Castillo de Arteaga  

Perched inside the Urdaibai Nature Reserve in the Basque Country, Castillo de Arteaga is a restored 13th-century Neogothic castle hotel. It sits in Gautegiz Arteaga, about a 10-minute drive to the coast and to Guernica, and roughly 35 minutes from Bilbao.

The hotel blends historic Neogothic architecture with polished comforts. Rooms are air-conditioned and come with flat-screen TVs, free Wi‑Fi and private bathrooms with hairdryer, bathrobe and slippers. A rooftop terrace and an extensive wine cellar add character to the stay.

Gourmet restaurant, rooftop terrace with countryside views, bar and large wine cellar. Free on-site parking, elevator and accessibility features. Easy access to hiking, the Urdaibai Bird Center and nearby natural attractions—short drives to coastal beaches.

Free Wi‑Fi throughout the property and on-site parking. Staff speak English and Spanish; ask at check-in for additional services.

On-site gourmet restaurant serving quality Basque cuisine, plus a rooftop dining option with countryside views. An extensive wine cellar and a bar round out the local-flavor experience.