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Key
Facts :
| Nearest
town : |
In the heart of Biarritz |
| Type
of location : |
Situated in the St Charles district on the avenue Reine Victoria; a charming quartier with many cafes, boutiques and restaurants |
| No.
of bedrooms : |
> Studio apartments - integrated bedroom
> 1 bedroom apartments
Occasionally we can access other types of apartment at Haguna - please ask us for details
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| Sleeping
capacity : |
4 per apartment |
| No.
of bathrooms : |
1x bathroom and 1x separate WC |
| Style
of property : |
5 floor apart-hotel consisting of 88 apartments |
| Quality
guide : |
SIMPLE - what
does this mean?
The résidence has received a 3 star classification from the Biarritz Tourist Office |
Prices : |
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» Check availability & prices for this property:
» Studio apartment
» 1 bedroom apartment
NB Please contact us for short-break and Winter prices
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Rental price includes: Bed linen & bathroom towels (collect from reception), two tea towels, cleaning kit, TV, final cleaning (except for kitchenette).
Compulsory extras: Local tourist c.1 EUR pp per day
Optional extras:
Payable on reservation:
1. Comfort Service (beds made for arrival, bath towels changed midweek, cleaning midweek) EUR 25 pppw.
2. Baby Kit (travel cot & sheet, high chair, changing mat, bath, pushchair) EUR 40.
3. Beds Made for Arrival EUR 35.
4. Golf School ( (see Things to see & do)).
Payable on-site: Pets EUR 49/wk, extra linens, cleaning, wi-fi, basement parking
» A small tourist tax is collected on arrival at reception. For adults and children 12+ it is EUR 1.2
Security deposit: EUR 200 collected on arrival (credit pre-authorisation only) » Read important information
about security
deposits and insurance
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| Linen
Arrangements : |
Bed
linen and bathroom towels provided with the rental. Beds are
made on arrival and fresh linen and towels are provided every 7 days |
| Cleaning
Arrangements : |
The apartment rental is cleaned for arrival and includes an exit clean excluding the kitchenette.
» Read important information about cleaning
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| Arrival
& Departure : |
Arrive 5pm and depart by 10am (NB for short stays, arrive from 2pm and depart by midday). Bookings must run on a Saturday-to-Saturday basis during the period 10 July to 28 August. Outside those dates, flexible
changeovers are accommodated. Open all year round.
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Read important information about arrivals
& departures |
| Nearest
beach : |
Biarritz le Grande Plage 300m |
| Nearest
boulangerie : |
A couple of minutes on foot |
| Nearest
airport : |
Biarritz 3km |
| Nearest
ferry port : |
Bilbao 146km; Santander 243km; St Malo 729km |
| Swimming
pool : |
No |
| Facilities
& Equipment : |
Reception desk. Pool table in the reception lounge. Secure basement parking (pre-book with reception and pay for on arrival). Wi-fi access at reception (payable). Launderette (payable). Equipment available on loan - hair-dryer, iron & ironing board). |
| Suitability
for children : |
With it's cool, surf vibe, Biarritz is a great resort for older kids who want a little independence |
| Suitability
for infants : |
High chairs and cots available. Short walk to beach. Lift access to apartments
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| Things
to see & do : |
Golf School - payable with holiday reservation
» Introductory Course for ages 15+: 1h30/day x5 days, EUR 290
Basic techniques for beginners, no previous experience required
» "Carte Verte" Course for ages 15+: 10h30 over 5 days, EUR 410
For initiated players, a revision of the basic techniques aiming to obtaini a handicap certificate
» Advanced Course for ages 15+: 14h over 5 days, EUR 550
For players with a current handicap certificate, aiming to build on technique, includes 2 accompanied rounds
» Junior Course for ages 6 to 14: 1h30/day x5 days, EUR 160
For all levels, learning the basics on the driving range & on the golf course |
800m from Biarritz
Le Phare Golf Club and 400m from Biarritz Thalassotherapy Institute - preferential rates for Pierre & Vacances guests
Reception has details of local excursions and guided walks.
Do: Beaches,
surfing, spa, lakes, golf, cycling, horse-riding.
See: Bayonne, St Jean de Luz, Basque Country, Pyrénées,
Spain |
| House
'rules' : |
No
smoking. Pets allowed |
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Location
: Map
Ref A6
The résidence lies in the heart of the resort which makes it
an easy place to stay for those arriving without a car - the train
station and airport are both a short taxi ride away.
By road : Exit A63 motorway at junction 4.
By train : Biarritz-Bayonne 3 kms.
By air : Biarritz airport 3 kms.
