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Hotel Carlton vs Hesperia Bilbao

Both hotels are recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Carlton Hotel is the choice of most writers compared to NH Collection Ria de Bilbao. Carlton Hotel comes in at 88 with accolades from 9 sources like Concierge, Oyster and Frommer's.

Hotel Carlton
Hotel Carlton
8 / 10
Plaza de Federico Moyua 2, 48009 Bilbao
From $70 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
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Concierge Concierge
"Even basic double rooms (there are 135, along with seven suites) are spacious and elegant, with sumptuous chairs and sofas upholstered in silky striped fabrics."
Fodor's Fodor's
"This illustrious hotel exudes old-world grace and charm along with a sense of history—which it has aplenty." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"This luxury hotel, with a domed stained-glass ceiling, is one of the landmarks of Bilbao."
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"The grande dame of Bilbao’s hotels, built in 1919 and still an atmospheric place to stay, with its abundant marble and dramatic stained-glass cupola."
Star Service Star Service
"It has a blossoming design aesthetic that puts it in the top ranks for both business and leisure travelers. " Full review
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Hesperia Bilbao
Hesperia Bilbao
7 / 10
Campo Volantin 28, 48007 Bilbao
From $82 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Concierge Concierge
"Of the two upscale modern hotels in Bilbao, the Gran Hotel Domine is certainly showier—and it does have amazing views of the Guggenheim."
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"Smart, modern riverfront hotel, in a funky, contemporary building... near the Zubizuri bridge. Rooms come with sleek, minimalist furnishings and plasmascreen TVs. Bike rental, free wi-fi and parking."
Star Service Star Service
"This strong choice is about modern touches and sleek design." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"This 151-room hotel has a playful exterior that competes with the rich architecture along Bilbao’s river promenade." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The 151-room Hotel Hesperia Bilbao is a three-and-a-half-pearl property from the NH chain situated along Bilbao's riverfront, a 10-minute walk from the Guggenheim." Full review