Arrigorriaga etymologically means ¨place of the red stones¨, which, according to a myth, was changed from its original name of Padura after a confrontation that left the ground practically covered in blood. Arrigorriaga is a municipality of Gran Bilbao and is located on the banks of the Nervión River. If you want to stay in Arrigorriaga, here is our selection of some of the top hotels and lodging in the area.
Although there are few hotels in Arrigorriaga, the quality of the hotels does not suffer. One option is the Ibis Budget Bilbao Arrigorriaga, which has 82 rooms. Although it does not offer as many ammenities as other hotels, the value for the price is excellent. Additionally, Ibis Budget Bilbao Arrigorriaga is pet-friendly.
A unique sleeping accommodation in Arrigorriaga is Hotel Beñaran. The building is a farmhouse from two centuries ago, and the hotel offers 12 rooms. The traditional architecture and pleasant setting make for an enjoyable visit.
If you want to stay a little bit outside of Arrigorriaga, Hotel Armiñe is located only 3 kilometers outside of town in Basauri, which is just half a kilometer from the official entrance of Bilbao. The hotel is known for its cleanliness and beautiful terraces. Many guests enjoy the fact that they can access their rooms through elevators rather than having to pass through reception.
Another hotel that we like is Hotel Iraragorri, located in the neighboring town of Galdakao, which is just 6 kilometers from Arrigorriaga and minutes from Bilbao. This charming hotel is in the style of a traditional Basque farmhouse and boasts elegant architecture and décor. Their restaurant, Petit Komité, serves traditional Basque cuisine.
