Brindos, Lac & Château
Hispano-Moorish vintage glamour meets lakeside nature retreat. Think dandy British bar next to Bali-style floating cabins. The aesthetic threads gold as a common thread through ornate interiors, but the overall feel is relaxed, not stuffy. Basque culture is woven in through the room names, menu, and design references to local dance and music traditions.
The floating lodges rock gently and can only be reached by summoning the hotel's electric boat — factor that into late-night plans
Why It Matters
The only hotel in France — possibly Europe — where you choose between sleeping in a lakeside château or a lodge floating on a private lake accessible only by silent electric boat. The château itself has genuine architectural history: Hispano-Moorish design by Biarritz architect William Marcel, a former ballroom that's now the bar, and a restaurant that earned a Michelin star under previous ownership. The spa extends onto the water with treatment cabins among the water lilies.
A 1930s Hispano-Moorish château on one of France's largest private lakes, set in a 14-hectare park just 1 km from Biarritz Airport. The hotel splits its personality cleanly: vintage glamour in the main château (crystal chandeliers, golden-bamboo furnishings, velvet sofas), and something genuinely unusual out on the water — 10 floating lodges reachable only by electric boat. Both experiences are excellent. Neither is quite like anything else on the Basque Coast.
Where You'll Stay
9 room types available
Deluxe Room – Garden View
Spacious rooms at 42 m² with a terrace or balcony looking onto the château gardens. The extra space over Superior rooms buys you a bathtub option and a more generous footprint. Ground floor position makes these wheelchair-accessible (PMR room available).
Double or twin · 42 sqm
Double Lodge
Thirty square meters floating on the lake. Wood-lined walls, a king bed facing the water, and a terrace with day-beds and dining space. The whole thing rocks gently. You reach it by electric boat — call reception when you want to return to shore. Simpler in style than the château rooms, but the isolation and water-lily views are something else entirely.
King · 30 sqmFamily Lodge
The two-bedroom floating lodge for families or groups of four. Two separate king bedrooms, a living room, and the same panoramic lake terrace setup as the other lodges. Same boat-access logistics apply. Note: not suitable for children under 6.
Two king beds · 40 sqmLodge with Spa
The upgrade on the standard floating lodge: 47 m² with a private Nordic bath on the terrace alongside the dining space and day-beds. A dedicated living room separates the sleeping area. Still boat-access only. The Nordic bath overlooking open lake water at night is the thing people come back for.
King · 47 sqmPresidential Suite
Called La Fleur Soleil, this 85 m² two-bedroom suite on the 2nd floor of the château is the flagship room in the main building. Two king bedrooms, two bathrooms each with bathtub and walk-in shower and lake views, plus a 62 m² terrace. Sleeps up to 6. Antique statement pieces, chandeliers, wood flooring, and the green-and-gold color palette at their most theatrical.
Two king or twin beds · 85 sqmPrestige Room – Lake View
The sweet spot in the room lineup. At 45 m² on the 1st or 2nd floor, these deliver proper panoramic lake views through large windows with an alcove bed arrangement. Bathroom has both bath and shower, separated by a glass partition so you're looking at the lake while soaking.
Double or twin · 45 sqmSuite
53 m² suites on the 1st and 2nd floors of the château proper. The living area with sofa bed makes these practical for families or guests who want the run of a separate lounge. Terrace overlooks the lake. Both bathtub and shower in the bathroom.
King or twin · 53 sqm
Superior Room
The entry point into Brindos. At 36 m², these rooms are comfortable rather than generous — but the Basque-inspired decor is warm, with views of either the lake or the gardens. Terraces on both ground and second floor options. Connecting rooms available for families.
Double or twin · 36 sqmSuperior Suite
Named Les Platanes or Les Mimosas, these 55 m² suites sit on the 1st floor of the château and come with a substantial 45 m² private terrace. The promise here is genuinely outdoor living. Lounge area with sofa bed for extra guests.
King or twin · 55 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
4 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Silent electric wooden boats, crewed by hotel staff, ferry guests between the château shore and the floating lodges at any time of day. The crossing takes about five minutes across the private lake.
The surrounding Basque Country is popular for hiking and cycling. The hotel can assist with bike rental and itinerary suggestions.
A 20-minute walk around the lake under a canopy of trees. Birdsong, herons, and waterside greenery. Guests frequently cite this as a highlight.
Regular live music nights in the original ballroom-turned-bar. Seasonal programme of performances year-round.
Bespoke cocktail-making workshops available as part of packages or on request.
The Scottish-style bar stocks an extensive selection of spirits. Wine tasting sessions can also be arranged on the terrace overlooking the lake.
Non-motorised water activities on the private lake.
The hotel can arrange surf gear rental. Biarritz's Côte des Basques was where European surfing was introduced — there are 11 beaches in Anglet and 6 in Biarritz nearby.
Yoga sessions held on the pontoon platform over the lake. Seasonal offering (May–October) coordinated through the Spa de Brindos.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
PMR (Personne à Mobilité Réduite) accessible rooms available in the Deluxe Garden View and Prestige Lake View categories.
Three flexible meeting rooms, all with natural light and modern AV equipment. The estate also handles seminars and professional events.
Freshly prepared breakfast buffet included for guests, served at La Chocolaterie. Sweet and savoury Basque-inspired options made on-site.
Fully equipped fitness room with weight-training machines, accessible to all guests.
On-site private parking, free of charge, no reservation required.
Pets (dogs and cats) allowed in guestrooms. Size limitations may apply. Bowls and baskets provided.
Seasonal outdoor heated pool set in the château gardens. A pool bar serves snacks and drinks. Pristine, according to multiple guest reviews.
Available 7:30am to 10pm.
Hotel runs a complimentary shuttle seating up to 6 guests between the property, Biarritz-Anglet-Bayonne Airport (5 min), and Biarritz train station (also 5 min). Both are under 2 km away.
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