Hôtel de la Plage Biarritz
Surf-chic coastal boutique. Think sea-bleached timbers, oceanic colour palette, a surfboard propped in the lobby, and organic-lined furniture — cool but not pretentious. The whole feel is Basque coast reimagined through a modern lens.
Book the Signature Room for two private balconies — one from the bedroom, one from the bathroom — both looking directly at the Rocher de la Vierge
Why It Matters
One of the only hotels in Biarritz with rooms that feel genuinely beachfront — some guests report hearing waves from their pillow. The 2022 refit turned a legendary address into a design property without losing the soul of the place. The rooftop has its own cult following in Biarritz.
A 20-room, 4-star boutique hotel sitting directly above Port Vieux beach, right between Villa Belza and the Rocher de la Vierge. Fully refurbished and reopened in spring 2022, it trades in cove blue and pine green walls, natural materials, and a mix of local and ethnic art. Sixteen of the twenty rooms face the ocean. The rooftop bar — open seasonally from April 1st — is the defining draw: panoramic Atlantic views, tapas, cocktails, and Biarritz sunsets that guests consistently rate as the best in town.
Where You'll Stay
7 room types available
Comfort Ocean Room
From EUR240 / nightAt 20–22 sqm, a slightly larger ocean-facing room with a 180cm bed upgrade. Views over the beach and the Rocher de la Vierge. All the standard amenities. The step up from Standard in both size and bedding.
180cm double · 21 sqmDouble Room Patio View
From EUR170 / nightA step up in space at 22–25 sqm, this room faces the interior patio courtyard. Has a private balcony for outdoor sitting. Good for couples who want more room and don't need the ocean view, or who prefer a quieter courtyard-facing aspect.
180cm double · 23 sqm
Garden Level Room
From EUR210 / nightGround-floor room at 22–25 sqm with direct access to Port Vieux beach and the city centre shops and restaurants. No balcony, but the trade-off is you step straight out onto the esplanade. A trade-off worth considering: maximum convenience, slightly less privacy.
160cm double · 23 sqm
Signature Room
From EUR300 / nightThe top room at 26 sqm — not vast, but the design and two private balconies make it the standout. One balcony off the bedroom, one off the bathroom, both facing the Rocher de la Vierge. Natural materials, soft tones, vintage and ethnic details woven in. Also the only accessible room in the property. Sunsets from this room are reportedly spectacular.
180cm double · 26 sqmSingle Room Patio View
From EUR150 / nightThe smallest room in the hotel at 18 sqm, designed for solo travellers. Faces the hotel's green interior patio rather than the ocean. Has a private balcony overlooking the courtyard garden — calm and sheltered. Good for guests who want quiet over views.
160cm double · 18 sqmStandard Ocean Room
From EUR210 / nightThe entry point for ocean views. At 18–20 sqm these are intimate rooms — small by four-star standards — but wake up to Port Vieux beach right outside the window and the size becomes less of an issue. No balcony at this tier.
160cm double · 19 sqmSuperior Room Ocean
From EUR260 / night20–24 sqm with a private balcony over the ocean — the first tier to include outdoor space with sea views. A solid sweet-spot room: you get the private balcony, the 180cm bed, the ocean panorama, without going all the way to the Signature.
180cm double · 22 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
2 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Bikes available to rent at the hotel for exploring Biarritz and the Basque coast at your own pace.
The hotel's concierge service, operated through the Ô Fil De LO collection platform, can arrange surf lessons, restaurant reservations, local excursions, and Basque Country activities. Biarritz French Surf School is 250m away.
A curated boutique inside the hotel selling clothing, decorative objects, local Basque products, and gifts. One of the more distinctive features of the property — not a standard hotel gift shop.
The rooftop terrace can be privatised for birthdays, weddings, family gatherings, or corporate events. Staff handle catering, floral decoration, musical entertainment, and photography. Contact commercial@o-fildelo.com.
The hotel's signature experience — drinks and tapas on the panoramic rooftop terrace as the Atlantic sun drops. Open seasonally from April 1st. Reservations available from 6:30pm.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Elevator access to upper floors.
Complimentary wired and wireless internet access throughout the property and in all rooms.
Flat-screen TV with satellite channels in all rooms.
Directly above Port Vieux beach — the hotel esplanade is 50 metres from the sand.
Panoramic rooftop terrace with ocean views over Port Vieux and the Rocher de la Vierge. Seasonal (from April 1st). Primary outdoor social space for the hotel.
Green interior courtyard/patio accessible from garden-level and patio-view rooms.
Minibar/mini fridge in all rooms.
Soundproofed walls and windows throughout. Some guest reviews note occasional noise in certain rooms.
All 20 rooms are air-conditioned.
Espresso machine and tea/coffee making facilities in all rooms.
Safe box in all rooms.
Luggage storage available at the hotel.
Full concierge via Ô Fil De LO platform — restaurant reservations, surf lessons, local excursions, and more.
Daily housekeeping included.
Room service available.
Laundry service available at additional charge.
On-site shop selling curated local clothing, decorative objects, Basque products and gifts.
No hotel parking available. Nearest public parking garage is approximately a 5-minute walk from the hotel. Guests consistently flag this as an inconvenience for car arrivals.
No swimming pool on-site. Port Vieux beach is 50 metres away.
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