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Next to the old town

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A spacious living area with a large window, a sofa, a dining table, and a potted plant.
A bedroom with a bed, a window, a radiator, and a ceiling light fixture.
A hallway with wooden flooring, a fireplace, and a ceiling with a greenish patch.
A spacious living room with hardwood flooring, a modern chandelier, a black and white patterned sofa, and a view of a balcony with a wrought iron railing.
A spacious room with a wooden dining table, chairs, and a brick wall.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Balcony
  • Free WiFi
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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Bilbo, Bizkaia
  • Place, Santiago Cathedral
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Ribera Market
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Plaza Nueva
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bilbao (BIO)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Futon

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony

About this property

Next to the old town

New stilish apartment just in front of the river and old town
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights
Please switch off the heating and leave the keys on the kitchen table
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number EBI00316
Property # 10899122
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Bilbao

Located on the waterfront, this apartment is in San Francisco, a neighbourhood in Bilbao. San Anton Bridge and Palacio de la Diputación Foral de Vizcaya are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bay of Biscay and Parkea Mendikosolo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at San Mames Stadium or Bizkaia Frontoia. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and rock climbing nearby.
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Bilbo, Bizkaia

What's nearby

  • Bilborock - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santiago Cathedral - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Ribera Market - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Plaza Nueva - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Guggenheim Museum Bilbao - 19 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Arriga Tram Stop - 4 min walk
  • Bilbao Zabalburu Station - 6 min walk
  • Bilbao (BIO) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bihotz Café - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bar Irrintzi - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Perro Chico Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Peña Athletic Casco Viejo - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ola Martin Berasategui - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Next to the old town pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Next to the old town?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Next to the old town?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Next to the old town located?

Located in San Francisco, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Ensanche and Guggenheim Museum Bilbao. Bilborock and Bay of Biscay are just steps away. Arriga Tram Stop is only a 4-minute walk and Ribera Tram Stop is 6 minutes.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

8.4/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful apartment, very conveniently located for visiting all of Bilbao's highlights. The owner responds quickly and efficiently to questions, and check-in went smoothly. Our family enjoyed staying here very much!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay experience

We had a wonderful time in Bilbao and the property was a great fit for us. The location is ideal and the place is spacious, clean and comfortable!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely time in Bilbao

We were very pleased with the property, Everything as expected. Delightful apartment that provided a platform to explore the local area.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ALEJANDRO L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent apartment in a great location near Bilbao’s old town

Our stay in this Bilbao apartment was fantastic. The location was perfect — just a short walk to the old town, with plenty of restaurants, shops, and sights nearby. The apartment itself was clean, modern, and very comfortable, with everything we needed for a relaxing visit. Communication with the host was smooth and friendly. We would gladly return on a future trip to Bilbao!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marty K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bilbao experience

Apartment was really lovely - had everything you need. Host provided some great information on the area and surroundings. Check-in was smooth- would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

John Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The apartment is indeed “next to the old town”, just 100 meters to a bridge that crosses into the old town. There is a wine shop and a bakery nearby in the street and a supermarket is close by in the old town. The fabulous La Ribera food market is also just a short walk away. The apartment has a large dining space and a well equipped modern kitchen. The bedrooms are a little small as are the 2 modern bathrooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte E.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
It would have helped to know the flat number before arrival so that we weren't waiting outside. Apart from that it was excellent.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
Lovely apartment but not the best location. Friday and Saturday night there is an after hours bar that opens from midnight until 0500. It is very loud. Close to walk to lots of things though. Need a few more wine glasses. Great response from the host.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deana W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

We (3 adult couples) loved the property. It’s with in a few meters from the old town and the market. The apartment had everything we needed. It was unusually warm weather and the two fans that were provided made it for a comfortable stay. I would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 17, 2023
Deana thank you for your comments, I’m glad you like it, I hope to see you again in bilbao. You took care of the property and i thank you
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious, clean and modern apartment

Situation is ideal for accessing the old town, but also close to up-and-coming more 'edgy' area. I would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice property.

The best of seven apartments during our visit. Newly renovated, bright and comfortable. Exceeded all expectations. Owner reached out to us for checkin in. Totally unexpected.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding Experience

Exceeded expectations! This lovely home was in the most perfect location. It was open and spacious and provided much comfort. Walking distance to access so much culture, food, shopping and bars. I will never forget this home and the wonderful owner to was so friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 11, 2024
Good morning Cheryl, thank you so much for your kind words, you are welcome at anytime, and thank you for talking care the apartment; it was a pleasure to host you and you are welcome
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lars M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great week in Bilbao

we spend one week in the apartment and enjoyed it very much. very close to the old city, lots of nice restaurants. Bilbao offers quite a wide range of activities which we used very much (museums, nearby visits and very good food). Safe parking nearby at reasonable prices. Check in very good. However one must be aware it is directly in the city with some traffic etc. => but we wanted the short ways.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bilbao San Francisco neighborhood

Overall our stay in Bilbao, despite it being short, was wonderful. Our VRBO was an excellent location, VERY walkable to NUMEROUS tourist spots and restaurants. Only complaint is it would've been nice to have shampoo/bath soap, but this was not a big deal as we did have our own. One other thing, Friday night there was quite a bit of neighborhood noise from celebrating or loud socializing outside of VRBO. ASIDE from those items, the VRBO property was nice and spacious.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A fun place to stay

Gorka's apartment was just as listed. No surprises or wide angle lenses used in the photos. He supplied us with an extensive list of local eateries (especially Perro Chico for the best beer of our trip!), shops and other options. When, after we checked out, he notified us about a pair of eyeglasses left behind and is sending them to us in the US! Great service from a great guy! If we return to Bilbao, we will stay there again, even if we need to adjust our dates.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Tony M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

VRBO stay in the San Francisco area of Bilbao Spain.

