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Where should I stay in Basque Country?

There are plenty of excellent places to stay in Basque Country, including San Sebastian . This destination is home to popular landmarks including Concha Beach and Monte Igueldo. Another option is to make a beeline for Bilbao , where you'll discover Guggenheim Museum Bilbao and Plaza Moyua. If time is no issue, look around both buzzing destinations!

What are the top hotels in Basque Country?

Take a look at Hotel de Londres y de Inglaterra and Barceló Costa Vasca . They're the first choice for many travellers headed to San Sebastian. If Bilbao is on your travel itinerary, Gran Hotel Domine Bilbao and Barceló Bilbao Nervión are both cosy options.

When is the best time of year to visit Basque Country?

You'll need to consider your priorities to find the right answer. Typically, you'll nab the best deals in January , while September is when hotel rates generally rise. Basque Country is at its busiest in July, August, June. If you're hoping for a more relaxed holiday, February, December , November would be a better time to pack your bags.

How far in advance should I book my Basque Country holiday?

While not all air carriers release ticket prices early, customers are usually able to look up international flights on Expedia up to 12 months in advance. This is the time you can score some incredible bargains. If you've left everything to the last minute, there's a chance you could get lucky. Low prices sometimes become available only weeks prior to departure.

What should I know before booking a Basque Country travel package?

A package can be easier on the credit card than individually booking everything you need for your escape. For example, bundle your flights, hotels and rental cars and land a great deal. Whatever your holiday plans, you're bound to find a package that fits your budget.

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Having teamed up with online lender Affirm, Expedia offers financial flexibility with a Book Now, Pay Later option for package bookings. Get the money side of things out of the way with one upfront payment or split the price of your trip over a few installments. There's a payment option to suit every wanderer.

Basque Country Holiday Packages

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Top destinations in Basque Country

Guggenheim Museum Bilbao which includes modern architecture and night scenes — Bilbao

San Sebastian which includes a city, a bay or harbour and a coastal town — San Sebastian

Zarautz showing general coastal views, a sandy beach and tranquil scenes — Zumaia

Where to stay in Basque Country

Find the best Basque Country areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Basque Country

Maria Cristina Bridge featuring a bridge, a city and a river or creek

San Sebastian Centro

4.5/5Wonderful!(92 area reviews)

Wander along the charming streets of this district to see some of the oldest buildings in the city, famous landmarks, exceptional restaurants and green areas.

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Ribera Market featuring food, interior views and a bar

Bilbao Old Town

4.5/5Wonderful!(49 area reviews)

Discover characterful bars, historic architecture, colorful independent stores and much more amid the largely pedestrianized streets of Bilbao’s atmospheric heart.

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Old Town showing street scenes as well as a small group of people

Old Town San Sebastian

5/5Exceptional!(24 area reviews)

Piece together intriguing Basque stories from the museums and religious treasures and enjoy scenic views of headlands and islands in this historic neighborhood.

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San Mames Stadium featuring modern architecture and a river or creek

Bilbao City Centre

3 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

4.5/5Wonderful!(33 area reviews)

Bilbao City Centre is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like Guggenheim Museum Bilbao and San Mames Stadium. See more of Bilbao by jumping on the metro at Moyua Station or Indautxu Station.

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Guggenheim Museum Bilbao showing outdoor art, street scenes and modern architecture

Abando

2 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

4.5/5Wonderful!(118 area reviews)

Ample dining options, fascinating museums, and beautiful river views are just a few top things to explore in Abando. A visit to Guggenheim Museum Bilbao or Plaza Moyua might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Moyua Station or Indautxu Station to get around town.

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Top Hotel Deals

NH Collection San Sebastián Aránzazu

Vitoria-Gasteiz 1, San Sebastian, Gipuzkoa

Located in Antiguo, this boutique hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Ondarreta Beach and Concha Beach. Monte Igueldo and Basque Culinary Center are also within ...

4.5/5Wonderful! (623 reviews)

Nice hotel

"Just a nice and (what I paid) a reasonable priced hotel I Donostia."

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2021

Hotel de Londres y de Inglaterra

Zubieta Kalea, 2, San Sebastian, Gipuzkoa

Located in San Sebastian Centro, this beachfront hotel is in the city centre and within a 5-minute walk of Concha Promenade and Concha Beach. Ondarreta Beach ...

4.6/5Wonderful! (976 reviews)

"The location and staff were amazing. Our room overlooked the board walk and was excellent."

Reviewed on 21 Jun 2021

Hotel Arbaso

Calle Fuenterrabía 24, San Sebastian, Gipuzkoa

Located in San Sebastian Centro, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Cathedral of the Good Shepherd and Concha Beach. Ondarreta Beach and Bay of Biscay ...

4.9/5Exceptional! (20 reviews)

"What a wonderful place to stay! From the moment we checked in, the staff was warm and welcoming. The room is modern, clean and spacious. This hotel made us feel very comfortable to visit the city. So liked this hotel and we renewed our stay for one more night. We found this hotel at the last minute ..."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2021

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Top things to do in Basque Country

San Sebastian & Biarritz full day tour

£60

Per adult

82% of travellers recommend

Gourmet Food Walking Tour

£68

Per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Donostia - San Sebastián City Tour Bus, Hop On - Hop Off

£10

Per adult

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Basque Country Holiday Packages

Tour the home of the Basque people, a region of culinary delights, coastal towns, historical gems and myriad landscapes ready to be explored. The sunny beaches, traditional cuisine, spectacular modern architecture and green rolling hills of the Basque Country make a visit here a richly rewarding experience. Explore its long coastline, appreciate famous works of art and go bar hopping to savour a variety of tapas dishes.

One of the most popular destinations in Spain's Basque Country is Donostia-San Sebastian, an ancient city with a seaside setting. Stretch out on the beautiful Playa La Concha and people-watch in the Plaza de la Constitución in the heart of the old town, which used to host bullfights. Look up at the buildings that line the square to see numbers from when the balconies were used for seating. Visit the coastal town of Zarautz and Getxo for more beaches and to try local seafood dishes.

Head inland to tour Bilbao , once a gritty industrial city and now a destination filled with cultural attractions. The city’s transformation started with the construction of the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, a stunning gallery clad in shimmering titanium.

Less than an hour’s drive east of Bilbao is Guernica, a town that was almost destroyed in a bombing raid by German and Italian forces in 1937. The destruction was immortalized in one of Pablo Picasso’s most famous works, Guernica, which you can see in a ceramic reproduction on Pedro de Elejalde Street. Only a few buildings survived the attack, including the Biscayan Assembly House, which can still be visited today.

Guernica lies within the Urdaibai Nature Reserve, a protected area at the mouth of the Oka River. Hike along its trails to look for wildlife by the wetlands and take part in water sports on the river.

Throughout the region you’ll be tempted by pintxos, snacks similar to tapas that are served in many bars.

Fly into Bilbao or San Sebastián to experience the Basque Country’s cuisine, culture, history and architecture. Rent a car to explore the region or travel by bus or rail.