Situated right in the heart of Bilbao's financial and shopping district, the four star Abando Hotel is located within walking distance of the Guggenheim Museum and the historical town centre. It is opposite the Palace of Justice and close to the Arriaga theatre, the Euskalduna conference centre and the music palace.

The hotel was built 1n 1991 but was completely refurbished in 2003 and offers wireless internet access, the 'Epaia' restaurant on the main floor of the hotel which offers a menu inspired by traditional Basque cooking, as well as a wine cellar. The hotel's six function rooms are equipped with modern audio visual equipment.

Each guest room at the Abando Hotel is equipped with air conditioning, fax connections, bathroom with hair dryer, electronic safety deposit box, mini-bar, interactive satellite television, piped music, radio and room service.