Bilbao, SpainAbando
Radisson Collection Hotel, Gran Via Bilbao
Art Deco bank conversion
Abando Bilbao, Spain
Opened
2022
Price
$$$
Rated for
Design Heritage SocialOutside the door
The house
RadissonArt Deco bank conversion
The 1945 banking landmark has taken on 1920s style, with dark marble floors downstairs and a plant-fringed rooftop terrace above.
“their luxury arm has brought a sleek Art Deco sheen to the lobby, complete with charcoal marble floors and smooth wood finishes.”
What it’s good at
Notable
The 1945 neoclassical headquarters of Banco Hispano Americano converted into guest rooms.
Listed
An open-air rooftop terrace bar flanked by vertical gardens overlooking surrounding hills.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler.
The building itself, formerly the headquarters of the Banco Hispano Americano, is a striking mid-century landmark.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Plaza Circular is right outside, and a quick walk across the Nervión River brings you to Casco Viejo's pintxo bars.
The rooms
Rooms set dark wood finishes against cream walls, and some display black-and-white photographs of vintage Bilbao.
The water
Bring a swimsuit.
The pool and gym
The heated indoor pool sits under slatted timber ceilings beside a moss wall, steps from the fitness studio.
At the table
Chef Eneko Atxa shapes the seventh-floor Basque menu, and glass doors open onto a rooftop cocktail terrace.
Bilbao
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.