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Mendi Alai

3.5 star property
Family-friendly country house with winery and coffee shop/cafe

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Junior Suite, Terrace (Encina)
Front of property
Mountain view
Exterior detail
BBQ/picnic area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Bar
  • Kitchen
The current price is AU$151
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb

Explore the area

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Barrio Cezura, 23, Valle de Carranza, Vizcaya, 48891
  • Karpinabentura
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Bodega Casona Micaela
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Pozalagua Cave
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Bilbao (BIO)
    ‪90 min drive‬

Room options

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Double or Twin Room, Terrace

Double or Twin Room, Terrace

Highlights

Terrace
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

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Junior Suite, Terrace (Encina)

Junior Suite, Terrace (Encina)

Highlights

Terrace
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Blackout curtains
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Valle de Carranza

A family-friendly stay in Valle de Carranza awaits you at Mendi Alai. You'll be 12.2 km (7.6 mi) from Pozalagua Cave and 45 km (28 mi) from Vizcaya Bridge. Highlights at this country house include in-room free WiFi, fireplaces and balconies. .A day of pampering can include massages and mani/pedis. The restaurant, Mendi Alai, serves local cuisine. At the country house's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the kids' swimming pool along with access to bike hire and yoga classes. Business amenities include meeting rooms and a business centre. Other amenities include a winery, free Wi-Fi in public areas and a coffee shop/cafe. Continental breakfast is available daily between 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, including food and water bowls and pet-grooming services. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights in the region of this 3.5-property class Valle de Carranza country house include San Mames Stadium and Euskalduna Conference Centre and Concert Hall.
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What's nearby

  • Karpinabentura - 10 min drive
  • Pozalagua Cave - 20 min drive
  • Cabarceno Natural Park - 48 min drive
  • San Mames Stadium - 54 min drive
  • Guggenheim Museum Bilbao - 57 min drive

Getting around

  • Muskiz Station - 41 min drive
  • Bilbao (BIO) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casa Garras - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Rustic Rock Café - ‬38 min drive
  • ‪Bar Rosi - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Posada Calera - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪El Putxero - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Mendi Alai

Family-friendly country house with winery and coffee shop/cafe
A winery is on site. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms. A children's pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the family-friendly Mendi Alai. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Valle de Carranza country house is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Winery on site
  • Deli
  • Supervised kid's activities
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Beauty salon
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Mendi Alai offers 5 accommodations with fireplaces and complimentary bottles of water. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Valle de Carranza country house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. In-room massages and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 12 for adults and EUR 6 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of EUR 27; reservation required
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Mendi Alai

Things to do

  • Archery
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Library
  • Playground
  • Winery
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Free cot
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Free bottled water
  • Freezer
  • Hob
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Toaster
  • Toaster oven
  • Wet bar

More

  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 10 per pet, per day
  • Food and water bowls and pet-grooming services are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 25.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately EUR 12 for adults and from EUR 6 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 90 per vehicle (return, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Pet fee: EUR 10 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • A kitchen/kitchenette is available for an additional fee
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 25.0 per night
  • Hosted evening meal: EUR 27

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Mendi Alai Country House Valle de Carranza
Mendi Alai Country House
Mendi Alai Valle de Carranza
Mendi Alai Country House
Mendi Alai Valle de Carranza
Mendi Alai Country House Valle de Carranza

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Mendi Alai?

Mendi Alai offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Mendi Alai?

As of 23 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mendi Alai on 24 Feb 2025 start from AU$151.35, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Mendi Alai?

Yep, Mendi Alai has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Mendi Alai?

The closest beach to Mendi Alai is Orinon Beach (20 km).

Does Mendi Alai have a pool?

Mendi Alai has a kids' pool.

What makes Mendi Alai a romantic place to stay?

An attached winery and a champagne service, as well as fireplaces and private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Mendi Alai.

Is Mendi Alai family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and a playground, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Mendi Alai is a hit with families.

Does Mendi Alai serve breakfast?

Yep, continental breakfast is offered daily between 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Mendi Alai?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Mendi Alai?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Mendi Alai?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Mendi Alai?

Furry friends are welcome at Mendi Alai, with grooming services and food and water bowls on offer.

