.

13. Hotel ILUNION Abando Bilbao

Abando, 0.7 km from San Francisco

Lya Mata

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A spacious lobby with large windows, modern furniture, and unique lighting fixtures.

14. Spirit Hotel Gran Bilbao

Santutxu, 1.1 km from San Francisco

Minerva

includes taxes & fees

10 Dec - 11 Dec

A hotel named 'Sercotel Ayala' with a modern interior visible through the glass facade, including seating areas and a reception desk.

15. Sercotel Ayala Bilbao

Abando, 0.5 km from San Francisco

Kathleen

includes taxes & fees

8 Dec - 9 Dec

A person sitting at a table with a sandwich and a drink, with a plant and a red wall in the background.

16. ibis Bilbao Centro

Indautxu, 0.6 km from San Francisco

jose

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A spacious bar area with a high ceiling and skylights, surrounded by seating and a bar counter with stools.

17. Eurostars Indautxu

Indautxu, 0.9 km from San Francisco

Ana

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A modern hotel facade with large windows, a visible entrance, and a sign reading "MIROHOTEL".

18. Hotel Miro

Abando, 1.3 km from San Francisco

David

includes taxes & fees

8 Dec - 9 Dec

A rooftop terrace with a pool, seating area, and city views at dusk.

19. Radisson Collection Bilbao

Abando, 0.6 km from San Francisco

Alex

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a clear glass display case filled with plush toys, a reception desk, and a ceiling with a unique, artistic design.

20. Hotel ILUNION Bilbao

Indautxu, 1.6 km from San Francisco

Vanessa

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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Compare popular hotels in San Francisco

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Axel Hotel Bilbao – Adults Only	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 455 reviews	View
Residencia Universitaria Resa Blas de Otero	2.0 star property	7.4 Good 371 reviews	View
Apartamentos Líbere Bilbao La Vieja	3.0 star property	7.2 Good 40 reviews	View
Hotel Tayko Bilbao	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
The Artist Grand Hotel of Art	5.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 1,010 reviews	View

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