78%Residencia Blas De Otero

This is a nice and very big hostel (meaning many rooms). Our room for two people had a mini kitchen and was very clean but also tiny. Staff was nice. It seemed like a very "official" place of some kind of university dorm type thing.

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by maxhaupt494 – posted on Sep 10, 2008

1

Towel changes too infrequent

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by montefu – posted on Sep 8, 2008

3

THIS PLACE IS MORE LIKE A PRISON THAN A HOSTEL. VERY STUDENT ACCOMMODATION WITH NO WARMTH AT ALL. NEVER GO HERE AGAIN!

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by danibarrett31997 – posted on Sep 7, 2008

2

Tha staff are geared and reared to deal with students under the assumption that they are scum. Being niether a student nor scum I was taken aback with their manners. The area is lively and noisy especially as one needs windows open for lack of air-conditioning. Avoid double-rooms. They are the...

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by hsaleh165891 – posted on Aug 31, 2008

1

not really a hostel as a student dorm. Is nice and cheap, clean and well appointed (though a bar would have been nice) but the area is by far the worst ive stayed in outside of Harlem New York . . .

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by Kobayash2996 – posted on Aug 27, 2008

2

Although it is said on most booking sites that every room has a computer, this is NOT the case. However, if you have a laptop with you, you can connect without a problem. You have to ask for the codes at reception which they will give you without a problem. If you don´t have a cable with you to... more Although it is said on most booking sites that every room has a computer, this is NOT the case. However, if you have a laptop with you, you can connect without a problem. You have to ask for the codes at reception which they will give you without a problem. If you don´t have a cable with you to connect, they will also provide you with one.close

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by roypie – posted on Aug 24, 2008

3

The accommodation itself is very nice but the area where it is located is rather seedy, to say the least!

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by Sjgilli – posted on Aug 23, 2008

15

A practical, safe and clean place with great en-suite single rooms with kitchenette but not a fun and social travelling experience, however not really the city for that either!

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by HumaMalik – posted on Aug 21, 2008

4

blas otero gave me everything i paid for and expected. clean, basic accommodation at an economic price. the near vicinity is run down and full of poor immigrants and holds no attractions for travellers. about 10 minutes distant is the old town with lots of lively pintxos bars and tram and metro... more blas otero gave me everything i paid for and expected. clean, basic accommodation at an economic price. the near vicinity is run down and full of poor immigrants and holds no attractions for travellers. about 10 minutes distant is the old town with lots of lively pintxos bars and tram and metro stops for getting out and about. NOTE the internet connection in the room is via a cable (not wifi) which you must take with you.close

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by stephen252 – posted on Aug 15, 2008

1

Very nice hostel. You can cook your own food and keep your food in the fridhe, you'll save a lot of money. Very clean and some extra services: internet, gym.Don't bother about the people complaining about sercurity in the street; it's true that it is not in the "rich" zone but it's like... more Very nice hostel. You can cook your own food and keep your food in the fridhe, you'll save a lot of money. Very clean and some extra services: internet, gym.Don't bother about the people complaining about sercurity in the street; it's true that it is not in the "rich" zone but it's like any cosmopolitan city where inmingration is something normal.close

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by oscar3344 – posted on Aug 14, 2008

4

the building itself is very secure, the neighborhood, however, did not make me feel safe at all.

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by demckinney2619 – posted on Aug 12, 2008

1

Very nice place in a slightly dodgy neighbourhood.

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by cyberstress – posted on Aug 11, 2008

11

O local me pareceu um pouco perigoso apesar do pessoal do Hostal dizer que é tranquilo. É uma residencia estudantil, eu gostei muito!

