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    Petit Palace Arana

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    C/ Bidebarrieta 2, 48005 Bilbao, Spain
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    4.0 1,247 reviews
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    AMENITIES
    Free Wifi
    Breakfast Buffet
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    Non-Smoking Hotel
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    3 Star accommodation
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    All reviews old town the river perfect location casco viejo tram stop top floor nice hotel walking distance bars and restaurants breakfast room tapas guggenheim museum nice room basque country hotel is located easy access city break
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    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Central friendly hotel

    Obliging and friendly staff in historic building in excellent location. The stylish accommodation is clean and room service very helpful and unintrusive. Easy to reach transport, restaurants and museums. Loved brilliant public transport into region and beaches.More

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    Response from Karmele A, Gerente at Petit Palace AranaResponded 1 week ago

    Dear Guest, On behalf of the entire Petit Palace Arana team, we would like to extend to you warm greetings. Thank you very much for taking the time to write such an amazing review of the Petit Palace Arana. It is a great pleasure to...More

    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    Location,location,location..

    This hotel is ideally located for access to all the old town has to offer and a nice riverside stroll to the Guggenheim and area. Ana in reception was wonderful. The hotel itself could use a little tlc...repair the ripped curtains, clean the windows...little things...More

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    Response from Karmele A, Gerente at Petit Palace AranaResponded 2 weeks ago

    Dear Guest, Thanks for choosing to stay with us for your trip to Bilbao and taking the time to share your rating with us. I'm pleased to hear you enjoyed our wonderful, central location and Ana took such good care of you. we are extremely...More

    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    Great Hotel

    I spent 2 nights in this hotel and have nothing to complain about. The hotel is located right in the city center of Bilbao. The staff is very welcoming and always happy to help. The room was perfectly clean and really comfortable. I definitely recommend...More

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    Response from Karmele A, Gerente at Petit Palace AranaResponded 2 weeks ago

    Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to share your wonderful feedback regarding your recent stay with us. I'm delighted you enjoyed our superb location and the team took such excellent care of you. It was great to share your review with them. It...More

    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    Charming Corner Room, Great Location

    We loved our fresh, quaint little corner room with windows facing the church and theatre. Comfy bed. Good shower. GREAT location. Only steps to the oldest part of town and wonderful meals. And only a few minutes of eye-candy-filled strolling to get to the Guggenheim,...More

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    Response from Karmele A, Gerente at Petit Palace AranaResponded 2 weeks ago

    Dear Guest, Thanks for taking the time to share your rating with as it allows us to review and improve the standards service we offer our valued guests. I'm pleased you enjoyed our central location, a short walk away from many of Bilbao's top attractions...More

    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    Convenient location

    Nice little hotel close to the old town - close to transport around town and to the airport - nice personnel - interesting breakfast choices suitable for vegetarians even vegans as oat milk is available and fresh cold pressed juices - mostly home madeMore

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    Response from Karmele A, Gerente at Petit Palace AranaResponded 2 weeks ago

    Dear guest, Many thanks for taking the time to share your kind review with everyone, we really appreciate it. I am delighted to learn that you had a pleasant time with us and that you enjoyed all that our wonderful location had to offer. Thank...More

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    The Hotel Petit Palace Arana Bilbao is a boutique hotel situated in Bidebarrieta street opposite Arriaga theater, between the old district and the Ensanche (modern distric). The Petit Palace Arana occupies an …More emblematic building dating from the nineteen century, being the oldest hotel in Bilbao. Our modern rooms feature flat screen TV (with Satellite TV), shower, air-conditioned/ heating and mini-bar. Some of the rooms have balconies. Located in the heart of the city, in the gastronomic area where you can taste the best pintxos and typical gastronomy. It is situated just few minutes from the Guggenheim Museum and the other Bilbao tourist attractions.Room types •64 stylish rooms.• Rooms: laptop, exercise bike, shower and king-size bed.•Equipped rooms for pets (bed, feeding and water bowls).•Rooms for disabled people.• Non smoking hotel Less
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    HOTEL FEATURES
    Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
    Air Conditioning
    Breakfast Available
    Concierge
    Dry Cleaning
    Laundry Service
    Minibar
    Multilingual Staff
    Non-Smoking Hotel
    Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
    Wheelchair Access
    Beachfront
    Room Service
    Restaurant
    Bar/Lounge
    Spa
    Breakfast included
    Pool
    Free Parking
    Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
    Room types
    Non-Smoking Rooms, Accessible rooms
    Hotel class
    Room types
    Non-Smoking Rooms, Accessible rooms
    Number of rooms
    64
    Price range
    US$77 - US$265 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
    Also Known As
    Petit Palace Arana Bilbao
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    Petit Palace Arana Hotel Bilbao
    Location
    Spain > Basque Country > Province of Vizcaya > Bilbao > Bilbo Zaharra
    Hotel class
    Room types
    Non-Smoking Rooms, Accessible rooms
    Number of rooms
    64
    Price range
    US$77 - US$265 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
    Also Known As
    Petit Palace Arana Bilbao
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    Petit Palace Arana Hotel Bilbao
    Location
    Spain > Basque Country > Province of Vizcaya > Bilbao > Bilbo Zaharra
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    Response from Helena A | Property representative |
    Dear Jacksmum4, We do work with a public parking, which the nearest entrance is 22m away from the hotel. The name is Parking Arenal, and you just need to bring the ticket to the reception. Once stamped, you will have a 10... More
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    Response from Helena A | Property representative |
    Good morning, First I want to thank you for your interest on the Petit Palace Arana. We can arrange some tea and coffee making facilities if you note on the reservation or you can also ask at the reservation on the... More
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    Yes, free of charge, they'll issue you with a numbered ticket and keep the case in a locked area in reception
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    Room Tips
    "Comfortable and clean"
    slade510
    1 week ago
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    "Please towels!! They took our towels (which weren't dirty) and didn't replace it."
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    "Ask for a room facing the city."
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    "Look for a room with a view of the square."
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    17 Jul 2018
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