Curated luxury hotels near Bay of Biscay

Located in Bouguenais, Hôtel Oceania Nantes Aéroport is in the suburbs, within a 10-minute drive of Parc de Loisirs Le Labyrinthe and Machines of the Isle of Nantes. This hotel is 4.6 mi (7.5 km) from Hospital Saint Jacques and 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from Domaine du Moulin.

A stay at Mercure La Roche Sur Yon Centre places you in the heart of La Roche-sur-Yon – a 1-minute drive from Haras de la Vendée and 9 minutes from Vendespace. This hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from The Animals of the Square and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from High Court.

Only 60 metres from the port and Saint-Martin marina, Villa Clarisse & Spa by Olivier Claire offers en suite accommodation in a centrally located, 18th-century villa. A heated, outdoor swimming pool features on site, and free Wi-Fi is provided throughout.

Offering views of the garden, the patio or the Old Town, the elegant rooms and suites all include a private bathroom with bath and shower and a seating area. Some feature a period fireplace and woodwork.

A continental- or American-style breakfast is available daily at Villa Clarisse & Spa by Olivier Claire at an additional cost. Guests can also have a tea with homemade pastries in the tearoom, and for evening meals, discover the local restaurants. The property has a butler service and rooms also have an honesty bar.

Only 200 metres from The Ernest Cognacq Museum, the property is a 30-minute drive to La Rochelle train Station. The golf course in Trousse-Chemise is 15 km away.

With a stay at Mercure Bordeaux Aeroport in Merignac, you'll be near the airport, within a 15-minute drive of Rue Sainte-Catherine and Zoo Bordeaux-Pessac. This hotel is 11.4 mi (18.4 km) from Cité du Vin and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Circuit Bordeaux Merignac.

With a stay at Hotel Arha Mar Comillas in Comillas, you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Fuente de los Tres Canos and Palacio de Ocejo. This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from El Capricho de Gaudí and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Parque Guell y Martos.

A stay at Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - Nantes places you in the heart of Nantes, steps from Passage Pommeraye and 3 minutes by foot from Cours Cambronne. This hotel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Printing museum and 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Place du Commerce.

Located in Coly-Saint-Amand, Manoir d'Hautegente is on a river – a 3-minute drive from Vezere Valley and 7 minutes from Les Jardins de l'Imaginaire. This hotel is 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from Office de Tourisme de Terrasson Lavilledieu and 6 mi (9.6 km) from Bovetti Chocolate Museum.

Hotel Argi Eder is located in the heart of the Basque Country, in a lovely village in the hills, less than 30 minutes from the beaches of Biarritz.

The comfortable rooms and suites at Hôtel Argi-Eder are decorated in a country style. They are air-conditioned and have TV and free WiFi internet access.

A blooming garden, a swimming pool and a tennis court are at your disposal. You will find several Golf courses close to the hotel.

The restaurant served contemporary cuisine made from fresh local products and features an exceptional wine collection.

Tinas de Pechon is a stylish, modern hotel in the Cantabrian village of Pechón, 10 minutes’ drive from San Vicente de la Barquera and its beach. It offers free WiFi and spacious rooms or apartments.

All air-conditioned rooms and apartments feature wooden floors. There is a living room with a sofa bed, TV and minibar.

Each room and apartment has a kitchenette with a fridge and microwave. There is a private bathroom with a hairdryer and amenities, and some feature a hydro-massage bath.

A varied Continental breakfast is available and there is a pretty terrace with a café-bar and restaurant.

The hotel has a tour desk. It offers easy access to the A8 Motorway, just 5 minutes' drive away. San Vicente de la Barquera is 12 km away.

When you stay at Hôtel Mercure Villeneuve sur Lot Moulin de Madame in Villeneuve-sur-Lot, you'll be next to a golf course, within a 5-minute drive of Church of Ste-Catherine and Place Lafayette. This golf hotel is 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from Vertigo Park Amusement Center and 3.7 mi (5.9 km) from Pujols Historic Town.

