Hotel de la Plage  

On Biarritz’s sunlit shoreline, this beach hotel sits steps from Port-Vieux Beach and a short stroll to the city centre. Villa Belza, the Old Harbor, the Sea Museum and Biarritz Aquarium are all within easy walking distance — perfect for beach days and quick city exploring.

Rooms are compact and modern with flat-screen TVs, minibars, air-conditioning and desks. Bathrooms come with showers or bathtubs and complimentary toiletries. Cribs can be requested (surcharge) and daily housekeeping keeps things tidy. Multilingual staff (French, English, Spanish) add a local touch.

Wake up to sea-breeze mornings and stay connected with complimentary wired and wireless internet. Grab a drink at the bar, rent a bicycle to explore the coast, or stash your gear in secure luggage storage. The hotel also offers an elevator, concierge service and a safe-deposit box.

A conference hall is available for meetings, board sessions or interviews. Complimentary wired and wireless internet keeps you online, and the hotel provides luggage storage and a safe for business travelers.

Start with a buffet or continental breakfast (for a fee) and sample local Basque flavors in the on-site restaurant. There’s a bar/lounge for evening drinks, a snack bar/deli for quick bites, and room service when you want to stay in.