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Hostal Ganbara

Property class: 2
Hostel near Guggenheim Museum Bilbao in Bilbao

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A modern interior with a sofa, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.
A modern interior with a sofa, a table with a vase, and a person working at a desk.
A modern interior with large windows, multiple tables, and pendant lighting.
A modern kitchen with wooden accents, a green accent wall, and a view into the dining area.
A building with a sign reading 'GANBARAHOSTEL' and a Heineken banner.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Prim Kalea, 13, Bilbao, Basque Country, 48006
  • Place, Plaza Nueva
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Santiago Cathedral
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Ribera Market
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bilbao (BIO)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom

A neatly made bed with white linens and a folded towel on top.

Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Private Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bathroom with green tiles, a white sink, a trash bin, and a set of lockers.

Shared Dormitory, Private Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bathroom with green tiles, a white toilet, a sink, and a mirror.

Room of 6 with Bathroom

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

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Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board (on request)

Room of 8 with Bathroom

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk room with three beds, a door leading outside, and a window.

Room of 4

  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Bilbao

Bilbao City Centre stay.A stay at this Bilbao City Centre hostel places you steps from Museum of Passages of Bilbao and within a 5-minute walk of Basque Museum of Bilbao. Studio Arte Marquesteria and Plaza Miguel de Unamuno are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Plaza Miguel de Unamuno - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Plaza Nueva - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Santiago Cathedral - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Ribera Market - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Arriaga Theater - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Casco Viejo Station - 5 min walk
  • Bilbao (YJI-Bilbao-Abando Train Station) - 12 min walk
  • Bilbao Airport (BIO) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Bar Bilbao - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪La Olla - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Zuga - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪El Globo - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Melilla Y Fez - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Hostal Ganbara

Hostel near Guggenheim Museum Bilbao in Bilbao
As a guest of Hostal Ganbara, you'll find a vending machine, express check-in, and express check-out. Public spaces have free WiFi.

This Bilbao hostel is smoke free.

  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Pool or billiards table
  • No smoking on site
Hostal Ganbara offers 13 accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and blackout drapes/curtains. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves.

Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers. This Bilbao hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Shower

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions; access will be through a private entrance
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from May 12 2026 to December 31 2027 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 17 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 17 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Towels fee: EUR 2 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
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, debit cards, and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. No onsite parking is available. 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 Visa, Mastercard, mobile payments, Google Pay, and Apple Pay. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number BBI00004

We should mention

  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Children 17 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

Property is also known as

Ganbara Hostel Bilbao
Ganbara Bilbao
Ganbara Hostel Bilbao
Ganbara Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Ganbara Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Bilbao

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hostal Ganbara to the airport?

Hostal Ganbara is 8.8 mi (21-min drive) away from the Bilbao Airport (BIO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Hostal Ganbara have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hostal Ganbara.

How close is Hostal Ganbara to the beach?

This hostel is 9.7 mi (23-min drive) from Solarium-Zona de Pesca Los Cargaderos and 12 mi (24-min drive) from Playa de la Bola. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hostal Ganbara offer free breakfast?

Hostal Ganbara does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Hostal Ganbara?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Gran Casino Bilbao (17-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Hostal Ganbara?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Hostal Ganbara?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Hostal Ganbara have a pool?

Hostal Ganbara does not have a pool.

Does Hostal Ganbara have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Hostal Ganbara to downtown Bilbao?

Hostal Ganbara is 0.9 mi away from Bilbao.

Hostal Ganbara Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 26 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and safe. I had a lot of communications with the staff ahead of my trip, and they were swift to respond and very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Soenke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and cozy. Close to old town, but quiet. Can fully recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Sasha

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
The tablet was extremely difficult to use and we had to call in for help multiple times.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Tomas

Fatal
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Mercedes

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiero el reembolso íntegro de la reserva, ya que no nos ofrecieron el servicio, además según el establecimiento, a la hora de realizar la reserva ellos ya no tenían disponibilidad y nos dejaron en la calle además de tratarnos de forma inadecuada y no ofrecer solución alguna. Además, quiero poner una reclamación formal, ya que nos ocasionó un trastorno importante.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Alexander

Vi
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Muy buena estancia, especialmente para jóvenes. Ambiente muy bueno y cerca de todo. El personal muy amable
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

JOSE

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Albergue

Bien y poder descansar
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Geraldine

Liked: Staff & service

Des améliorations à effectuer

Beaucoup de bruit à cause des portes et des sanitaires. Sanitaires en partie défectueux...peut mieux faire... Emplacement idéal pour visiter Bilbao à pieds. Difficilement accessible en voiture.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

IVAN

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

No volveré

Nos tuvieron más de una hora esperando para poder entrar, la tablet para hacer el check in estaba apagada, tuvimos que llamar al teléfonoy. Os tuvieron más de una hora esperando hasta que pudimos entrar. Al día siguiente llego más gente al hostel y les pasó lo mismo, algunos 5 horas esperando para poder entra.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fung Kam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
近路邊，有些噪音，影響睡眠質素。
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rafael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Propre Excellent rapport qualité prix pour le coup. Seul hic l'enregistrement où on s'est un peu galéré mais ça s'est bien pas au final
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Nice place in Bilbao

The staff allways provided help the were very nice; metro station is 2 blocks away from the hostel. The general area needs a bit of maintenance, the couches are in bad shape. Pillows need to be replaced very soon , they are dirty and not comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Cris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Muy amable la chica de recepción, facilidades para dejar el equipaje y poder hacer uso de la zona comun
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Personal super amable desayuno fabuloso pero colchón pesimo
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Extremt lyhört och inga "regler". Att väsnas, gapa, skrika och festa till 3 på morgonen i allmänutrymmen som ett litet sällskap var inga konstigheter. Öronproppar är ett måste. Bra med gratis frukost, dock näringsfattig och bara socker i form av chokladflingor, marmelad, nutella och muffins.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Room comfort

객실환경 최악

반지층 4인실에 묵음.. 침대가 굉장히 노후되어 침대살을 테이프로 칭칭 묶어놓고 2층은 가드가 떨어질랑 말랑함. 바로 도로에 있는데 너무 시끄러워서 귀마개를 하고 잤어야 했음. 4인실인데 콘센트2개라서 마음껏 이용이 불가능.. 사물함 무료자물쇠는 좋았고 주방과 냉장고 라운지 이용은 편리했으며 화장실과 샤워실 청결한 편이었는데 부족해 보였음. 지하철역이 가깝긴하나 공항버스 내려서도 지하철을 타야하고 언덕가에 있어서 캐리어를 끌고 올라가기 힘들었음.. 직원들은 친절한편
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

地下鉄の駅から近くにあるホステル

地下鉄の駅の近くにあるので移動に便利。付近にはバルも多いので飲み歩きも楽しめる。ホテルの近くは比較的静か。観光スポットまで地下鉄を使えば簡単に移動できる。
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Jérôme

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Andreas

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Finn

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Edward

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Bruno

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bien placé

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tomás

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023