Ganbara Hostel - Self Check In
Prim, 13 Bajo
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10 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
10 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
Why people book this hotel
“There was creepy men, and one girl that had room with him was very scared (and s…”
“Bed units, bathrooms ok”
“Good location”
“Good location and good common room but that is about it”
“But it was dark inside and kind of doggy… I had broken locker (I had my own padl…”
“Comfortable beds clean white sheets and not too noisy as hostels tend to be”
“Simple clean hostel”
“The room was clean, the bed was comfortable, and the price was reasonable”
“The price is better than most places in Bilbao but expect to get what you pay fo…”
“Good quality/price ratio”
Overview
Ganbara Hostel - Self Check In is set in the heart of Bilbao’s old town, on one of its famous Siete Calles, or Seven Streets. It offers free Wi-Fi, 2 communal lounges and a shared kitchen. Each of the simply decorated, modern dorms at Ganbara Hostel - Self Check In has heating, air conditioning and access to a shared bathroom with a hairdryer. Bed linen and lockers are included. The hostel is a 5-minute walk from the Basque Museum and nearby Casco Viejo Metro station. Buses to the famous Guggenheim Museum stop 10 minutes’ walk away. Bilbao Railway Station is less than 1 km from the Ganbara.
Traveller reviews
Martyna
solo_traveller
June 9, 2026
“I don’t recommend. Maybe it’s only for men”
Good location. But it was dark inside and kind of doggy… I had broken locker (I had my own padlock but I couldn’t use it) and staff didn’t help me after reporting that. I had to worry about my staff there. There was creepy men, and one girl that had room with him was very scared (and staff didn’t changed her room)
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solo_traveller
June 3, 2026
“Absolutely impossible to reach the accommodation.”
Good location and good common room but that is about it. Our room was narrow and humid, we did not feel comfortable. The price is better than most places in Bilbao but expect to get what you pay for.
Petr
solo_traveller
June 1, 2026
Simple clean hostel. I stayed there for 2nd time after 14 years. Hasn't changed much. Ideal for pelegrinos.
Nicolas
solo_traveller
May 30, 2026
“Clean impersonal Hostel - Ok for a night”
The room was clean, the bed was comfortable, and the price was reasonable.
Steve
extended_group
May 26, 2026
“Not good. Booking communiactions were very poor and didn't honour what we had booked.”
Not much
paul
solo_traveller
May 25, 2026
“Excellent value on rugby weekend comfortable experience for a hostel”
Comfortable beds clean white sheets and not too noisy as hostels tend to be
Thomas
extended_group
May 24, 2026
“Had a great time very clean”
Great location great very helpful staff
P
solo_traveller
May 20, 2026
The attention was very bad and feels like she was very annoyed
Grieve
solo_traveller
May 17, 2026
Self check in machine didn't work, took over an hour of waiting to get in as there was no one to assist. Ended up having no access to my bed and had to sleep in a spare without key card access to leave and reenter.
Sarah
solo_traveller
May 11, 2026
“Over an hour to get inside!!”
Bed units, bathrooms ok. Lounge areas and kitchen ok.
Williamson
solo_traveller
May 6, 2026
couldn’t check in
Bir Man
extended_group
April 29, 2026
“Everything was good if put same bath towel it will be excellent.”
Erlinda
solo_traveller
April 11, 2026
The reception can not even Speak English Room are very Small Sofa Chairs are very Dirty & Old.
EL Mahdi
solo_traveller
April 8, 2026
Every
Cristiano
family_with_children
April 5, 2026
“It could be better.”
Location
Fabianni
solo_traveller
March 14, 2026
“Warm space”
Nothing to reproach to the property, they were there to help, location good and property clean and warm. Too bad that my roommate didn’t washed himself in months, that always hurts, not the fault of the property just something to expect when you get a shared dormitory. Too bad that people don’t respect their own body, they think their cool when smoking rolling tobacco and marihuana but the feet smell and lack of soap has given me a headache and that’s a shame in it?
Pauline
solo_traveller
December 1, 2025
“Nice stay at Ganbara hostel”
The location is perfect, near to the city center and about 400 m from the Casco viejo subway station. At the end of november, the hostel is not overbooking so I really enjoyed to be alone in my 4 beds room. The hostel was quiet and it's nice when you just want to rest a little bit. The great point is that you have a personal card for your room as a standard hotel. There is also a nice fitted kitchen.
pietrograssi
extended_group
September 12, 2025
Good quality/price ratio. Easy check-in.
Dagmara
solo_traveller
August 19, 2025
Good for Camino walk to rest
Michelle
extended_group
July 27, 2025
“Not recommended, difficult to contact customer service, and problematic check in process.”
Unhelpful customer service and problems with check in that took over 2 hours to solve. This meant we were waiting with no where to sit outside the hostel until after 3am.
Facilities
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible, Toilet with grab rails, Emergency cord in bathroom, Visual aids: Tactile signs
Activities
Bicycle rental (additional charge)
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies
Food & Drink
Breakfast options
General
Heating, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Soundproof rooms, WiFi available in all areas, Facilities for disabled guests
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Parking
Street parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Security alarm, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Self check-in
Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive, Check-in kiosk in the lobby
Services
Shared lounge/TV area, Daily housekeeping, Vending machine (drinks), Vending machine (snacks)
4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
The dormitory room features air conditioning, a dining area, as well as a shared bathroom boasting a shower. The dormitory room provides heating and a quiet street view. The unit has 4 beds.
6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
The dormitory room features air conditioning and a dining area, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 6 beds.
8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
The dormitory room offers air conditioning and a dining area, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 8 beds.
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