Experience the vibrant city center at Hôtel AKENA Biarritz - Grande plage, where you can connect with free in-room WiFi, enjoy a drink at the bar, and utilize conference space for your needs. The helpful staff and prime location have impressed previous guests who also appreciate amenities like dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, a vending machine and an area shuttle.
19 Avenue De La Reine Victoria, Biarritz, Pyrenees-Atlantiques, 64200
What's nearby
Le Gare du Midi - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Biarritz Lighthouse - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Biarritz Aquarium - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Port-Vieux Beach - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
Cote des Basques - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
Getting around
Biarritz (BIQ-Pays Basque) - 5 min drive
San Sebastian (EAS) - 25 min drive
Guethary Station - 12 min drive
Biarritz Station - 12 min drive
Boucau Station - 14 min drive
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Hôtel du Palais - 5 min walk
Lounge & Terrace - 6 min walk
Le Maïtena - 4 min walk
La Rotonde - 6 min walk
Le Palais de Jade - 4 min walk
About this property
Hôtel AKENA Biarritz - Grande plage
Hôtel AKENA Biarritz - Grande plage puts you within a 15-minute drive of Cote des Basques. Freebies like WiFi and wired internet are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby surfing/body boarding. Other highlights include a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location.
At a glance
DONE
Hotel size
44 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-out available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets allowed (1 total)*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Onsite parking available only on request
Covered onsite self parking (EUR 25 per night)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Onsite parking limited
Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
DONE
Offsite
Area shuttle*
DONE
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:00 AM–10:00 AM
Bar/lounge
Room service
Snack bar/deli
What to do
Beach nearby
Golfing nearby
Surfing/body boarding nearby
Scooter/moped rentals nearby
Working away
Meeting room
Conference space
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Television in common areas
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Grab bar near toilet
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi and wired internet
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.45 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 16 for adults and EUR 16 for children
Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pet deposit: EUR 20 per day
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 20 per pet, per night
Parking
Covered self parking costs EUR 25 per night
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
Parking height restrictions apply
Policies
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard, Barclaycard
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
National rating
This property has received its official star rating from the French Tourism Development Agency, ATOUT France.
Also known as
Escale Oceania
Escale Oceania Biarritz
Escale Oceania Hotel Biarritz
Oceania Biarritz
Oceania Escale
Escale Oceania Biarritz Hotel
Escale Oceania Hotel
Escale Oceania Biarritz
Akena Biarritz Grande Plage
Hôtel AKENA Biarritz Grande plage
Hôtel AKENA Biarritz - Grande plage Hotel
Hôtel AKENA Biarritz - Grande plage Biarritz
Hôtel AKENA Biarritz - Grande plage Hotel Biarritz
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Hôtel AKENA Biarritz - Grande plage?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of EUR 20 per pet, per night, and there's also a deposit of EUR 20 per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Hôtel AKENA Biarritz - Grande plage?
Yes. Self parking costs EUR 25 per night. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hôtel AKENA Biarritz - Grande plage?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Express check-out and contactless check-in are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Hôtel AKENA Biarritz - Grande plage?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Barriere (9-min walk) is nearby.
What is there to do at Hôtel AKENA Biarritz - Grande plage and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as body boarding and practice your swing at the nearby golf course.
What's the area around Hôtel AKENA Biarritz - Grande plage like?
Hôtel AKENA Biarritz - Grande plage is located near Grand Beach, just a short 7-minute walk from Bay of Biscay and 11 minutes' walk from Le Gare du Midi. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.
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Reviews
Hôtel AKENA Biarritz - Grande plage Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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9.0
Cleanliness
8.6
Location
8.8
Staff & service
8.4
Eco-friendliness
8.4
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
The property is well located and easy to walk to the beach. (4 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
May 20, 2025
Nice
Nice hotel, clean, good location
David
David, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 31, 2025
Excellent accueil hotel qualitatif
florence
florence, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 21, 2025
Room was clean and comfortable. Hotel is well located and easy to walk around the town or to the beach. Would recommend.
Jonathan
Jonathan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 28, 2025
Clean, updated hotel with a fun vibe!
Neil
Neil, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 27, 2025
Staff were so welcoming and friendly. Lovely hotel in an excellent location close to beach and restaurants, all walking distance.
Hotel was adorable, loved it. Definitely go back and stay again.
Sandra
Sandra, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 21, 2025
Great little boutique hotel. Marco at the front desk was very helpful
Eduardo
Eduardo, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 20, 2025
Accueil exceptionnel
Hôtel au look très sympa, et surtout avec un personnel très accueillant
Bertrand
Bertrand, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 12, 2025
Friendly night staff
I arrived very late at 4am and the night staff member on reception was super helpful and friendly despite the busy streets full of revellers from the festival.
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 1, 2025
Staff very helpful! Breakfast excellent and make over of this hotel bright and comfortable!
JoAnne
JoAnne, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 3, 2025
L'hôtel est parfait, bien placé, le buffet petit déjeuner est très bon avec des produits locaux.
Nous y reviendrons avec plaisir si l'occasion ce présente !
Guillaume
Guillaume, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 22, 2025
Hôtel bien placé
Chambres à rafraîchir
Catherine
Catherine, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 17, 2025
Situation hyper centre
Hôtel bien placé dans le centre de Biarritz
Christophe
Christophe, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 25, 2025
Fantastic hotel. Really friendly, helpful staff. Great location really way for transport too and from the train station.
Jenny
Jenny, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 15, 2025
Nice hotel for the price. The room wasn't ready when we arrived and the duvet was way too hot.
Flavia
Flavia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 17, 2025
Week-end d'anniversaire
Très bel hôtel, bien situé, près de la plage et en ville.
Parking souterrain très bien.
Max
Max, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 4, 2025
Tout est ok
Rodolphe
Rodolphe, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 5, 2025
Très bien
Excellent accueil hôtel très bien placé chambre confortable et petit déjeuner très bien servi je recommande.
Mathias
Mathias, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 31, 2024
Très bien situé, personnel très agréable, hôtel au calme et propre.
Grégoire
Grégoire, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 19, 2025
Super bien placé a moins de 10 minutes du bord de plage a pieds.
Tres bon sejour personnel tres tres accueillant.
Merci
cedric
cedric, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 28, 2024
We have enjoy our stay
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 9, 2024
Nice hotel close to the beach with friendly, helpful staff.
Nancy
Nancy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 3, 2025
Very nice hotel conveniently located close to the beach and the Saint Charles area. Highly recommend.
Fabrice
Fabrice, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 7, 2025
Ras
Nicolas
Nicolas, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 6, 2025
Au top
Accueil très sympathique de la part de Valerie, chambre cosy, lit King size hyper confort
Au top