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by ricardorossin9314 – posted on Aug 9, 2008

1

Es un hostal estupendo, la habiatacion es limpia y es buena, tienen todo, el internet es libre, lo unico q no me encanto fue la zona en la que esta localizado el hostal porq parece un poco insegura, pero de todo lo demas, es excelente

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by lindaescarcega418 – posted on Aug 6, 2008

4

These are college dorm rooms, and almost feel like mini apartments. Close proximity to Old Town Bilbao, and just 5 min. walk from the train station. The 'neighbors' weren't a hassel at all. There are always people walking the streets and law enforcement policing the streets, so there is nothing... more These are college dorm rooms, and almost feel like mini apartments. Close proximity to Old Town Bilbao, and just 5 min. walk from the train station. The 'neighbors' weren't a hassel at all. There are always people walking the streets and law enforcement policing the streets, so there is nothing to worry about. Will definately stay here again. Definately worth it.close

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by mel-mercado879242 – posted on Aug 5, 2008

2

Hostel is located in a very unsafe area.

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by ktimso – posted on Aug 2, 2008

2

Really more of a hotel. Not much liveliness at all. Nice room, but wasnt a place to meet people.

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by dblackburn – posted on Aug 2, 2008

19

Very well equipped, quiet and clean. Decent kitchen in each room means you can self-cater. Washing line was a lifesaver.

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by persimoirre – posted on Jul 30, 2008

8

this is the most terrible hostel ever!! receptionists don't understand any single english word. thay don't even try to help visitors at all. room is nicely equipped though.

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by ryum2 – posted on Jul 26, 2008

1

The hostel is near everything. 10mins walking from the train station. Its a bit expensive but it's worth it!! Where I stayed, it looked like a small house because our room had a private wc and a tiny kitchen whitch makes you save alot of money. You have room with a few computers, opened until... more The hostel is near everything. 10mins walking from the train station. Its a bit expensive but it's worth it!! Where I stayed, it looked like a small house because our room had a private wc and a tiny kitchen whitch makes you save alot of money. You have room with a few computers, opened until 4am. You also have two rooms with tv and dvd, laundry room. If you have some money and want to spend some days confortable, choose this hostel. Next time I'm in Bilbao I'll come back for sure.close

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by haemoglobinsattick2364 – posted on Jul 26, 2008

1

Great place to stay! Very friendly and helpful stuff; great location between the train station and the old town. Very clean, modern and safe hostal. The only downside: The residencia is situated in a rather rough neighbourhood. Watch your purse and camera if you walk down San Frantzisko Kalea!

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by evelyne777 – posted on Jul 24, 2008

2

La collocazione dell'ostello è in una parte non bella della città , però è ben collegato con i mezzi pubblici e tutto il resto è ottimo.

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by orianaeu1793 – posted on Jul 23, 2008

1

This is a student dorm. Unfortunately it is situated in a red lights district with many colored people standing in the streets whole day and night, but we didn't feel even the slightest discomfort walking in the streets at night. Not really a bad neighborhood. It is very close to the old city... more This is a student dorm. Unfortunately it is situated in a red lights district with many colored people standing in the streets whole day and night, but we didn't feel even the slightest discomfort walking in the streets at night. Not really a bad neighborhood. It is very close to the old city center (about 5 minutes walking), and it is very clean. Very nice place to stay.close

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by domagojevaposta9748 – posted on Jul 23, 2008

2

the hostel has very good quality, the beds are amazing, really good. the room big. I would come back to this hotel. there is only one thing to worry about: during the night there is not very good people in the street around the hotel, there is people selling drugs, etc. I didn't have problems...

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by Victor6662 – posted on Jul 23, 2008

2

It's a University Dorm, plain and simple. There was nobody else on our floor, so it was very quiet and peaceful. It's good coffee and drink machines, and we somehow managed to spend about 4 hours in the computer room downloading photos- not sure if that is supposed to be included, but it sure... more It's a University Dorm, plain and simple. There was nobody else on our floor, so it was very quiet and peaceful. It's good coffee and drink machines, and we somehow managed to spend about 4 hours in the computer room downloading photos- not sure if that is supposed to be included, but it sure helped. First impressions of the area are a little sketchy, but once we got our bearings we had no complaints. (Actually just one, the beds made a horrible squeaking noise everytime you moved)close

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by johnamarshall – posted on Jul 22, 2008