Located in Biarritz, Chateau du Clair de Lune is in a rural location, within a 10-minute drive of Bay of Biscay and Casino Barriere. This family-friendly hotel is 3.7 mi (6 km) from Biarritz Aquarium and 4.3 mi (6.9 km) from Miramar Beach.

Corderie Royale’s 4-star accommodation is on the banks of the Charente River, just 400 metres from the Corderie Royale Museum. It has a restaurant and a swimming pool. Free Wi-Fi and free parking are available.

Corderie Royale is housed in a 17th-century building and hotel has combined the original details with modern amenities. Corderie rooms are equipped with a TV and private bathroom. Each room has a view of the river or the gardens.

Guests can enjoy local specialities from the region, in Corderie Royale’s restaurant, while overlooking the Charente. There is a bar where guests are invited to enjoy an aperitif.

La Rochelle is 35 km from La Corderie Royale, while Royan is 41 km away. La Rochelle - Ile de Re Airport is 39 km from the property.

With a stay at Mercure Granville Le Grand Large in Granville, you'll be next to a golf course, within a 10-minute walk of Christian Dior Museum and Port of Granville. This golf hotel is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Notre Dame Church of Cap Lihou and 1.3 mi (2 km) from Roc des Harmonies Aquarium.

Located in Bordeaux (Chartrons), Seeko'o is within a 5-minute drive of Contemporary Art Museum and Cité du Vin. This hotel is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Place des Quinconces and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Maison du Vin de Bordeaux.

The Jardins De Bakea is located in Biriatou, next to the Spanish border. It offers accommodation with a traditional Basque décor and free Wi-Fi access.

Guest rooms at the Jardins Hotel are equipped with a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV. Some rooms also have a balcony that overlooks the Bidassoa Valley.

The Bakea’s restaurant serves traditional cuisine with regional specialities. There is also a bar and guests are invited to relax on the garden terrace.

Free private parking is available on site and the hotel Les Jardins De Bakea is an ideal base for exploring the French and Spanish Basque country. Local leisure activities include golf, hiking (departure of the GR10 footpath), rafting, spa facilities and the beach, just 6 km away.

Set in Galizano and within 1.3 km of Playa de Galizano, Hotel Gastronómico Torre de Galizano has a restaurant, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi. This 4-star hotel offers luggage storage space. Santander Port is 31 km from the hotel and Puerto Chico is 33 km away.

All guest rooms at the hotel feature air conditioning and a wardrobe.

Santander Festival Palace is 33 km from Hotel Gastronómico Torre de Galizano, while El Sardinero Casino is 35 km from the property. Santander Airport is 30 km away.

With a stay at Villa Métis in Les Herbiers, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Puy du Fou and Funbowling 85. This hotel is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Mont des Alouettes and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Le Golf Des Alouettes.

This hotel is located on the village square in Sare, 16 km from Saint-Jean-de-Luz and its beaches. It offers rooms distributed between 3 traditional 16th-century houses and free Wi-Fi.

Each guest room at the Arraya is individually decorated and features a TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom. Some rooms open onto the garden and some have views of the village square.

The Arraya’s gastronomic restaurant serves regional cuisine accompanied by an extensive wine list.

Guests can relax on the terrace, which overlooks the Place de Sare or in the flower-filled garden.

Located in Lectoure, Hôtel Collège des Doctrinaires is just steps from Les Thermes de Lectoure and 6 minutes by foot from Lectoure Cathedral. This spa hotel is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Le Puy Route and 5 mi (8.1 km) from Château de Lagarde.

Located in central Bidart, in the Basque coast, the Itsas Mendia is a 5-minute walk from the beach. It offers a heated swimming pool, and air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi access.

Rooms at this boutique hotel are equipped with a telephone, a TV and a minibar. Some of them also have a balcony or a sea view.

A continental breakfast is served every morning. Guests can relax in the hotel’s garden or have a drink at the bar.

Hotel Itsas Mendia is just 6 km from Biarritz and 8 km from Saint Jean de Luz. Guests can also take a 20-minute drive to Spain’s border. Free private parking is provided on site.