Melia Bilbao vs Hostal Ria de Bilbao

Melia Bilbao and Hostal Ria de Bilbao are both praised by expert writers. On balance, Melia Bilbao ranks significantly higher than Hostal Ria de Bilbao. Melia Bilbao ranks #2 in Bilbao with approval from 9 reviewers like Oyster, Fodor's and Concierge.

Melia Bilbao

Tripexpert score:

9 / 10

Location: Lehendakari Leizaola 29, 48001 Bilbao

Price:

From $89 /night

Amenities:

Pet Friendly
Bar/Lounge
Free Internet
Room Service
Shuttle Bus
Laundry Service

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Expert reviews:

Concierge

"Meliá Bilbao is a soaring, rust-hued property designed by Mexican architect Ricardo Legorreta as a tribute to the Basque sculptor Eduardo Chillida."

Request a riverside room on the seventh floor or higher.

Fodor's

"The Meliá is filled with contemporary art and a collection of Spanish ship models, including miniaturized versions of vessels constructed in the city's historic shipyards." Full review

Rough Guide

Star

"A bold, creative design inspired by Eduardo Chillida, utilizing Iranian pink marble and rusty garnet tones for the exterior, and green and white marble in the bathrooms."

Star Service

"While it remains one of the best of the midrange commercial hotels in the city, its ability to capture Bilbao's vibrancy is commendable. No one will ever call this straightforward business hotel bland." Full review

Michelin Guide