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Accommodation
:
In all, there are 88 apartments, a number of which are equipped
for disabled guests.
Accommodation is compact and staightforward and was renovated in 2007 - we've stayed here a few times both before and after the renovations and we feel that the quality of accommodation offers very good value for money.
All apartments have:
> kitchenette with 2 hot plates, fridge, microwave,
dishwasher, electric coffee-maker, electric kettle & toaster
> telephone (payable)
> flatscreen TV
> bathroom and WC
> safe (payable)
Apartment options:
Studio Apartment for 4 persons - SR4 - 32m2 accommodation
Living area with 2 single beds or 1 double bed and 1 pull-out sofa-bed
1 Bedroom Apartment for 4 persons - 2R4 - 40m2 accommodation
Living area with 1 pull-out bed. 1 bedroom with 1 double bed or 2 single beds.
Occasionally we can access other types of apartment at Haguna - please ask us for details
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Guide
:
Alternative
Aquitaine's Guide to
Biarritz
So, why did generations of royalty from across Europe choose
to holiday in Belle Époque Biarritz? Why did Napoleon
III build a palace here for his wife, the Emperess Eugénie?
Why did Hollywood stars such as Rita Hayworth and Frank Sinatra
vacation here in the 1950s? Why, in 1959, did the makers of
Cadillac name its 25ft long convertible after the town? And
why, today, are French celebrities such as Alain Prost choosing
to live here rather than on the French Riviera?
Well, the rugged and wild beaches are undeniably
spectactular. The surfing is amongst the
best in Europe. It is one of France's main centres for thalassotherapy.
There are several highly rated and historic golf courses
in and around the town. There's a sailing club at the Pointe de la Vierge and a scuba diving school at the fishing port.
There's a host of fine restaurants and an
art-deco casino. The boutique shopping is some of the best in France. And the warm all-year-round climate might have something to do with it.
Above all, though, it's Biarritz's attitude and atmosphere
that wins us over. Stylish and sophisticated yet laid-back,
with none of the Côte d'Azur's pretence. This may because
of the town's eclectic and unique mix of surfers, boutique
shoppers, the retired, and families on holiday.
We suspect, however, that it's the local Basque residents,
proud and resilient as they are, that make sure the town keeps
its feet firmly on the ground.
Find out more information about Biarritz including our personal highlights of the town.
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•St Jean de Luz.
Less than 30km drive south is the resort and fishing port
St Jean de Luz. This charming town has an excellent beach, cuisine and up-market shopping as well as a
good introduction to the Spanish-influenced Pays Basque.
If you have time, drop into the regional capital, Bayonne.
Famed for its ham and its chocolates, Bayonne was under
English rule for 300 years. It is much under-rated and worth a trip
to see its cathedral and walk its ancient streets.
• Spa and thalassotherapy.
In France, the south west is known for its rejuvenating waters,
both salt and fresh varieties. Dax is the official spa capital of France and is a 40 minute drive from
Hossegor Lac. The Côte Basque – Hendaye,
St Jean de Luz and Biarritz - is home
to numerous thalassotherapy centres.
• Lakes. The freshwater lakes that punctuate
the forest provide a great alternative to the ocean and safer
bathing for children. Rather like the Lake District in England,
each lake, or étang, has its own atmosphere.
Apart from the local Lac d’Hossegor, there are others nearby
to try: étangs Blanc, Soutsons and Léon; at the latter you can canoe from
the lake along the serene Courant d’Huchet to the
ocean’s edge.
• Chalosse Country. To the south of
Dax and Mont-de-Marsan you start to enter rural Gascony,
which means several things: foie gras, floc de Gascogne
(sherry) and a pleasantly slow pace of life. The food is
marvellous, the towns are half asleep except for market days, and
the countryside is entirely relaxing. Montfort-en-Chalosse, Mugron and St. Sever are good
stopping points.
• Basque Country. The delightful rolling
green hills and picture-perfect villages of the Pays Basque are
a must. Ainhoa, Sare, Espelette and Ascain all perfectly demonstrate Basque village
life. A little further south and you can hike in the
mountain air of the Pyrénées.
• Spain. It’s about 75 minutes to the
border and only a short distance further to the majestic seaside
city of San Sebastian, the Spanish
Basque country’s equivalent of Biarritz. The more adventurous
could drive another hour or so further along the
northern coast to Bilbao to see the Guggenheim.
For further information try the links below. Please note that we are not
responsible for the content of third party sites.
Biarritz
Tourist Office
Pyrenees-Atlantique
Tourism
Wines
of SW France
Basque
Country Guide
France
Travel Guide
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