Belfry & Spa by Ligne St Barth
By the Top3Hotels editorial team. Based on Booking.com guest scores and reviews, location data and reference prices. We did not stay at this hotel. Updated 2026-10-24.
Book it if you want five-star comfort, a spa and a short walk to the Sanctuary, and you are happy to pay for it. If guest scores and price matter more than the fifth star, both of our other Lourdes picks score higher for less.
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Sold out? See available alternatives →Who it suits and who should skip it
Belfry & Spa by Ligne St Barth suits pilgrims and visitors who want comfort close to the Sanctuary. Couples looking for a treat and families both fit: a spa, pool, gym, restaurant, family rooms, terrace and air conditioning are listed, and pets are accepted.
Value seekers should skip it. Its guest score is the lowest of our three Lourdes picks, and it costs the most. If you plan to eat in, note that guests find the restaurant expensive and slow.
Location and getting around
The hotel is at 66-68, rue de la Grotte. Location scores 9.0 out of 10, and guests describe a central setting near the Sanctuary, with views of the river and the fortress.
The Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes, the Rosary Basilica and the Basilica of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception are each about 0.7 km away, roughly 9 minutes on foot. These are straight-line estimates, but all three are easily walkable, which is the main practical advantage of staying here.
What guests say
The score is 8.1 out of 10 from 904 reviews. That is good, but it is not top of the city: the hotel placed joint eighth of the 10 we compared on guest score. Staff earn the warmest comments, described as friendly, helpful and attentive. The location and the views are the other common positives.
The restaurant draws mixed feedback. The food is called delicious and refined, but service can be slow and prices are high. Plan extra time for dinner, or compare with places nearby.
Price and how it compares with our other picks
The reference price was about €179.15 a night, around €358 for a 2-night stay in November 2026 for 2 adults. It is not a live quote, so check today's price for your dates.
Greet Lourdes Centre Pyrenees, our Budget pick, was about €63.45 a night with an 8.3 score and three stars. Hôtel Eliseo, our Best Value pick, was about €103.25 a night with an 8.7 score and four stars. Both scored higher than this hotel. What the extra €76 or so per night over the Best Value pick buys is the fifth star, the spa and pool, and the position close to the Sanctuary.
Why it made our top 3
We compared 10 eligible hotels in Lourdes. Our Luxury slot prioritises five-star hotels, and this one holds an official five-star rating. That rule, rather than the guest score, is why it took the slot.
Its price was well above the sample median of €105.90 a night. We are clear about the tradeoff: you get the top category of hotel in our sample, not the best-reviewed one.
Before you book
Room size, noise, renovation condition, breakfast inclusion and cancellation terms have not been assessed. A continental and buffet breakfast is listed; check whether it is in your rate.
If you want the river or fortress views guests mention, ask which rooms have them and get it confirmed. Check spa and pool hours and fees for your dates, and pet conditions if you travel with one.
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Sold out? See available alternatives →Questions travellers ask
How far is Belfry & Spa by Ligne St Barth from the Sanctuary?
About 0.7 km, roughly 9 minutes on foot by straight-line estimate. The Rosary Basilica and the Basilica of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception are at a similar distance.
Is it the best-rated hotel in Lourdes?
No. It placed joint eighth of the 10 hotels we compared on guest score, with 8.1. It earned our Luxury slot because of its official five-star rating.
Is the restaurant worth it?
Guests praise the food as delicious and refined but mention slow service and high prices. Allow time and check the menu prices first.
Are pets allowed?
Pets are listed as accepted. Conditions and fees are not confirmed, so ask before booking.
How much does a night cost?
The reference price seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026 for 2 adults was about €179.15 a night. Check today's price for your dates.