Weather in Bilbao

Undoubtedly the best time of year to visit Bilbao is in August when the weather is hot and dry and the biggest festival of the year, Aste Nagusia, dominates the month. Several other festivals happen at this time of year too and it is the best season to hit the beach. That said, winters are rarely too cold in Bilbao, usually dropping to 5°C (41°F) at the lowest. Museums and sites of interest are open all year round and early spring is a choice time to visit if you don't like things too hot.

	Weather (day)		Temp (max day)	Wind (mph)	Humidity Pressure Visibility
Sunday	Cloudy	Cloudy skies	14 °C	6 ne	60-80% 1018 mb good
Monday	Cloudy	Cloudy skies	14 °C	7 nne	60-80% 1018 mb good
Tuesday	Cloudy	Cloudy skies	14 °C	7 nne	60-80% 1018 mb good
Wednesday	Cloudy	Cloudy skies	14 °C	7 nne	60-80% 1018 mb good
Thursday	Cloudy	Cloudy skies	14 °C	5 nne	60-80% 1018 mb good
Friday	Cloudy	Cloudy skies	14 °C	4 nne	60-80% 1018 mb good
Saturday	Cloudy	Cloudy skies	14 °C	5 n	60-80% 1018 mb good

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Iturrienea Ostatua

Iturrienea Ostatua is a pension in Bilbao's Old Town that's chock-a-block with colour and character. It has restored antique furniture throughout and great attention to detail has been paid to the decoration of the 21 bedrooms. The lovely exposed stone walls and oak beams give this place its charm and all in all, it represents very good value. In decent weather, breakfast can be served in the garden.

Miró Hotel Bilbao

Devised by famous fashion couturier, Antonio Miró, this modern boutique hotel combines functional design and personalised service to great effect. It's a tasteful establishment with great views of Bilbao, and it offers guests access to its spas and gym on a complimentary basis. There are 50 minimalistic rooms to pick from and many come with views of the Guggenheim. All, though, have large TVs, colossal beds and chic marble bathrooms.

Zabalburu

This budget offering is clean and comfortable and offers a good buffet breakfast. Situated in a fairly central location, in downtown Bilbao, there are a slew of funky rooms to choose from, all of which have been decorated to represent a different building in the city. Most points of interest are within walking distance and the hotel itself runs a photography tour of Bilbao. Other extras include bicycle rental, ironing and laundry services, TVs in rooms, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour bar. It also has a secure garage for those travelling with vehicles.

Hotel Bilbao Jardines

This pleasant, comfortable and reasonably priced 2-star hotel is located in the heart of the historical centre of Bilbao, next to the cathedral and the Arriaga Theatre. It offers good service, spectacularly clean rooms and a very relaxed ambience, so the dated quilts and covers can be easily overlooked. What's more, most rooms come with a bath and shower and have decent sized TVs. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout.

Hotel Lopez de Haro

A favourite with celebrities, up to and including the Dalai Lama, this is one of the best top-class hotels in Bilbao. You’ll find free Wi-Fi, a complimentary gym-spa, a champagne bar and an opulent selection of rooms and suites. The location, too, is handy for the city centre and the Guggenheim Museum. The staff are incredibly helpful, the breakfast is excellent and the soft drinks and chocolates in the mini-bar are included in the price.

Hotel Carlton

A favourite of Ernest Hemingway, Ava Gardner and many a bullfighter, Hotel Carlton is a Bilbao institution. It is set in a grand neoclassical building with a restaurant and a 1930s-style bar. Drenched in history (it was the Euskadi government's headquarters during the Civil War), it's a splendid and very elegant hotel. Discount prices are available online if you book well in advance.

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