Petit Palace Arana

3.0 star property
3-star Edwardian hotel near San Nicolas Church

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Quadruple Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Interior
Reception
Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 15 per person)
Front of property - evening/night

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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C/ Bidebarrieta, 2, (en frente del teatro Arriaga), Bilbao, Vizcaya, 48005
  • Place, Plaza Nueva
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santiago Cathedral
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bilbao (BIO)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

Quadruple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

Superior Double Room, City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Triple Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Basic Single Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Basic Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 139 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Bilbao

Heart of Bilbao.With a stay at this Bilbao City Centre hotel, you'll be steps from Plaza Nueva and San Nicolas Church. Santiago Cathedral and Museum of Archaeology Bizkaya are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Plaza Nueva - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Santiago Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bilbao Fine Arts Museum - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Guggenheim Museum Bilbao - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • San Mames Stadium - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Arriga Tram Stop - 1 min walk
  • Bilbao (YJI-Bilbao-Abando Train Station) - 5 min walk
  • Bilbao Airport (BIO) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Olla - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Buga Ramen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪El Tilo - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kapikna - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Zuga - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Petit Palace Arana

3-star Edwardian hotel near San Nicolas Church
Petit Palace Arana offers its guests multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services. Public spaces have free WiFi. The business-friendly Petit Palace Arana also features laundry facilities, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a front-desk safe.

This Edwardian Bilbao hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 64 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Built in 1909
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Petit Palace Arana offers 64 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Smart televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Bilbao hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between June 28 and July 31.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 25 per accommodation, per stay
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 15 for adults and EUR 15 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 18.50 per day (2625 ft away)
  • Pet fee: EUR 25 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

This property offers central heating or air conditioning, depending on the season.

We should mention

  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Children 2 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • To adhere to national/local laws, air conditioning may be restricted to certain hours from 01 July to 31 August.

Property is also known as

Petit Arana
Petit Palace Arana
Petit Palace Arana Bilbao
Petit Palace Arana Hotel
Petit Palace Arana Hotel Bilbao
Petit Palace Arana Hotel
Petit Palace Arana Bilbao
Petit Palace Arana Hotel Bilbao

Frequently asked questions

How close is Petit Palace Arana to the airport?

Petit Palace Arana is 7.9 mi (19-min drive) away from the Bilbao Airport (BIO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Petit Palace Arana?

As of Oct 12, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Petit Palace Arana on Nov 12, 2025 start from $101.46, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Petit Palace Arana have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Petit Palace Arana.

How close is Petit Palace Arana to the beach?

This hotel is 7.1 mi (19-min drive) from Solarium-Zona de Pesca Los Cargaderos and 8.1 mi (18-min drive) from Playa de la Bola. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Petit Palace Arana offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Petit Palace Arana, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 15 for adults and EUR 15 for children. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Petit Palace Arana?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Gran Casino Bilbao (10-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Petit Palace Arana?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Petit Palace Arana?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Petit Palace Arana have a pool?

Petit Palace Arana does not have a pool.

Does Petit Palace Arana have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Petit Palace Arana to downtown Bilbao?

Petit Palace Arana is 0.6 mi away from Bilbao.

Reviews

Petit Palace Arana Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 335 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 433 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 170 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1004 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Korie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good location and staff was great with great recommendations for local food and activity
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shiovaun

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Convenient comfy and friendly staff!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jhoan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfectly situated historic hotel in the historic part of Bilbao. Absolutely loved it. We'll stay again. It's very conveniently located for our purposes, with a great staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Fleur

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ashley

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Marian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Property has nice features with exposed brick and old beams. Central location, but bring your earplugs if you want to sleep. Lovely bathroom but sparse looking bedroom with small paper cups and bathrobes that were too small, and only one size available. Colour scheme in the bedroom of black, white and dark grey curtains makes it all very sombre looking. Breakfast just about adequate with limited variety. Overall, the price we paid was far too much for what we got. Presume one is paying through rhe nose for the location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

judy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, perfectly located for the old town, eating options, transport links and getting about
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nadia at front desk was incredibly kind, helpful, knowledgeable and insightful! She recommended lots of itineraries and great restaurants. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was very grateful that the hotel was able to store my luggage when the room was not ready on day 1 and at the end of my stay. However, as a paying guest/customer, I was very surprised that I was not allowed to use the toilet facilities when I returned to collect my luggage.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David, Albany

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was comfortable, clean, with a friendly helpful staff. We were able to walk to everywhere we wanted to. Great location!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

RUPAM RAJKUMAR

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Gourav Kumar

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Overall it is a good econnootel for stay at Bilbao

Hotel is centrally located well connected by all the means of transportations. Cleanliness was good. Bathroom is very small. Breakfast quality was good. No room service was available.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

PEDRO

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

christine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful boutique hotel!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect position for the riverside, public transport, many local attractions and shops and cafes. The staff were very professional and friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La ubicación es excelente
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025