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How much do hostels in Bilbao cost?

Available dorm-bed prices in Bilbao, Spain range from $23 to $138/night over the next 3 months. HostelHound compares 15 hostels.

On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $23.

At $23/night and up, Bilbao is one of the pricier hostel destinations in Spain.

How these prices work: Hostelworld listings, based on one night and the selected dorm-bed type. “Typical starting price” is the median of daily minimum prices across 7 contributing properties—not the typical hostel’s price. Amounts are converted to USD; verify availability and final taxes and fees on Hostelworld. Filters can narrow the advertised results below, but this summary remains citywide. Latest city scrape: 2026-09-22T19:19:03.315Z.

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Local knowledge for Bilbao

Where to stay

Casco Viejo is the default base for budget travelers, with hostels clustered around the Siete Calles grid and walking distance to the Guggenheim. Bilbao La Vieja, across the Nervión along Calle San Francisco, runs quieter and cheaper, about 10 minutes on foot from the main sights.

Getting around

  • The Guggenheim offers free entry on Tuesday evenings (except in July and August). If your dates are flexible, build your visit around that.
  • Pintxos bars on Calle Jardines and around Plaza Nueva price most pieces cheaply. Go at noon or 7pm when bars put out fresh rounds, not at 9pm when the selection is picked over.
  • Metro Line 1 gets you to Getxo beach in about 30 minutes for a small fare each way. No need to pay resort-town prices elsewhere on the coast.

When to go

January through March offers the cheapest beds. August fills up fast, especially during Aste Nagusia, the main festival week that usually falls mid-month.

Frequently asked questions

How much do hostels in Bilbao cost?

On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $23. Dorm beds currently range from $23 to $138/night across the next 3 months of availability.

How many hostels does HostelHound track in Bilbao?

HostelHound currently tracks 15 hostels in Bilbao, Spain.

Is Bilbao affordable compared to other hostel cities in Spain?

Bilbao is one of the pricier hostel destinations in Spain, with dorm prices starting from $23/night.

Where do backpackers stay in Bilbao?

Casco Viejo is the default base for budget travelers, with hostels clustered around the Siete Calles grid and walking distance to the Guggenheim. Bilbao La Vieja, across the Nervión along Calle San Francisco, runs quieter and cheaper, about 10 minutes on foot from the main sights.

What is the best time of year to visit Bilbao?

January through March offers the cheapest beds. August fills up fast, especially during Aste Nagusia, the main festival week that usually falls mid-month.