Hotel Nafarrola Gastronomy & Wine
Basque bon vivant — rustic-minimalist farmhouse with Scandinavian-influenced interiors, serious food credentials, and a slow-living ethos. Think exposed stone walls, pale wood, skylights, and a wine cellar that gets genuine attention.
Book the ROLA tasting menu when you reserve your room — it fills up quickly and requires advance booking
Why It Matters
Only 8 rooms, opened 2021, already in Michelin Guide and Mr & Mrs Smith. The food and wine programme is the real draw: a tasting menu that costs €95 and showcases Urdaibai's ecosystems course by course. The brothers source from local farmers, fishers, and artisans — down to the hand-thrown ceramics on the breakfast table. Certified by EUROPARC for sustainable tourism, Cycling Friendly, ETI Smart Tourism Company, and Queer Destinations Committed.
A restored 13th-century Basque farmhouse run by brothers Josu and Gaizka Goikoetxea Larrauri, who opened Nafarrola in 2021 on their family's land. Eight suites only. Gaizka runs ROLA restaurant — farm-to-table Basque cooking with a 250-bottle cellar — while Josu curates every experience, from txakoli winery tours to forest massages. Set on 25 acres inside the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve, with the Bay of Biscay visible across the valley and Bilbao airport 23km away.
Where You'll Stay
4 room types available
Deluxe Room (Eguzkia)
Named 'Eguzkia' — 'Sun' in Basque. Large glass doors open onto a private balcony angled for sunrise. One of the largest rooms at 45 m2. The log-burning stove makes it genuinely cosy in winter, and the skylight above the jacuzzi is perfect for stargazing. An armchair converts to an extra bed if needed.
King · 45 sqmJunior Suite
The top pick for skygazers — large ceiling windows sit directly above both the king size bed and the round hot tub, so you can stare at the stars from either. 45 m2, wood-burning stove, covered terrace. The most dramatic room in the hotel. Note: walk-in showers sit within the bedroom, so privacy between couples is fine but worth knowing about.
King · 45 sqmStandard Room
Entry-level room, but not a compromise. Stone walls fused with white and natural wood give it the character of the historic Nafarrola Erdikoa farmhouse. Compact at 25 m2, but thoughtfully equipped. All the essentials are covered — the whirlpool tub is the centrepiece of the bathroom.
Double · 25 sqmSuperior Room
Steps up meaningfully from Standard — 35 m2, and with a furnished private terrace complete with hammocks, table and chairs. The king size (2m) bed and full jacuzzi make this a solid upgrade. Good for sun worshippers year-round.
King · 35 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
1 venue on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
The Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve hosts 250 bird species. The hotel can arrange a wildlife guide. Key spots include the Arteaga wetlands, Busturia observation points, and the Urdaibai Bird Center.
Visit to local artisan cheesemakers. Arranged by the hotel. Accessible experience.
In-depth cookery classes covering traditional Basque techniques, plus shorter culinary workshops each focusing on a different aspect of Basque cuisine. Chef Gaizka teaches pintxos-making and the art of cooking tuna. Participants eat what they cook.
Behind-the-scenes tours at local txakoli producers in and around Bakio, including private tastings. Arranged by the hotel.
Guided private tasting through 250+ wine references including 40+ Txakoli from Bizkaia. Led by Josu Goikoetxea Larrauri, co-owner and the wine specialist of the duo. Accessible to guests.
Guided visit to areas of tourist interest in a classic 4x4 vehicle with gastronomic service included. Hired in advance.
The hotel holds Cycling Friendly certification. Dedicated bike storage space with tools, lockers, pumps, and exclusive services. Route maps available to download. Three, five, and seven-day cycling programmes across Urdaibai's roads, mountain routes, and forests. Isotonic drinks and energy bars on hand.
Guided helicopter tour departing from the hotel's own heliport. Routes over Gaztelugatxe island or the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve.
Guided and self-guided hikes from the hotel across the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve, Oma Forest, Urkiola Natural Park, and historic settlements like Forua. Josu can recommend routes for all levels. Picnic baskets can be prepared on request.
Private massage in the estate's historic oak and fir woodland. Advance booking required; weather-dependent.
Private experience introducing the traditional Basque ball sport — with a professional demonstration, a chance to play, and a traditional Basque aperitif to follow. Advance booking required.
A private guided tour of the Guggenheim Bilbao arranged by the hotel. Priced per two people. Advance booking required.
Private live performance of lyrical singing or traditional Basque songs at the hotel. Available for individuals or groups. Advance booking required.
Private visit to the workshop of potter Vicente, who makes the hotel's one-of-a-kind tableware. Not normally open to the public. Includes an introduction to pottery with the chance to buy pieces. Advance booking required.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Elevator on-site for guests with mobility limitations.
One Junior Suite specially adapted with a roll-in shower for guests with limited mobility. All communal spaces are wheelchair accessible. Adapted toilet in common areas.
Banquets for up to 50 people. Full hotel rental available for exclusive events (corporate, weddings, private parties).
Free WiFi throughout the property, including rooms and common areas. Speeds of 25+ Mbps noted.
Self-service honesty bar in the communal lounge with chilled beers, spirits, and liqueurs. Staff can also bring bottles from the wine cellar or mix cocktails.
All rooms stocked with Per Purr bath products, bathrobes, and slippers.
Safety deposit box in all rooms.
There is no swimming pool on-site.
Reception available 24 hours, in-person and by phone. Staff speak English, Spanish, Basque, and French. Check-in from 5pm, check-out by noon (flexible).
ROLA dinner menu dishes can be delivered to rooms. Breakfast in bed available for an extra charge.
Hotel prepares customised picnic baskets for guests to enjoy on hikes or excursions.
24–48 hour turnaround laundry service available.
Cycling Friendly-certified secure bike storage with tools, lockers, pump, and tracks. Bike rental available in advance. Isotonic drinks and energy bars provided.
On-site kitchen garden and orchard supplying the ROLA restaurant. Lemon, cherry, walnut, apple and peach trees noted on the estate.
All energy sourced from solar panels. Water from the hotel's own mountain spring. EUROPARC-certified sustainable tourism property.
One electric car charging space included in the free parking area.
On-site private parking including one EV charging point.
Yoga mat provided in every room.
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