Micampus Bilbao is on Avenida Gabriel Aresti, east of the city centre. Its rooms have a private bathroom and a desk, something you do not always find in a hostel. It is a good fit if you want a simple base for several days and do not mind walking a while to the Casco Viejo (Old Town).
Location and getting around
The building is at number 40 on the avenue, postcode 48004. From the door, Plaza Nueva is about 25 minutes’ walk away. The Arriaga Theatre and the Mercado de la Ribera are a similar distance, also about 25 minutes on foot.
If you arrive by train, Abando station is about 30 minutes’ walk. For the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, about 2.5 km away as the crow flies, the metro or a taxi is better.
Rooms and facilities
Each room has a private bathroom, a work desk and bed linen. Wifi is free throughout the building. According to the hostel, it is a smoke-free space.
Breakfast is not served. A kitchen for guests, a restaurant and parking are not listed, so plan to eat out.
Who it suits
- Anyone spending a period in Bilbao for study or work who needs a desk in the room.
- Solo travellers who want their own bathroom without giving up the hostel format.
- Guests who use public transport or do not mind a walk of about 25 minutes to the historic centre.
Good to know
- Reception checks guests in from 15:00 to 22:00. If you will arrive later, check with the hostel before the trip.
- On arrival you will be asked for photo ID and a credit card.
- You must vacate the room before 11:00.
- No breakfast is available.
If you want to compare with other areas, here are more places to stay in Bilbao.