Derio

Travel Guide

Photo by Freddie Hoff
Photo by Freddie Hoff
Photo by Freddie Hoff
Photo by Freddie Hoff
Photo by Freddie Hoff
Less than six miles north of Bilbao you will find Derio, a quiet town of imposing buildings, magnificent sports facilities and green meadows.

Take a getaway to Derio and explore every corner of the most iconic building in the municipality, the Seminario. The construction of this peculiar building, designed as a hospital by the local architect Diego Basterra, began in 1932, but was interrupted by the war. Until the 1950s, the great structure was not completed, when it was finally used as a diocesan seminary. Today it houses a hotel, restaurants, different service companies and sports venues.

Reserve a Derio flight plus hotel package and visit two local churches. The first is the baroque church of San Cristóbal, around which the old town grew in the 10th century. Inside is an ornate font dating from 1745 and a collection of beautiful images. The second is the parish church of San Isidro, a neo-Romanesque building from 1958. This is currently considered to be the main local church.

The Vista Alegre Cemetery is another of the places of interest to include in your agenda when you search for Cheap holidays to Derio. Its architectural and heritage value make this cemetery, consecrated in 1902 and featuring up to 29 different building styles, one of the most outstanding in Spain. We strongly recommend you to take a guided tour of this extensive site.

The caseríos or traditional Basque stone farmhouses complete the list of Derio's attractions, underlining the town's rural roots. Today, two examples of these fine buildings are Gaztañaga and Gaztañaga Goikoa. The oldest is the centenary Larrabarri farmhouse, which currently serves as the town's cultural centre.

Travelling to Derio is very easy, even by plane, as the town is next to Bilbao airport. It also has a station where the Txorierri line of the Euskotren Trena train service passes through, as well as several urban and inter-urban bus stops. Take advantage of this magnificent transport offer with a Derio getaway package and leave your worries behind.

Holiday Inn Express Bilbao, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Bilbao, an IHG Hotel
3 out of 5
Zarandoa Kalea, 5, Derio, Vizcaya
The price is S$107 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
S$107
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Derio. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Very nice staff, hotel is perfect for the night before an early start. Bit of use wear of the room visible but staff was very helpful."

Reviewed on 16 Feb,2025

Holiday Inn Express Bilbao, an IHG Hotel
Hotel New Bilbao Airport
Hotel New Bilbao Airport
3 out of 5
Zarandoa Kalea, 1, Derio, Vizcaya
The price is S$105 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
S$105
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Derio. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (644 reviews)
Basque Country trip
"We were well accommodated at the Hotel New Bilbao Airport. All was wonderful. We did have to leave very early for our flight back to the US. There was no coffee machine in the room. The hotel breakfast was not available before we shuttled over to the airport. Definitely not a deal breaker, but if ..."

Reviewed on 17 Feb,2025

Hotel New Bilbao Airport
 Axel Hotel Bilbao – Adults Only
Axel Hotel Bilbao – Adults Only
4 out of 5
Mesedeetako Kaia 3, Bilbao
The price is S$85 per night from 10 Mar to 11 Mar
S$85
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Bilbao. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Guggenheim Museum Bilbao and San Mames ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (16 reviews)
"This Axel is relatively new. The rooms are well designed, the shower is very stylish. Ivan and his staff do their best to give a good client experience. Ivan checked me in and was extremely charming. There was an issue with another guest and they put things right promptly. My only little criticism ..."

Reviewed on 28 Feb,2025

Axel Hotel Bilbao – Adults Only
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Batimont Suites
Batimont Suites
4 out of 5
Colón de Larreátegui K. 13, Bilbao, Bizkaia
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Bilbao. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Guggenheim Museum Bilbao and San ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
"Downtown Bilbao, just facing a nice park. Very well located, close to all the stores, bars, metro, river. All walking distance! The building is new. Nice decoration. The suits are quite spacious. Loved it!"

Reviewed on 16 Feb,2025

Batimont Suites
Bilbao City Center by abba Suites
Bilbao City Center by abba Suites
3.5 out of 5
Calle Huertas de la Villa 15, Bilbao, Bilbao
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified aparthotel in Bilbao. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and premium TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (214 reviews)
"This was a highly functional suite with 2 TV’s, European refrigerator, dishwasher, pots, dishes, cooktop, etc. the grocery store is<2 blocks away. Front desk is not staffed 7x24, but they ordered us a cab for non-staffed hours, and it arrived right on time. Very neat and clean. Trendy contemporary ..."

Reviewed on 12 Nov,2024

Bilbao City Center by abba Suites
B48 Abando
B48 Abando
4 out of 5
Buenos Aires Kalea 15, Bilbao
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Bilbao. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Guggenheim Museum Bilbao and San ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (38 reviews)
"I really liked the location of this property. It was very convenient for my needs to be “in town”. Having entry on my phone was an added plus. Everything I needed was included. It was great!"

Reviewed on 30 Oct,2024

B48 Abando
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Derio

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3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

We were on our way home and only used the time to rest before catching the ferry

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

useful supermarkets in the town- not many places to eat

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

The city of Bilbao is beautiful and well worth a visit as is San Sebastian but the motorway toll of 11 euros was extortionate for a 50 mile journey.