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Holiday Inn Express Bilbao Airport by IHG

★★★·8.4/ 10Recommended
HHoliday Inn Express·IHG One Rewards·Hotels
📍Zarandoa Kalea, 5 · Derio ↗
📞+0034944868240·Official site ↗
2010-03-29 opened· 114 rooms· Check-in 02:00 PM / out 12:00 PM
Offsite parking discounted rates availableFree beach shuttleAir conditioningFamily roomsLift / ElevatorLuggage storageAll 62 facilities +
Review
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Comfortable hotel close to Bilbao, with free breakfast (5am to 10am), free Wi-Fi and free airport shuttle (5am to 10:45pm). Holiday Inn Express Bilbao is only 2 km from Bilbao Airport and 20 minutes from the city centre by bus. There are plenty of green areas around to go for walks. The sights of Bilbao city centre can be reached by car or by bus that departs from outside the airport. The iconic, Frank Gehry-designed Guggenheim Museum Bilbao houses a world-renowned collection of modern art. There's also a Fine Arts Museum, and in the delightful Old Town, you can eat traditional pintxos and browse independent shops. At this hotel, you can enjoy:- A free shuttle bus to and from the airport- A continental Express Start Breakfast, included in the room rate- Free Wi-Fi- free on-site parking during your stay- Family rooms that sleep up to 4 guests, max 2 adults/room. In the spacious lobby, you can sit back on one of the comfy sofas and enjoy a drink from the bar. For lunch or dinner we offer our snack-bar

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Tier × benefits, as tested

What guests actually got at each tier — switch levels.

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IHG One Rewards · From guest reports · actual benefits may vary
Room upgradeSubject to availability

Subject to availability

Free breakfastRarely
Lounge accessRarely
Late checkoutSubject to availability

延迟至14:00退房 · until 14:00

Welcome giftSubject to availability

欢迎礼或积分二选一

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Guest scores & sentiment

From 296 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-10

Guests praise the airport proximity, free shuttle, and breakfast. Common complaints include poor soundproofing, thin mattresses, missing room amenities like fridges, and occasional maintenance issues.

Dimension scores · cross-source

Rooms9.2
Service8.5
Cleanliness8.4
Location8.3
Value8.1
Facilities7.6
＋ PraisedConvenient transport · Spacious and clean rooms · Friendly staff · Convenient location/shuttle
－ ComplaintsHard to find shuttle · Missing amenities · Basic breakfast · Noise issues

KEYIdeal for early flights. Light sleepers should verify room features beforehand.

FAQ · grounded in hotel data & reviews

locationHow far is the hotel from Bilbao Airport? Is there a free shuttle?＋
Located just a 5-minute drive from Bilbao Airport with a free shuttle service. It is also 10 km from the city center.
diningWhat is the breakfast situation? Is it suitable for early flights?＋
The hotel offers an extensive buffet breakfast with early availability, highly praised by guests for convenient early flight connections.
roomWhat are the shortcomings of the room facilities?＋
Guests note the lack of fridges and safes in some rooms. Poor soundproofing and uncomfortable beds (thin mattresses) are common complaints.
serviceHow is the service quality at the hotel?＋
Staff are generally friendly, and the lobby is spacious. However, some guests report occasional slow service response or maintenance delays.
familyIs this hotel suitable for families with children?＋
Children are allowed, and kid meals are available. While convenient for families, some guests find the rooms small and crowded.
businessIs it convenient for business travelers?＋
Ideal for business travelers with early/late flights. Offers luggage storage and laundry. Note that nearby walking destinations are limited.
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