La Grande Plage is Biarritz's main beach, a wide crescent of fine sand in front of the grand Casino Municipal that was the playground of Napoleon III and Empress Eugenie in the 1850s and introduced the French to the concept of the seaside resort. Today the beach is animated by surfers, sun-bathers, and the traditional striped beach tents that lend it a distinctly Belle Epoque atmosphere. Hotels near Grande Plage in central Biarritz are at the heart of this aristocratic Basque resort, within easy reach of the lighthouse, the sea cliffs, and the extraordinary seafood restaurants.
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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