Between bars, metal and art, Axel has found its new home. Located in front of the estuary and in the heart of the Old Town, this hotel is a tribute to the authentic Bilbao, where labels aren't allowed.

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Stalktous at ease

Only Adults
Muelle de la Merced, 3 · 48003 · Bilbao

RESTAURANT ⁄ ESTUARY ⁄ CULTURE ⁄ ART ⁄ ROOFTOP ⁄ SHOWS ⁄ OLD TOWN ⁄ WELLNESS ⁄ POOL ⁄ FITNESS AREA /

RESTAURANT ⁄ ESTUARY ⁄ CULTURE ⁄ ART ⁄ ROOFTOP ⁄ SHOWS ⁄ OLD TOWN ⁄ WELLNESS ⁄ POOL ⁄ FITNESS AREA /

Where elegance and audacity share a room.

A hotel without preconceptions or prejudices, where metal merges with the freedom to be whoever you want to be. Guggenheim? Nah, the real art is in our suites.

Axel Hotel Bilbao is born on the banks of the estuary, next to an old flour factory. Inspired by the Guggenheim and the artistic energy of the city, this hotel is a meeting place and creative hub for the LGBTQIA community.

A space where everything is possible. That is the leitmotif of a building with a strong industrial character and nods to Frank Gehry all over the place, materials gleaming in copper and undulating metal structures. Its large windows integrate it into a city that blends tradition, culture and cutting edge elements like no other.

Around Axel Hotel Bilbao, the most bohemian old town you can imagine, where people greet each other in the street and the owners of the pintxo bars chat at the door with the owners of the more modern bars. In the evening, the most trashy and cross-dressing queer scene in the country awaits you.

Axel Hotel Bilbao

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Axel Hotel Bilbao is opening next 30th. New stage to slay, stay and play.

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Challenging the rules  

Axel Hotel Bilbao

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Looking out over the estuary  

Bilbao's character may seem hard as steel, but deep down it is welcoming, free and transparent. Just like our rooms, which open onto the estuary through your wardrobe and blend in with the green of its waters.

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Skybar

On the rooftop, we have a solarium and a bar with bricks in reddish and pink tones, from which you can see the whole of the old town, including the estuary. Honey, we know we're in Bilbao! That's why the pool has a retractable cover, which unfolds when it's cold.

Open every day
from 12 PM to 9 PM.
Skybar menu >
Gastrobar menu >

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Groundbar & Restaurant

If you come to Bilbao, you will have to eat to your heart's content! Next to the reception you'll find a cool restaurant that is a true testament to the city itself. On one side, huge windows overlooking the estuary. On the other side, a large copper mesh through which you can see everything that goes on in the wellness area.

Breakfasts:
Monday to Friday: 7 AM to 11 AM.
Saturdays, Sundays and holidays: 8 AM to 11:30 AM.
Room service:
8 AM to 9 PM.

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Room service menu>

Schedules and menus

Wellnessclub    

Everything is in sight here: the stained glass windows, the steam, the showers and, of course, you. Relax in the sauna or jacuzzi while you watch what's going on in the restaurant or just let them watch you. Every spot is a show here, and you are part of it.

Pool:
from 10 AM to 8 PM.
Gym:
24 H.

Sauna & jacuzzi:
from 10 AM to 11 PM.
Massage service:
From 12 AM to 7 PM.
Menu of treatments and massages >
Book in advance.
Reservation subject to spa availability.

Schedules and treatments

For Your Info.

If you have any questions before or after booking, please call us:
(34) 944 779 093 or email us at:
bilbao@axelhotels.com

The hotel

Muelle de la Merced 3 · Bilbao La Vieja · 48003 · Bilbao
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How to get here?

TRAIN: Abando. Metro: Abando (L1 y L2).
TRAM: Arriaga.
Bizkaibus to the airport 10 minutes away.

Good Vibes Only.

— Diversity is sexy.
Respect everyone.

— Express yourself.
Relate without judgements.

— Ensure safety.
This is an oasis of freedom.

This place is good vibes only. If you don't show respect, you may be expelled from paradise.
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