What is San Francisco like?

San Francisco is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its sightseeing tours, entertainment choices and theatres. Are you looking for San Francisco travel tips? Make sure that you visit Ensanche and Bay of Biscay while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in San Francisco?

Based on our traveller data, Axel Hotel Bilbao – Adults Only is one of the top choices for your stay in San Francisco. This hotel offers a 24-hour fitness centre and a bar. Other good options for your stay in the neighbourhood include Residencia Blas De Otero and Apartamentos Líbere Bilbao La Vieja .

How many hotels can I expect to find in San Francisco?

Expedia has 20 hotels and other accommodation options in San Francisco to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Bilbao area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in San Francisco, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available in San Francisco.

What is there to do around this Bilbao neighbourhood?

Sights like Reproductions Museum Bilbao and Bilborock can be part of your cultural tour of San Francisco. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Ensanche and Bay of Biscay are some other places worth a visit. Ribera Market, Galeria Da Vinci and Santiago Cathedral are just a few of the places to visit in and around San Francisco. While you're out sightseeing, Church of San Francisco de Asis and Arriaga Theater are a couple of additional sights to visit in Bilbao.

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Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 16 per person)

"We spent a week in the newly opened Axel Hotel in Bilbao. Our choice turned out to be perfect in every possible way. The staff in every area is outstanding, friendly, smiling, accommodating from the Reception to kitchen/bar staff, housekeeping. It is hard to name all but wanted to thank Luz for her big smile and attentiveness each morning during breakfast. She picked up on my husband’s birthday and the hotel arranged a birthday greeting and a gift that was left in our room. The breakfast is a...

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25 Feb - 26 Feb

"We had a great stay. Accommodation spot on and the breakfast was great. Didnt seem to be a good area to stay but was ok. Friendly reminders from local shop keepers to keep safe from pick pockets. Great for access to everywhere. We walked but plenty of buses. Would use again."

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20 Feb - 21 Feb

"The property is nice and clean easy check in and check out but the AC was broken and with the high temperature was a terrible stay. We call but no solution "

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24 Feb - 25 Feb

"We were there for three nights, it was very nice, good location, great for a rest and near mirador Nervion for a good walk. Good food nearby. Markets available close to hotel. "

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21 Feb - 22 Feb

"The hotel is in a very tranquil, country setting but not far from Bilbao. It is an old house that has been beautifully restored in a rustic manner. The lady, who seemed to do everything, was very kind and helpful. My room was clean and comfortable with a very modern shower. The evening meal and breakfast were plentiful and good quality. The only negative thing was that there was no lift and the stairs were quite steep."

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19 Feb - 20 Feb

"This is a secluded mountain location. The staff are friendly. The restaurant serves delicious food, it is a must if you are staying her to try the restaurant. There is a spa which I didn’t use. "

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13 Mar - 14 Mar

"Superb"

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24 Feb - 25 Feb

"Stunning views from our room and the staff were friendly/helpful, but the rooms and facilities felt a bit dated and could maybe do with a revamp. Dinner seemed expensive so we chose to eat elsewhere."

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21 Feb - 22 Feb

"Ideal stopover for ferry port. Staff could not have been more helpful."

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3 Mar - 4 Mar

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

"A lovely casa rural in a quiet location just off the AP68 . Very clean, stylish, comfortable and friendly. Large shower/ wet room. Easy free parking outside the hotel. Three breakfast options."

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18 Feb - 19 Feb

Seasonal outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool loungers

"Great location nice staff and camino bike stotrage"

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23 Feb - 24 Feb

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, rollaway beds

"We really enjoyed our stay as from start to finish the owner and staff were really friendly and helpful. Nothing was too much trouble for them. From getting a drink to getting around Bilbao. Amazing views and so peaceful location if you're looking for serenity and wilderness this is the place to go. We'll definitely be back!"

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18 Feb - 19 Feb

"Great experience with the family "

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23 Feb - 24 Feb

"Great apartments with the basics you need to prepare meals, dishwasher and washing machine. Extra towels, hygiene and cleaning products was provided. Only thing that was an issue was quality and range of wifi network. Was only available close to entrance. But other than that . Amazing Service provided before our late arrival. Great standard of the apparment and accessories that was provided. Walking distance beautiful Old town of Bilbao, Museums, restaurants etc."

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18 Feb - 19 Feb

"The staff weee very helpful. The room was very clean. Easy walk to the old town, bus stops etc"

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25 Feb - 26 Feb

"Outstanding room, ammenities, service and breakfast. Highly recommend "

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18 Feb - 19 Feb

Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 14 per person)

"Comfortable stay! A nice large room with a powerful shower. Great bed, quiet area. 20 min walk to city centre. "

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18 Feb - 19 Feb

"This was a very good value stay. Comfortable bed with modern decor and very clean all over with a cosy double room. Would highly recommend if you are looking to be in Bilbao or prior to ferry crossings. "

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24 Feb - 25 Feb

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

"We enjoyed this hotel. However there is no AC in the room in h the hot July weather. The walls are thin and we could hear our neighbour’s snore! But the hotel is conveniently located and clean."

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18 Feb - 19 Feb

"Well placed near the old town and metro. Clean, efficient service, good breakfast. Good deal."

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9 Mar - 10 Mar

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Bilbao City Centre

7 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

4.5/5(33 area reviews)

Bilbao City Centre is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like Plaza Moyua and Gran Casino Bilbao. See more of Bilbao by jumping on the metro at Moyua Station or Abando Station.