Hôtel de la Plage

Hotel lives up to its high reviews. It is situated at the Bay of Biscay and the main shopping and restaurant neighborhood. It was easy walking And viewing the beach with swimmers enjoying the temperate water. The hotel had the friendliest staff that I have ever experienced and I am an old traveler. And they were sympathetic and attentive upon learning that our luggage was delayed. They enthusiastically with kindness helped me with my learning french. The hotel was modern with a seaside vibe. Our room (#111) was quiet and larger than the hotel website room photos. Comfortable beds and pillows. I was able to watch a couple of english speaking TV channels. The Breakfast was fabulous and worth 21 euros. They made good americano espresso with hot milk as requested. We had their dinner veal dish which was very tasty. The IPA beer was Marea which my husband enjoyed. I had the glass of rose which was perfect for sipping with or without food. In France, all areas have safe tap water to drink. The hotel kept a pitcher of water and basque cake available for its guests.

We stayed at Hotel de la Plage in Biarritz for one night as part of our road trip through the South of France. The hotel’s location is both its biggest strength and its main challenge: arriving by car is not exactly straightforward due to its position, but if you book a room overlooking Port Vieux beach, the view is truly exceptional.|The welcome at reception was managed by just one person, who struggled with English and offered only limited guidance. Information about car access was unclear: after passing the entry barrier, we later discovered—only by trial and error—that we were not supposed to continue past the traffic light but instead turn back, circle around, and wait for the receptionist to reopen the barrier from outside. Not the smoothest start to our stay.|There was no luggage assistance at check-in or check-out—perhaps understandable given the summer heatwave, but still disappointing for a hotel in this category. Parking is self-managed, and guests need to hope for a spot in one of the nearby underground car parks. We were lucky enough to find space in the closest one, but be warned: access lanes and parking spaces are extremely tight, so smaller or mid-size cars are strongly recommended.|Our room, however, made up for much of the hassle: located on a higher floor, it offered a spectacular view of the sea, tasteful décor, and a stylish bathroom—although the frosted sliding door provided little privacy.|The rooftop terrace is a highlight, perfect for sunset drinks or a romantic dinner. Breakfast is served in the same location, but it was fairly basic both in terms of choice and quality.|Overall, this is a good hotel with an unbeatable location, but it could greatly improve by paying more attention to guest services.

Me and my partner joined for breakfast on the rooftop. I was not a fan since there is basically one option which is breakfast for 11 euro with coffee juice and 2 mini pastries. It says the juice was fresh but I honestly doubt it… View was great but not great food option no drink option. Or dairy free options for lactose intolerant like me . I asked for just bread with jam and good thing I asked for couple extra slices since I got those tine little slice 😅 I would expect more from a 4* hotel. But the view is great

We didn’t stay at the hotel but went for pre-dinner drinks and to watch the sunset at the rooftop bar. What a fantastic location. There were six of us in the group. We were given a great table with a view of the sunset. The cocktails were delicious and we also had some very tasty snacks. There was also some very cool live music which added to the great ambience. The staff were all very friendly and helpful in choosing our drinks which was the icing on the cake. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a cool place to hang out in Biarritz.

We really enjoyed our stay at this hotel. It is super clean and modern in a fantastic location right next to the beach. ||Staff is very friendly and accommodating. ||We would stay again in a heartbeat.

In June 2025, we had the absolute pleasure of spending seven glorious days in Biarritz at the stunning Hôtel de la Plage. Without a doubt, this is one of the finest hotels we’ve ever stayed in—and a huge part of that is down to the wonderful staff, who go above and beyond to make every guest feel welcome and cared for. We particularly loved chatting with Lori (not sure about spelling of her nane) and Julien, but honestly, every team member was fantastic. The location is perfect—just less than a stone’s throw from Port Vieux Plage, meaning you can fall asleep to the sound of the waves and be dipping your toes in the sea in less than a minute. Pure bliss! We were already thrilled to visit Biarritz, but this hotel made our trip five times better than we’d ever imagined. We’ll be back soon—and when we do, we’ll be booking Hôtel de la Plage again without hesitation. If you’re reading this and considering a stay here, don’t wait —secure your room before they’re snapped up! Trust us, you’ll love every moment at Hôtel de la Plage. Happy travels! P.S. – Say hello to Lori and Julien for us!

Great hotel, very warm and professional service, very nice rooftop. A little too pricey for the whole experience but definitely a good pick.

Loved our stay here with several friends, rooms are stunning and attention to detail is amazing - stayed in their sister villa which was also fabulous - thanks so much