Bilbao Akelarre Hostel: Clean, Quiet Hostel Living in Deusto
Bilbao Akelarre Hostel is a great fit for travelers who want a clean, quiet, and straightforward place to stay in Bilbao. Located in Deusto, it offers easy access to the Camino de Santiago route and is within walking distance of the bus station, making it especially convenient for walkers, backpackers, and short-stay guests. Visitors often mention the peaceful atmosphere, comfortable rooms, and the well-kept shared spaces that make the stay feel calm and organized.
The shared kitchen is useful for simple meals, and the property is praised for being tidy, practical, and thoughtfully run. Guests also appreciate the friendly communication with the host and the extra touches that improve privacy and comfort. With its relaxed vibe, basic but useful amenities, and excellent location for getting around, Bilbao Akelarre Hostel is a dependable hostel for budget-conscious travelers who still want comfort and good service in Bilbao.
✨ Review Highlights
Convenient Location
The hostel is well-located, with proximity to the estuary and supermarkets, making it a convenient choice for travelers.
Friendly and Helpful Staff
Many reviewers praised the staff for being excellent, friendly, and helpful, providing all necessary information and assistance.
Clean Accommodations
Guests appreciated the cleanliness of the bed linens, towels, and rooms, contributing to a comfortable stay.
Noisy Environment Due to Fans
Several reviews mentioned that the fans are quite noisy, especially in warm weather, which can be a disturbance.
Issues with Air Conditioning
Some guests reported that the air conditioning was not working despite being advertised, which was problematic during hot weather.
Bathroom Cleanliness Concerns
A few reviews noted that the bathrooms were not as hygienic as expected, indicating a need for improvement in cleanliness.
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Johnny Schepens
a week agoGood location, a bit noisy, especially when it's warm with all the fans running. Plus point: you can get in day and night.
María Dolores García Suárez
a week agoA 40-minute walk from the city center along the estuary. A quiet, slightly hot spot with basic amenities for a relaxing stay. The bed linens, towels, and room were clean, but the bathroom wasn't as hygienic. The staff were excellent, explaining and providing everything you needed.
Alberto Moreno
a week agoThe service and check-in were excellent and the staff were incredibly friendly. It was quite hot and the fans were very noisy, which was the only downside. The men's restroom was a bit run-down. If they put in a little more effort, they could become a quality hostel.
GoLeary’s Family
3 weeks agoMy daughter is there right now. (July 9 - 11) She reserved a bed in the women's dorm. It will be 96 degrees/ 35'5 celsius on Saturday and the air conditioning is not working. She reserved a room thinking she would have air conditioning because she knew it was going to be hot in Bilbao and the the website says the hostel has air conditioning. I don't think it is fair to say there is air conditioning in the hostel if it doesn't, especially considering the temperature in the area is dangerously hot.
Félix
3 weeks agoVery convenient and welcoming to the hostel. Very close to the estuary (in my case, the Camino de Santiago started right there) and with several supermarkets nearby. The kitchen has everything you need to cook.