Hotel de la Plage is a wonderful hotel in a fantastic location, overlooking the Plage du Port Vieux in Biarritz. From our hotel, we could watch swimmers and surfers right from our room, along with some spectacular sunsets.
The decor is contemporary European boutique with a minimalist coastal design. It fits beautifully with the Basque coastal setting and Biarritz's relaxed seaside character. However, some travelers may find the lack of drawers or cabinets for clothing inconvenient, as most of the storage is open. The bathroom also has an open, see-through door, which may not appeal to everyone.
We booked a Superior Double Room with Ocean View and Balcony. Although the room itself was spacious, the balcony was quite small and did not have chairs. Our room was 116, which offered wonderful side views of the water and beach. On a future visit, we would upgrade to one of the corner rooms with a larger balcony and outdoor seating, which would make it much easier to sit outside and enjoy the view.
The staff were very friendly, helpful, and accommodating. One especially nice touch was their willingness to prepare cappuccinos and coffee to take with us in the morning. The coffee shops in the area generally opened later than we needed before the start of our tours, so having the hotel staff prepare coffee for us was extremely convenient.
Overall, we really enjoyed our stay. The location, views, friendly staff, and relaxed coastal atmosphere made Hotel de la Plage a wonderful base for exploring Biarritz and the Basque Country. read more