Featuring free WiFi and a sun terrace, Hotel Balea is set in the historic school building of Guéthary, halfway between Biarritz and St-Jean-de-Luz. Free private parking is available on site. Every room at this hotel has a flat-screen TV. All rooms are fitted with a private bathroom fitted with a shower. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hair dryer. Hotel Balea has a partnership with a nearby restaurant preparing homemade meals that can be heated and served to the hotel's guests upon request. Guests can enjoy breakfast on the sun terrace, according to the weather. Guests can enjoy various activities in the surroundings, including golfing, horse riding and cycling. Biarritz is 8 km from Hotel Balea, while Saint-Jean-de-Luz is 6 km away. Anglet Airport is 9 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Buffet

Private parking at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 large double bed
or
2 single beds
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
8.4
Location
8.8
Free WiFi
8.9
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Juan
    Spain Spain
    Charming former school-turned-hotel tastefully renovated. Good sized and comfortable room with excellent aircon, TV with streaming services, good wifi and varied breakfast. Easy parking right outside.
  • Melissa
    Spain Spain
    Excellent Stay! The hotel was perfect, right near the bus stop to take us to other towns and a short walk from the rest of Guethary. The staff were helpful and so welcoming. Our room was a perfect size, it had heating, all the amenities we needed...
  • Nick
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Spotlessly clean Superb bed and bedding Brilliant food

Hotel surroundings

Facilities of Hotel Balea
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular facilities
  • Private parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Beach
  • Horse riding
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and charges may be applicable.
  • Street parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Concierge service
  • Tour desk
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge
  • Business centre
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Laptop safe
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Wellness
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French

House rules

Hotel Balea takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 21:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

Until 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of EUR 200 is required on arrival. That's about GBP 169. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Extra bed upon request
€ 15 per child, per night
Cot upon request
€ 10 per child, per night
2 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 15 per child, per night
12+ years
Extra bed upon request
€ 20 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

If you expect to arrive after 20:00, please call the hotel in advance.

Please note that the 200 EUR deposit on arrival will be a pre-authorisation , a temporary hold on your credit card.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

A damage deposit of € 200 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Hotel Balea

  • Room options at Hotel Balea include:

    • Single
    • Double

  • Hotel Balea offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Walking tours
    • Horse riding
    • Beach
    • Bicycle rental
    • Bike tours

  • Check-in at Hotel Balea is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • The prices at Hotel Balea may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Guests staying at Hotel Balea can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.3).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Buffet

  • Hotel Balea is 350 yards from the centre of Guéthary. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The nearest beach is just 850 yards from Hotel Balea. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.