The Cite de l'Ocean et du Surf in Biarritz is a striking contemporary museum dedicated to the history and culture of surfing in Europe, tracing the sport's introduction to the Basque coast in the 1950s by Hollywood actor Peter Viertel and the subsequent development of Biarritz as Europe's surfing capital. The museum building itself, shaped like a wave, is an architectural landmark. Hotels near the Cite de l'Ocean are in Biarritz's Miramar district, close to the Cote des Basques beach where the European surfing tradition was born.
Our Picks — Biarritz
Grande Plage / Casino
Historic imperial palace on the ocean with luxury spa, fine dining, and stunning Atlantic views. [Tripadvisor](https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g187080-d280969-Reviews-Hotel_Du_Palais_Biarritz-Biarritz_Basque_Country_Pyrenees_Atlantiques_Nouvelle_Aquitaine-Hotels.html) [Hyatt](https://www.hyatt.com/unbound-collection/fr-FR/biqub-hotel-du-palais-biarritz)
Côte des Basques
5-star thalasso spa resort with direct beach access, sea-view terraces, indoor/outdoor pools. [Accor](https://all.accor.com/hotel/2049/index.fr.shtml)
Centre / Old Town
Chic 3-star boutique blending Basque elegance and modern comfort, near beaches with sea views. [Official](https://hotel-saint-julien-biarritz.fr/en/) [Tripadvisor](https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g187080-d611694-Reviews-Hotel_Saint_Julien-Biarritz_Basque_Country_Pyrenees_Atlantiques_Nouvelle_Aquitaine-Hotels.html)
Milady Beach
Charming 19th-century ivy-covered mansion near beaches, market; guesthouse atmosphere. [Tripadvisor](https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g187080-d655215-Reviews-La_Maison_du_Lierre-Biarritz_Basque_Country_Pyrenees_Atlantiques_Nouvelle_Aquitaine-Hotels.html)
Centre
Elegant 4-star villa hotel central to beaches/restaurants, with private terraces and comfort. [Tripadvisor](https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g187080-d1548956-Reviews-Hotel_Villa_KOEGUI_Biarritz-Biarritz_Basque_Country_Pyrenees_Atlantiques_Nouvelle_Aqui.html)
Near Grande Plage
Neo-retro 4-star design hotel with heated pool, Basque neo-bistro, surf chic vibe. [Expedia](https://www.expedia.com/Biarritz-Hotels-LE-GARAGE-BIARRITZ.h72400961.Hotel-Information)
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