Biarritz is the Cote des Basques’ most glamorous surf town. In Biarritz old-money somehow marries beautifully with the laid back surfer vibe. You will find filthy rich aristocrats and movie stars strolling the cobbled avenues while barefooted surfers bask in the sun after a day spent riding the waves.
If you’ve only got a limited amount of time to spend in paradise, start here. Book your stay at Hotel Windsor Biarritz. It’s a modern boutique hotel just a few seconds away from the Grand Plage. After checking in, slip on your espadrilles and start exploring. Meander along the coastline from the Grand Plage and head left towards the quaint cobbled downtown streets. Stop at Maison Adam for a traditional French macaron or pick up a box for later. Wind up the road towards Bali Bowls for an antioxidant packed acai bowl or try Petite Restauration for inventive burgers and fries in a laid back café. Shop along Rue Mazagran being sure to stop in BTZ, the local surf shop, for a few souvenirs to take back home. Stop by the Halles de la Ville de Biarritz, a covered market where local vendors sell fresh fruit, rich cheeses, prepared foods, freshly baked breads and sweet treats. Relax in the water or take a surfing lesson at Plage de la Côte des Basques before freshening up for the evening. Go to Les Cent Marches for stellar sunsets and a bottle of rosé before dinner at Le Surfing followed by drinks and dancing at the beachside La Arena.
KP Guide to Biarritz
Where to stay
Hotel Windsor Biarritz
A cozy boutique hotel with a stellar breakfast and modern accents
11 Avenue Edouard VII
Hôtel de Silhouette
A historic hotel with a garden terrace in the heart of the shopping quarter
30 Rue Gambetta
Le Regina Biarritz Hôtel & Spa
Timeless and sophisticated luxury hotel, perfect for golfers
52 avenue de l’Impératrice
Hotel Palacito
A budget friendly oasis just a block from the beach
1 Rue Gambetta
Where to beach
Plage de la Côte des Basques
Surfers paradise
Plage du Port Vieux
A cozy inlet with laid back bars
Plage de la Petite Chambre d’Amour
Local stomping ground
Plage du Miramar
A quieter extension of the Grand Plage
What to see + do
Halles de la Ville de Biarritz
Daily covered farmers and craft market
Rue des Halles
Phare de Biarritz
Picture perfect lighthouse
Espl. Elisabeth II
Surfing Lessons with Lerga Axel
Private surfing lessons with a local pro
privatesurfschool@gmail.com
Wednesday Night Market
Artisanal cheese, handbags and desserts
Rue des Halles
Where to shop
BTZ
The local surf shop
2 Place Bellevue
Maison Adam
Traditional macarons and Basque pastries
27 Place Georges Clemenceau
Rue Mazagran
Local boutiques and flagship stores
Rue Mazagran
Where to dine
Bali Bowls
Acai bowls and fresh snacks
18 Place Georges Clemenceau
Les Cent Marches
Post-beach rosé and croque monsieur
Impasse Lassalle
Petite Restauration
Pre-shopping burgers + frites
Avenue du Maréchal Foch
Le Surfing
Sunset dinner with a view
9 Boulevard du Prince de Galles
Blue Cargo
The spot to be and be seen
Plage d Ilbaritz
Drinks + dancing
Ventilo Caffé
American style drinking pub
30 Rue Mazagran
Le Bar du Marché
A local favorite for after dinner drinks
8 Rue des Halles
Bar de La Plage
Mellow by day, bumpin’ at night
4 Rue Gardères
Arena Biarritz
Restaurant, bar + club with a view
Place du Port Vieux
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