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Hotel Arbaso is housed in a 19th-century
neoclassical building, whose sandstone faça-
de—like the rest of the architectural ensemble
of the Plaza del Buen Pastor—is protected.
Opened in 2020, the hotel has successfully
preserved its original architectural essence,
combining it with contemporary elements that
bring warmth and elegance to its spaces.
Interior design:
tradition and cutting edge
The interior design of Hotel Arbaso is an ode
to Basque culture and cutting-edge design.
The spaces were conceived by architect Iñi-
go Garate and interior designers Arantza Ania
and Amaria Orrico, who have achieved a per-
fect balance between classic and modern. The
furnishings include pieces by renowned desig-
ners such as Norman Foster and Rafael Mo-
neo, as well as local handcrafted elements that
add authenticity and character.
Noble materials such as walnut and oak wood,
wrought iron, and marble are combined with
contemporary details, creating a warm and so-
phisticated atmosphere. Notable are the “walls
of light” by artist Aitor Ortiz, a photographic
installation that simulates solid stone blocks,
adding an artistic dimension to the hotel lobby.
View of the living room in the Sua room
PLACES TO DREAM
Detail of the dining area, Sua bedroom
Rooms: comfort and personality
Hotel Arbaso has 50 rooms distributed over five
floors, each designed to offer maximum comfort
and a personalised experience. The rooms, ran-
ging from 23 to 73 square metres, are divided into
ten different categories, each with its own name
in Basque: Izar (Single Room), Xirimiri (Standard
Double), Sustrai (Deluxe Room with Balcony), Ola-
tu (Premium Room with Balcony and Bay Window),
Ilargi (Junior Suite with Living Room and Bedroom),
Sua (Duplex Penthouse with One Bedroom and a
Living Room with Wood Fireplace), Zerua (Pre-
mium Penthouse with Living Room and Bedroom),
Hodei (Two-Bedroom Suite), Basoa (Suite with Li-
ving Room and Two Bedrooms), and Zuhaitz (Fa-
mily Room with Two Interconnected Bedrooms).
Each room is equipped with king-size beds, Mars-
hall speakers, Apivita amenities, and state-of-the-
art technology such as automated lighting and ra-
in-effect showers.
The décor, in green and white tones, evokes the
forests of the Basque Country, creating a serene
and relaxing atmosphere.
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