The Novotel Resort and Spa Biarritz Anglet is aimed at travellers who want a comfortable, well-equipped hotel on the quieter side of the Basque coast. It stands in Anglet, the beach town that joins Biarritz to the north, where long sandy beaches, pine woods and surf schools replace the grand villas and casino crowds of Biarritz itself. The hotel is classed in the four category and is well reviewed by guests. Its public spaces include a bright, glass-roofed atrium, a lobby that leads to the restaurant and a pool with large windows, which makes it a good choice in all seasons, not only in summer. A spa is part of the name and the offer, so a massage or a few lengths of the pool after a day of surfing, cycling or sightseeing is easy to fit in. Check the current spa menu, pool hours and restaurant times when you book, because they vary with the season.
Location and getting around
Anglet is a long, spread-out town, so it helps to know that the hotel is a resort-style base rather than a walk-to-everything address. The beaches of Anglet, among the best surf beaches in France, are a short drive or bus ride away, Biarritz's Grande Plage and old centre are around ten minutes by car, and Bayonne is a similar distance in the other direction.
Biarritz airport is close, making arrivals simple. Having a car makes the most of the area, but there are cycle routes along the coast and local buses, so ask the hotel for current advice on transport, parking and any charges.
The rooms and what to know
Rooms in this type of hotel are modern and practical, with space for a family, and many properties of this brand offer connecting or family layouts, so ask about bed arrangements if you are travelling with children. Air conditioning, free Wi-Fi and a restaurant are standard expectations, but confirm what is included in your rate, including breakfast, when you book.
The indoor pool is a real asset in spring and autumn, when the Atlantic is cold and the weather changes quickly. In July and August, book early, as Anglet fills with surfers and families.
Who it suits
Families, couples and groups who want pool and spa facilities, easy parking and a calmer setting than central Biarritz. It also suits business visitors and anyone arriving or leaving by air. If you want a seafront balcony and the glamour of the Grande Plage, a hotel in central Biarritz is a better match, and if you want a medieval old town on your doorstep, Bayonne or Saint-Jean-de-Luz are the places to stay.
But for rest, facilities and space between day trips to Espelette, La Rhune and the Spanish border, this resort hotel is a relaxed and reliable base. Shoulder seasons offer the best value, with mild days and fewer crowds.
Why stay here
- ✓Glass-roofed atrium
- ✓Indoor pool
- ✓Spa
- ✓Restaurant
- ✓Family-friendly rooms
- ✓Close to Anglet beaches
- ✓Near Biarritz airport
- ✓Suited to all seasons
Good questions
Where is the Novotel Resort and Spa Biarritz Anglet?+
It is in Anglet, the beach town immediately north of Biarritz. Biarritz centre is roughly ten minutes by car.
Does the hotel have a pool and spa?+
It has an indoor pool and a spa. Check pool hours and the current spa menu when you book.
Is it a good choice for families?+
Yes, the facilities and relaxed setting suit families. Ask about family room layouts when you book.
