Avenida de las Universidades, 5, Bilbao, Vizcaya, 48007
What's nearby
Bilbao Fine Arts Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Euskalduna Conference Centre and Concert Hall - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Guggenheim Museum Bilbao - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Plaza Moyua - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
San Mames Stadium - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
Getting around
Bilbao Airport (BIO) - 12 min drive
Vitoria (VIT) - 42 min drive
Bilbao (YJI-Bilbao-Abando Train Station) - 19 min walk
Bilbao-Abando Station - 19 min walk
Bilbao Zabalburu Station - 25 min walk
Abandoibarra Tram Stop - 9 min walk
Pio Baroja Tram Stop - 14 min walk
Guggenheim Tram Stop - 14 min walk
Restaurants
Amorino - 7 min walk
Bistró - 8 min walk
cokooncafe - 8 min walk
Sua San - 7 min walk
The Brown Bread Bag - Hotel Miró Breakfast - 8 min walk
About this property
Botxo Gallery - Hostel
When you stay at Botxo Gallery - Hostel, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Guggenheim Museum Bilbao and San Mames Stadium. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails. Public transportation is just a short walk: Abandoibarra Tram Stop is 9 minutes and Pio Baroja Tram Stop is 14 minutes.
Languages
English, French, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
2 rooms
Arranged over 1 level
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
No onsite parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Working away
Computer station
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Television in common areas
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Sleep well
Down comforter
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Towels
Stay connected
Laptop-friendly workspace
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Freezer
Microwave
Toaster
Cookware, dishes, and utensils
Paper towels
More
Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Shared accommodations
Cleaning supplies
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Bed sheets fee: EUR 2 per person
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Please note that this Hostel caters especially to youth, youth groups, and guests who hold the Youth Hostel Card.
Botxo Gallery - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Bilbao
Frequently asked questions
Does Botxo Gallery - Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Botxo Gallery - Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Botxo Gallery - Hostel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Botxo Gallery - Hostel?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Botxo Gallery - Hostel.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Botxo Gallery - Hostel?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Botxo Gallery - Hostel?
No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Gran Casino Bilbao (19-min walk) is nearby.
What is there to do at Botxo Gallery - Hostel and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking.
What's the area around Botxo Gallery - Hostel like?
Botxo Gallery - Hostel is a short 9-minute walk from Abandoibarra Tram Stop and 17 minutes' walk from Guggenheim Museum Bilbao.
Reviews
6.2
Good
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6.4/10
Cleanliness
7.0/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
6.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very Good
Aug 23, 2024
Stemichael
Stemichael, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
May 31, 2019
Very Broken Down
Most of the lockers were broken and you could not truly secure your belongings while you were out. The beds were not comfortable and the very limited electric receptacles were inconveniently located and ususlly being used; several of the secure charging lockers were out of order. The location is great, just across the river from the Guggenheim and reasonably walkable to other sights.
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Oct 28, 2018
This is a youth hostel and as such the youth does not clean after themselves. I guess their moms are coming by later to clean up after them. On the plus side nice staff lots of coffee and great view/location. The people here are very nice and very helpful and there is always bread to snack on.
Thatgirl
Thatgirl, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
Jul 16, 2018
Very Bad and too expensive.
The staff tried to cancel my reservation the day we arrive...
The shower were dirty, lights were missing...
I don't recommand this hostel
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 2, 2018
Great hostel value and location Guggenheim Bilbao
Amazing location right across river from Guggenheim Bilbao! Elevator to top of bridge across river with views omMuseum an sculptures outside
Great value. Dorms old, cubby lock tabs too small for regular combination lock so they sold me one
Great vibe
Thomas
Thomas, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
Oct 1, 2017
A 3rd world prison is cleaner
The location is pretty good, that all can I say good about the hostel.
The showers were super dirty, the staff was away severa times, this mean no control of people coming in, the lockers for lougage does not work, the room small terrible because most of the blankets small funny.
jack
jack, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jul 30, 2017
Centre of Bilbao
Opposite Guggenheim Museum
The crepe shop nearby is great, ask to play the guitar!
Chris
Chris, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 25, 2017
Great place, great view
Very clean and conveniently located
Rolando
Rolando, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Feb 19, 2017
Conveniently Located Hostel
I stayed at Botxo Gallery for one night to attend the Art After Dark event at the Guggeinheim. The hostel is very conveniently located (10 min walk away from the museum). Because there were so many people in the room, my group found that the room came with a slight smell. Other than that, the hostel was clean.
Other things to note: lockers available, bathrooms and rooms are coed, simple breakfast included.
Verified traveler
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 4, 2016
Right next to the museum
Very accessible to city center and right next to the Guggenheim museum
Verified traveler
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 5, 2015
Yiu Keung
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Oct 14, 2015
not bad
not too shabby
B D
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
Jul 30, 2015
Adequate
The hostel was adequate. Liveable and seemed to be cleaned only once a day. The staff was adequate also.
Verified traveler
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
Jun 15, 2015
Grim
Staff were friendly, not on site overnight though. There are two big dorm rooms with triple deck bunk-beds. In desperate need of a make over. Website pictures are not an accurate reflection. If you're looking purely for a bed for the night and cost is your only consideration then this is a decent option. I'd suggest spending a few quid extra a night and getting a significant upgrade. The rooms are dirty, the mattresses pretty ripe and you are crammed in, now know what submariners feel like. I have hostelled it before, this is up there with the worst of them
Mark
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
May 14, 2015
A real nightmare & ripped off. Dont ever stay in.
Place was crowded no beds avail at check in, too noisy, nobody to complaint or to answer questions, thats what I call a real ripped off. Had to booked for other hotel to spend the night. Price was like 3 or 4 stars hotel 109.00 eu. Per night. i rather stay outside street than stay in Botxo hostel. Why Hotels.com offer that kind of place? did not call hotel.com that night because too tire & to not mess up the vacation. Never stayed & got charge anyway without spend the night there.
Daniel
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 4, 2014
Good hostel, close to everything!
This hostel is a great place to stay if you are looking for budget accomodation, proximity to city and points of interest, and a communal, hostel experience.
We stayed here four days in october and really appreciated the helpful people working there and the open kitchen with place to keep and prepare our own food. Bread and coffee were available throughout the day and we also appreciated that.
The rooms are dorms. You have to clean up after yourself and be considerate of others as there is not a lot of private space. Even the bothroom is communal.
If you are looking for concierge service and housekeeping, do not stay here!
Rachel
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
Aug 13, 2014
Verified traveler
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
Jun 17, 2014
Horrible - charged me but did not provide bed
I informed them by email that I was going to arrive late, they responded that they would leave my information for me. I arrived and used the code to enter, but there was no information for me regarding my room and bunk #. There was info for another person, but not for me. I had no way of knowing which room or bunk I was to use. I had to use internet to search for somewhere else to stay that had 24 hr reception. I then had to walk for an hour and a half to reach it, as well as pay a large amount of money for the room. I contacted the hostel to inform them that they had not provided my information, but they haven't responded.