The three-and-a-half-pearl le Windsor Grande Plage Biarritz is a boutique townhouse hotel in an excellent location between Biarritz's city center and the main beach. The 48 minimalist rooms are done in simple, contemporary white decor, with amenities including air-conditioning, free Wi-Fi, and flat-screen TVs. Higher categories offer gorgeous sea views. There’s a breakfast room (buffet breakfast is included in the rates) and in summer months, a cafe on the seafront promenade. Downsides? None of the common spaces have a sea view. For an upper-middle-range hotel near the sea, rates are good, but it’s also worth looking at the pricier Hotel Cafe de Paris -- where the bar, restaurant, and all rooms have an ocean view.
The three-and-a-half-pearl le Windsor Grande Plage Biarritz is a boutique townhouse hotel in an excellent location between Biarritz's city center and the main beach. The 48 minimalist rooms are done in simple, contemporary white decor, with amenities including air-conditioning, free Wi-Fi, and flat-screen TVs. Higher categories offer gorgeous sea views. There’s a breakfast room (buffet breakfast is included in the rates) and in summer months, a cafe on the seafront promenade. Downsides? None of the common spaces have a sea view. For an upper-middle-range hotel near the sea, rates are good, but it’s also worth looking at the pricier Hotel Cafe de Paris -- where the bar, restaurant, and all rooms have an ocean view.
Hotel du Palais is a four-and-a-half-pearl luxury hotel on the Bay of Biscay overlooking Grand Plage beach, a short walk from Biarritz shopping and dining. Originally built in 1855, the hotel is filled with richly detailed Second Empire interiors. The excellent amenities are highlighted by the seasonal outdoor and indoor atrium swimming pools, plus a fitness center, Guerlain spa with sauna and steam room, and Michelin-starred restaurant. The 153 elegant and classically styled rooms come with marble bathrooms, minibars, free Wi-Fi, and flat-screen TVs. Some feature ocean views. Travelers seeking a high-end hotel with a more contemporary style and lower rates might consider the nearby Sofitel Biarritz Le Miramar Thalassa Sea & Spa.
Hotel du Palais is a four-and-a-half-pearl luxury hotel on the Bay of Biscay overlooking Grand Plage beach, a short walk from Biarritz shopping and dining. Originally built in 1855, the hotel is filled with richly detailed Second Empire interiors. The excellent amenities are highlighted by the seasonal outdoor and indoor atrium swimming pools, plus a fitness center, Guerlain spa with sauna and steam room, and Michelin-starred restaurant. The 153 elegant and classically styled rooms come with marble bathrooms, minibars, free Wi-Fi, and flat-screen TVs. Some feature ocean views. Travelers seeking a high-end hotel with a more contemporary style and lower rates might consider the nearby Sofitel Biarritz Le Miramar Thalassa Sea & Spa.
Hotel Alcyon is a three-pearl boutique hotel in central Biarritz. The location is great -- close to plenty of cafes and bistros, and just a five-minute walk to La Grande Plage. There are nice historic details at this 19th-century property, including a Belle Epoque breakfast room. However, there are no other on-site facilities. The 15 cozy rooms eschew classic decor for modern neutral tones, and feature amenities like flat-screen TVs and mini-fridges. Unfortunately, Wi-Fi is sketchy. The hotel appeals to couples of all ages looking for a more affordable Belle Epoque base than the hotels on the beachfront. Even so, it’s worth comparing rates at Hotel Saint-Julien, which also has period features, plus chicer rooms and the bonus of private parking.
Hotel Alcyon is a three-pearl boutique hotel in central Biarritz. The location is great -- close to plenty of cafes and bistros, and just a five-minute walk to La Grande Plage. There are nice historic details at this 19th-century property, including a Belle Epoque breakfast room. However, there are no other on-site facilities. The 15 cozy rooms eschew classic decor for modern neutral tones, and feature amenities like flat-screen TVs and mini-fridges. Unfortunately, Wi-Fi is sketchy. The hotel appeals to couples of all ages looking for a more affordable Belle Epoque base than the hotels on the beachfront. Even so, it’s worth comparing rates at Hotel Saint-Julien, which also has period features, plus chicer rooms and the bonus of private parking.
This upper-middle-range hotel from the Radisson Blu chain is situated a five-minute walk from Côte des Basques Beach and close to plenty of restaurants, shops, and Rocher de la Vierge. Decor-wise, spaces are fairly bland and chainlike, but the 150 guest rooms are clean and come with flat-screen TVs, minibars, and free Wi-Fi. Upper-category units add Nespresso machines and free buffet breakfasts. There are two restaurants and bars, including a panoramic rooftop bar with an outdoor terrace that offers great views over the city and water. Other features include a seasonal rooftop pool, a spa with a sauna and hammam, and nine meeting rooms. The fitness room is small and not well equipped. For something more stylish, check out the upscale Le Regina Biarritz Hotel & Spa -- but expect to pay higher rates.
This upper-middle-range hotel from the Radisson Blu chain is situated a five-minute walk from Côte des Basques Beach and close to plenty of restaurants, shops, and Rocher de la Vierge. Decor-wise, spaces are fairly bland and chainlike, but the 150 guest rooms are clean and come with flat-screen TVs, minibars, and free Wi-Fi. Upper-category units add Nespresso machines and free buffet breakfasts. There are two restaurants and bars, including a panoramic rooftop bar with an outdoor terrace that offers great views over the city and water. Other features include a seasonal rooftop pool, a spa with a sauna and hammam, and nine meeting rooms. The fitness room is small and not well equipped. For something more stylish, check out the upscale Le Regina Biarritz Hotel & Spa -- but expect to pay higher rates.