Hôtel du Palais Biarritz, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
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 the top-rated luxury stay in Biarritz and the price, more than three times the city median, is not a problem. If you mainly need a clean, central bed, our Best Value pick gets you close for far less.
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Hôtel du Palais Biarritz, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt, is our Luxury pick for the city. It is an official five-star hotel with a guest score of 9.5 out of 10 from 775 reviews. It suits couples marking an occasion, families who want space and facilities, and anyone who wants the beach on the doorstep.
Skip it if cost is the main filter. At around €430 a night on our reference dates, it costs far more than any other hotel in our Biarritz sample. Diners who expect fast service may also be let down by the restaurant.
Location and getting around
The address is 1, Avenue de l'Impératrice, and the property lists itself as beachfront. Guests describe a central position near the beach, shops and the town centre. The location score is 9.9, the highest figure in this hotel's data.
The sights in our data are all in or near Bayonne and are far on foot. The Castle of Marracq is about 5.9 km away, around 74 minutes walking. Bayonne Cathedral is about 6.4 km, roughly 80 minutes, and the Musée Bonnat-Helleu about 6.8 km, close to 85 minutes. Use public transport or a taxi for those.
Walking times are straight-line estimates and have not been verified.
What guests say
Staff earn the most praise. Reviewers describe the team as professional, attentive and friendly, with a warm welcome. The central spot by the beach is the other point guests rate highly.
Complaints focus on the restaurant. Guests like the food and the setting, but say service is sometimes slow and menus are limited.
Price and value compared with our other picks
The reference price was €430.36 per night, seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026 (10 to 12 Nov) for 2 adults in one room. That is about €861 for both nights, against a sample median of €122.90. These are not live quotes, so check today's price for your dates.
Our Budget pick, Hôtel Jules Verne Biarritz, scored 8.4 with 4 stars at €115.48 a night. Our Best Value pick, Alfred Hotels Port-Vieux, scored 9.2 with 3 stars at €122.90. The Palais costs roughly €307 a night more than the Best Value choice.
The extra buys five-star service and a long facility list: spa, pool, gym, restaurant, garden, terrace, family rooms, free Wi-Fi and air conditioning. Breakfast is listed as American and buffet. Check whether it is in your rate. The data also tags the hotel as pet-friendly, so confirm the policy and any fee if you travel with an animal.
Why it made our top 3
We compared 5 eligible hotels in Biarritz. Five-star properties get priority for the Luxury slot, and this one shared the top guest score among the 5. A 9.5 overall plus a 9.9 for location made it the clear choice.
Before you book
Room size, noise, renovation condition, breakfast inclusion and cancellation terms have not been assessed. At this price, read the cancellation policy closely.
If you plan to use the spa or pool, confirm opening times and any fees for your dates. If you want dinner at the hotel, booking ahead may help given the comments about slow service.
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Sold out? See available alternatives →Questions travellers ask
Is Hôtel du Palais Biarritz on the beach?
The property lists itself as beachfront, and guests describe a central spot near the beach and shops. Its location score is 9.9.
How much does Hôtel du Palais Biarritz cost?
The reference price was €430.36 a night, seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026 for 2 adults. Check today's price for your dates.
Can I walk to Bayonne Cathedral?
It is about 6.4 km away, roughly 80 minutes on foot as a straight-line estimate. That is far, so take public transport or a taxi.
Does the hotel have a spa and pool?
Yes, both are listed, along with a gym. Check opening times and any charges for your dates.
Are pets allowed?
The hotel is tagged as pet-friendly in our data, but terms are not confirmed. Ask the hotel about rules and fees before booking.