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Carlton Hotel

5.0 of 5
Plaza de Federico Moyua 2, 48009 Bilbao, Spain
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Carlton Hotel
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Washington DC, District of Columbia
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19 reviews 19 reviews
11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2013 NEW

This was a fine place to wrap up a three-week trip. It is well located and is walking distance from good restaurants, the Guggenheim Museum and the Old City. The room was quiet, the bed comfortable, and the bathroom had double sinks. Most of all, the hotel staff was friendly and helpful, recommending very good restaurants for dinner. We had... More

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Belfast
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15 reviews 15 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

Stayed at this hotel for 3 nights in April. Great rooms, lovely decor, really good size, huge bathroom with double sinks, separate toilet. Nice and cosy on what was damp and chilly weekend. Good location - equidistant to Guggenheim and old town Only downside is that breakfast is too expensive - but great coffee shops etc nearby to grab a... More

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San Francisco, California
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23 reviews 23 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

Lovely older hotel with well-provisioned rooms. Common areas a bit dated, but interesting to stroll. Rooms comfy and airy. Center of town, and 10 min. walk to the Guggenheim--which is why you are there.

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London
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5 reviews 5 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

The location close to the Guggenheim, and the very spacious rooms are the best features of this hotel. The large room (Room No 222) was spacious, comfortable and efficient. The only exception to this was the very narrow tub with shower combined. The staff were less than welcoming and for this reason I would search for another hotel when visiting... More

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New York City, New York
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38 reviews 38 reviews
11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2013

Classy hotel, amazing location, excellent staff. When I booked on booking.com I requested a room on a high floor, facing the plaza, with a balcony if possible (recommended by reviewer on tripadvisor) and that is exactly what we got. The room was absolutely beautiful and spacious. Location is perfect - a short walk to the Guggenheim and the bars with... More

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Seattle, Washington
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7 reviews 7 reviews
6 hotel reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2013

It was very convenient and cost effective to take the bus for less than 2 euros directly from the airport to the Plaza Moyua where the hotel is located. The rooms were fairly priced and spacious. The lobby sitting area is beautiful and you may have a drink there or simply relax. The staff were very welcoming. Breakfast too expensive,... More

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Seattle, WA
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12 reviews 12 reviews
12 hotel reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2013

Booked trip on Expedia, given a room facing an inside wall. No robes provided in the room. I wish that we had requested to see the room before taking it. Bilbao is a great place to visit and we had the treat of seeing an interesting processional the day before Easter.

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Hasselt, Belgium
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21 reviews 21 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 March 2013

We stayed here a couple of days during a city trip. The location is ideal for sightseeing and every important place to visit is in walking distance. The hotel itself is well equipped, big rooms, business center with PC, printer. The breakfast has everything someone needs in the morning, but the price (20€) is at the high end.

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Mexico City
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51 reviews 51 reviews
21 hotel reviews
Reviews in 36 cities Reviews in 36 cities
31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 February 2013

This is a great hotel with an excellent service in a perfect location. A classic in Bilbao. The location can hardly be better, in the best street in Bilbao, with lots of shops and restaurants around and at a walking distance to the old town, Guggenheim, etc.

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Madrid, Spain
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12 reviews 12 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 February 2013

Although it is a 5 starts hotel it is an old one. The quality of the sleep is quite good, not many noises With a spaceful room and bathroom. I really don't like the decoration at all, it is clear that the hotel did not change the decoration in more than 10 years, but this is just a personal likes... More

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Also Known As:
Carlton Hotel Bilbao
Address: Plaza de Federico Moyua 2, 48009 Bilbao, Spain
Region: Spain > Basque Country > Vizcaya Province > Bilbao
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Centre Fitness Centre Restaurant Room Service Shuttle Bus service Suites
Hotel Style:
#3 Business Hotels in Bilbao
#3 Family Hotels in Bilbao
#5 Luxury Hotels in Bilbao
#6 Romantic Hotels in Bilbao
Price range (per night): 141 AUD - 220 AUD
Hotel Class:5 star (5*)
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