Very nice apartment, but the immediate area is a little sketchy late at nights on the weekend. Directly across the street is an after hour bar open from midnight - 5 am that had disturbing activities going on outside our windows directly below our windows. We had to close our windows and avoid being seen. It is a half block from the river so a short walk to a better part of town. When we arrived and our husbands parked the car at the train station parking lot, we had multiple people come tell us to not stand outside our VRBO waiting for check in with our luggage and helped us get inside the lobby until we could get into the apartment. My recommendation is to google the safety of the district you are staying in.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Josefina T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Cute place with character

The place was great. There is no central A/C so It got a bit humid indoors. Also there is no dryer for clothing and no tv in living area. We travelled with a family so tv in family room would have been nice for kids at end of the day. The area whwre condo is at, is near old town. It is a bit loud ar night and diety outdoors but it is centrally located which is nice. Back room is quiet, but room next to front of street gets more noise. My mother in law had a hard time sleeping. Overall owners had great suggestion list, it was clean and roomy and beds comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Joy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We adored Bilbao and the surrounding ethnically diverse and vibrant neighborhood while staying in this clean, bright apartment. Don't be dismayed by the initial look of the neighborhood or of the shabby stairway in need of repair, when your get up the flight of stairs (no elevator), you'll enter a really well-appointed apartment that has been renovated to a high standard. The kitchen is beautifully modern and functional (wish I had one like it at home) and both bathrooms are marble with rain head showers ( be sure and bring a shower cap if you don't want wet hair with every shower).The 3 bedrooms are all very comfortable. But if you have light sleepers and/or children, you won't want them in the atrium bedroom on the street side of the apartment. The patrons of the pub across the street spill out on Friday and Saturday nights and are easily heard enjoying their drinks despite the double glazing. The bedrooms have minimal electrical outlets so you may want to bring a 3 outlet plug or two if you have a CPAP, phone charger or electric toothbrushes.The host is wonderfully hospitable and accommodating. He has supplied the amenities mentioned PLUS a hairdryer not listed which was available with the extra towels and blankets also provided. The linens where sparklingly clean and in good repair too.We highly recommend this host and apartment. We will be going back.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

monika k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lage ideal, leider Wochendparylärm
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Maxime H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nous n'avons pas vu l'hôte, mais une femme d'entretien, très gentille.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stefan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

eine Woche Bilbao

insgesamt sehr schön, Lage ist exzellent, Altstadt und Lokale vor der Tür, Tram auch, alle attraktiven Orte zu Fuß erreichbar. Für Leihwagen Parkplatz zu moderatem Preis wenige Schritte entfernt. Ausstattung des Appartments sehr gut. Der einzige Wermutstropfen: gegenüber ist eine Bar/Disco oder sowas, am Wochenende akustisch aufdringlich. Im vorderen Schlafzimmer dann besser Ohrenschützer mitnehmen. Der Vermieter war sehr freundlich und bemüht.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stef D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charmant appartement tout près de la vieille ville

Les plus : spacieux pour 6 adultes, très propre, assez bien équipé, dans un quartier vivant, bien situé près du vieux centre-ville. Gorka est très réactif, merci à lui ! Le moins : l'isolation n'est pas top. Le week-end, ceux qui dorment côté rue risquent d'avoir le sommeil perturbé par le bruit nocturne du bar en face.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

christine w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ein Katzensprung über den Fluss in die Altstadt

Wir waren zu 5 Erwachsenen in der Wohnung und haben uns in der geschmackvoll, minimalistisch eingerichteten Wohnung sehr wohl gefühlt. Die Betten waren bequem und alles war sehr sauber. Aber vor allem ist die Lage der Wohnung fantastisch, da wir nur über eine kurze Brücke gehen brauchten um mitten in der Altstadt zu sein. Um zum Guggenheimmuseum zu gelangen, machten wir einen herrlichen Spaziergang entlang der Flusspromenade. Dadurch bekamen wir schnell einen tollen Eindruck von der Stadt. In der näheren Umgebung der Wohnung gibt es unzählige Restaurants und Bars und auch die schöne Markthalle ist ganz in der Nähe am anderen Flussufer. Mit den zwei Badezimmern und dem schönen großen Esstisch war die Wohnung für uns sehr praktisch und bequem. Sie hat durch die edle Einrichtung viel Atmosphäre. Durch Beschreibung wird allerdings die Situation der drei Schlafzimmer nicht ganz klar. Ein Schlafzimmer mit Bad und separater Toilette liegt nach hinten raus, ist mit einer Glasabtrennung vom Rest der Wohnung getrennt und ist sehr ruhig. Die anderen beiden Schlafzimmer liegen zur Straße, die nachts laut ist, da viele Leute aus den umgebenden Restaurants und Bars noch spät hindurchgehen und auch Autos noch spät durch die schmale Straße fahren. Dafür hat man aber die tolle Lage und ist mittendrin. An unserem Wochenende fand auf der gegenüberliegenden Seite des Flusses ein großes kostenloses Bluesfestival statt. Das war wirklich großartig! See you again! Danke! Christine & Friends
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
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6/10 Okay

Marc B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Location

Nuisances

Appartement très confortable mais nuisance visuelle, mauvaise isolation de l’éclairage extérieur et pire, très mauvaise isolation sonore, prière de rue et surtout musique jusqu’à 5 heures du matin !!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Sven B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Zentrale Lage - idealer Ausgangspunkt

Absolut zentral. Großstadt-Geräusche muss man mögen - ist aber logisch in der Großstadt
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

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Hosted by Gorka Aldama

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English, Spanish
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