Santutxu
Bilbao
Popular places to visit
San Mames Stadium
Join local soccer fans and shout your support for a well-known European team that calls this spectacular stadium its home.
Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
Investigate a vast collection of modern and contemporary art both inside and outside one of the most recognizable buildings in Bilbao.
Plaza Nueva
Feast on an appetizing variety of local gourmet dishes while marveling at the architectural splendor of this popular city plaza.
Plaza Moyua
Take time out in this attractive city plaza and contemplate the beauty and majesty of the architecture of the surrounding historical buildings.
Euskalduna Conference Centre and Concert Hall
Attend a conference, concert or dramatic performance, go on a guided tour and browse an eclectic collection of art at this riverside venue.
Ribera Market
Bring your shopping bags for three floors of market stalls at this centuries-old fresh produce market in the city’s historical quarter.
Things to do
Bilbao: Gaztelugatxe, Bermeo, Mundaka and Gernika with Txakoli
San Sebastian & Biarritz full day tour
The Basque Country Full-Day Tour
Bilbao, Guggenheim and Gaztelugatxe from San Sebastian
Walking Route San Juan De Gaztelugatze, Bermeo & Gernika
Top hotels in Santutxu
Spirit Hotel Gran Bilbao
Not as convenient as some other hotels in Bilbao but not terribly out of the way (beware the uphill walk from town!). Breakfast is special - very large selection and many healthy choices, especially for gluten-free. The room was fine, parking was a little tough to get in and out in our suv - but ...
Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026
Spirit Apartamentos Atxuri
Excellent
Reviewed on Jun 6, 2025
The Artist Grand Hotel of Art
I did not see the amenities
Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026
Radisson Collection Bilbao
This hotel is extremely stylish - lovely design of the rooms and shared areas. The front of house staff are friendly and helpful. The location is central, close to the main shopping areas and restaurant. But it’s perhaps a little noisy and lively at night time for us. A couple of things let it down. ...
Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026
Axel Hotel Bilbao – Adults Only
Lovely hotel with modern decor. Very clean and well maintained. Very friendly staff. Decent gym for a few days stay. Excellent breakfast selection.
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026
Hotel ILUNION San Mamés
Wonderful location by the Bilbao Athletic Club stadium. Easy walk or tram ride to Guggenheim Museum or el Centro. Superb breakfast buffet.
Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Santutxu
Bilbao la Vieja
While visiting Bilbao la Vieja, you might make a stop by sights like Bay of Biscay and San Anton Bridge.
Bilbao Old Town
Museums, shopping, and theaters highlight some notable features of Bilbao Old Town. Make a stop by Plaza Nueva or Arriaga Theater while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Arriga Tram Stop or Casco Viejo Station to get around town.
Casco Viejo
Museums, theaters, and historic sites highlight some notable features of Casco Viejo. Make a stop by Plaza Nueva or Museum of Archaeology Bizkaya while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Casco Viejo Station or Arriga Tram Stop to get around town.
San Francisco
You'll enjoy the bars and theaters in San Francisco. You might want to make time for a stop at Bilborock or Bay of Biscay.
Zabala
Zabala might not have many top sights, but Bilborock and Ribera Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Iralabarri
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Iralabarri and surrounding area, you can visit Bizkaia Frontoia and Bilborock.