Mendi Alai Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JAIME

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Couldn’t locate in the dark
This might be a great place to stay (I am giving top ratings for some things I didn’t see) but I absolutely could not find it! The navigation in my rental car took me almost an hour away. Then some young men who were having a bachelor party helped me get navigation on my phone AND spoke to a helpful lady on the phone who offered to lead me in if I couldn’t find it. Then my phone died when I was almost there and refused to recharge with my cord. It must have had a short in it. I finally gave up and literally drove all night to Leon where a hotel let me sign in early. For this hotel I think it will definitely be best to plan plenty of time to arrive before dark.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Go here and keep going back
This is probably the friendliest and most helpful hotel I have ever stayed in, which after visiting hotels all over the world is the best compliment I can give. This family run hotel offers every kind of help and assistance you can imagine, from fixing and cleaning bikes and cars to exciting ideas of visits. The home made food is excellent and their farm produced goods are highly recommended for food buffs. Simply great. We are looking forward to visiting again next year.
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous surroundings and lovely hosts!
We arrived late afternoon and enjoyed a lovely quiet chill out and then went for a walk, fabulous views. The hotel is tucked away in a wonderful valley, and once you find it is a great base for exploring. Dinner was excellent, home cooked and delicious - best to book ahead. Mendi Alai is in a lovely valley,very peaceful and rural but at the same time only around half an hour to the Atlantic beaches and an hour to Bilbao for a visit to the Guggenheim. We were there for the European Challenge Rugby Final in Bilbao on the Friday night and as the game started quite late, we didn’t get back to the hotel until gone half past midnight. Our lovely hosts waited up for us and couldn’t have been more helpful overall, they speak English, French, Spanish and Basque! The room was well appointed and the bed very comfortable. If you want a quiet, relaxing time in beautiful surroundings, this is a great place to stay.

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Solo puedo escribir cosas buenas, en especial destacamos a la propietaria, super atenta y super amable! Ha sido una estancia corta pero repetiremos seguro más días. El lugar es ideal para desconectar o mejor aún, para conectar con la naturaleza. Destaco también la comida y sus opciones veganas y vegetarianas. Sin olvidarnos de la perrita, un amor.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Carlos Arturo

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
El lugar perfecto para una escapada en familia
Hemos estado una noche y nos ha encantado. El servicio y la atención han sido de 10 y sus propietarios unos excelentes anfitriones. La habitación es cómoda y la casa en general, muy limpia. El entorno natural, los animales, los espacios al aire libre, el servicio y la zona infantil, hacen de Mendi Alai, el lugar perfecto para una escapada en familia. Mi hijo de 2 años lo ha disfrutado muchísimo. Nosotros repetiremos sin dudarlo. Mención especial para el servicio de comidas y de desayuno, destacando las opciones veganas.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Britta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Prado

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

José Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Asier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
tanto la chica y el chico que llevan la casa rural son muy amables , nos sentimos como en casa se esta muy bien lo recomiendo
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Akop

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
El hotel está en un enclave privilegiado, aunque hay problemas para llegar al lugar cómodamente, la habitación es muy cómoda aunque el baño no tiene ventana, el personal es muy agradable, así como la atención e información que dan.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Tranquilidad y confort, con un paisaje precioso.
Un lugar estupendo para alojarse, en un entorno maravilloso. Unos desayunos riquísimos y un trato excelente de Victoria, y de Sergio. Para repetir.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ernesto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Con ganas de poder volver
El único problema es que hay que recurrir al navegador para poder encontrarlo. Todo lo demás me ha parecido extraordinario, el trato, limpieza, comida y desayuno. Me he quedado con ganas de volver.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Beatriz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Muy recomendable
Totalmente Recomendable, los propietarios son un encanto y el trato es estupendo. La habilitación era enorme y no le faltaba un detalle, en el baño había hasta toallitas desmaquillantes. El desayuno abundante y muy rico. Todo muy limpio y la cama comodisma. El entorno es perfecto para relajarse y disfrutar de la naturaleza. Gracias por tratarnos tan bien!!.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Que os manden ubicación bien ya que es de difícil acesso
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

MIREN ARGIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Todos deberían conocer este lugar. ENCANTADOR
Hemos estado muuuuuuuuuy a gusto. Es imposible no estarlo con lo atentos que son los que llevan el lugar. Están súper pendientes de uno y te hacen sentir en casa. Cenamos bueniiiiiiiiiisimooooo. Croquetas riquísimas, postres caseros. Desayuno con mermeladas caseras también. Pero repito, la atención inmejorable, pendientes en todo momento de cualquier cosa que se pueda querer o necesitar. Gracias, gracias y gracias.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Charmerende sted langt ude på landet
Utroligt venlig ejer/receptionist der taler udmærket engelsk. Sen indcheckning og aftensmad var intet problem, og de hjalp med at anbefale seværdigheder. Aftensmaden var god og der blev brugt lokale råvarer. Værelset (handicapvenligt) var stort og virkede nyt. Desværre var værelset så tæt på receptionen/fællesområdet at man følte at man sov midt i receptionen. Sengen var betrukket med noget der lød som plastik og sengetøjet lugtede en lille smule surt. Landlige omgivelser og meget smukt sted, langt fra alfarvej. Hanen stod tidligt op og galede lige uden for vinduet.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Trevlig personal
Trevlig personal
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017