11

If you´re on a budget and want the option of self catering this is it! It is very clean and fairly well located, yes a bit of a walk to the Guggenheim but you get to see many other parts of the town along the way! With free internet, a laundry downstairs and gym to boot you can´t miss. (there... more If you´re on a budget and want the option of self catering this is it! It is very clean and fairly well located, yes a bit of a walk to the Guggenheim but you get to see many other parts of the town along the way! With free internet, a laundry downstairs and gym to boot you can´t miss. (there is also a foosball (sp?)and pool table available)close

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by lizpries – posted on Jul 21, 2008

6

this hostel is on a street called calle cortes and about 100 yards away are hookers selling themselves! Depending on what end of the street you approach the hostel from you have to walk past them! The street running parallel, San Francisco is one to stay well clear of, the dodgiest street I have...

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by joannekiely861306 – posted on Jul 20, 2008

2

with cooking facility, brilliant!

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by ikhhkm – posted on Jul 18, 2008

7

cleaners didn't empty our rubbish for the six days we were there

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by kempbrenda8425 – posted on Jul 17, 2008

3

Obviously not so much hostel, but a great base to check out Bilbao.. 10 minute walk to the Guggenheim if you know where you´re going, 25 if you don´t.. Not far from the old town of Casco Viejo.. All in all, it was a great bed with a nice kitchenette and bathroom.. Recommended..

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by DeanFawcett – posted on Jul 16, 2008

13

Area definitely a bit dodgy. A policeman told me it was a bad street to stay in! Rooms really clean though...

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by siobhanconaghan8135 – posted on Jul 15, 2008

13

This is quite possibly the best place Ive ever stayed for such a low price. Perfect getaway after a rough week in Pamplona getting covered in Sangria - its quiet, clean, extremely efficient and very friendly

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by jeromeluepkes – posted on Jul 15, 2008

8

Student res so don't meet fellow travellers. Rooms great, very clean with all you could need. Location not too bad but stay train station side of residence.

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by ctlowe885 – posted on Jul 14, 2008

5

Well equipped, clean and tidy rooms. Although the location wasn´t so good and I wouldn´t want to wander round late at night on my own, I didn´t have any problems.

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by emsthes – posted on Jul 12, 2008

9

This place is really great if you like to have some privacy. The location is not that great in terms of the surrounding neighborhood, though the whole city is walkable. You have your own kitchen, there is laundry and internet and the staff is helpful.

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by willywonka8376 – posted on Jul 9, 2008

5

Neighbourghood very bad.

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by agonzalez2027 – posted on Jul 1, 2008

1

It's a univ. dormitory. Fun: TV-watching room, computer room to check your email, a few shelves of books from around the world. I gave "average" for location and security, because on one hand it seems to be located in a quite risky part of town, but on the other hand it's close to the... more It's a univ. dormitory. Fun: TV-watching room, computer room to check your email, a few shelves of books from around the world. I gave "average" for location and security, because on one hand it seems to be located in a quite risky part of town, but on the other hand it's close to the "parte vieja". No safes in rooms, but I felt secureclose

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by jedrzejnasiadek4977 – posted on Jul 1, 2008

2

This is a very good ensuit single room with the kitchen that include the whole cooking facility. Its worthy to pay only €36.00 and have a room at this kind of standard.

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by hadto – posted on Jun 11, 2008

2

This place looks like it may be in a shady area at first glance, but having lived around this area previously it's really not. It's the best deal you'll find for the money and location. Everything is within walking distance & it's set aside from the busy part (5 mins or so) so it's very... more This place looks like it may be in a shady area at first glance, but having lived around this area previously it's really not. It's the best deal you'll find for the money and location. Everything is within walking distance & it's set aside from the busy part (5 mins or so) so it's very quiet.This is why I rated low for fun- you don't really see anyone else other than the security officers. Security was helpful and spoke english. Also, this place was spotless. Definately worth it!close

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by adwolfe24114 – posted on Jun 5, 2008

2

It's a halls of residence, not really a hostel. Rooms are clean and individual which can be a nice break. I agree with a comment that comming back from the old town is a little dodge, but i found it well covered with police

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by luka-online9963 – posted on Jun 4, 2008

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