Located in the picturesque village Espelette, hotel Chilhar overlooks the Basque mountains. Just 17 km from Biarritz, it offers a large garden with panoramic views. Decorated in a contemporary-style, the bright and soundproof rooms include a flat screen TV. Each has a private bathroom with amenities. Guests can enjoy a full continental breakfast on 1 of the 2 covered terraces whilst browsing the free Wi-Fi. For lunch and dinner, the restaurant offers Basque cuisine prepared with fresh seasonal produce. Nearby attractions as the Souraïde golf course or Saint-Pee lake, can be both found within a 10-minute drive.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

FREE parking!


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
1 single bed
or
1 double bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
9.0
High score for Espelette
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Edward
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The breakfast is a real treat. The staff are extremely helpful and friendly.
  • Maider
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location is beautiful, the premises amazing, and the staff really friendly. It is brilliant!
  • Patricia
    Canada Canada
    Easy check in and great bike storage. Comfortable stay in a very pretty town.
  • A
    Alex
    France France
    This hotel couldn't be any more charming. Spotlessly clean, great breakfast, great value for money, friendly service. Would love to go back!
  • Helen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Pretty hotel in the middle of town so very convenient. Clean and comfy.
  • Marc
    Germany Germany
    Comfortable and conveniently located in the heart of Espelette, cozy but elegant with a local feel.
  • Julius
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Your will stay in the heart of small village Espellete which is nice. It's nice to stay overnight and spend few hours around local specialties shop. Parking is distanced from hotel 300-400 meters.
  • Anthony
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Michel the host was amazing!! Really friendly, made the visit worthwhile.
  • Richard
    France France
    the view from my south facing window. lovely baize-clad fields and the first of the Pyrenees mountains in the evening sun with beautiful blossoms
  • Jeremy
    France France
    perfect location - walking distance from the activities and restaurants.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • CHILHAR
    • Cuisine
      French
    • Ambiance
      Traditional

Facilities of Hôtel Chilhar
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free WiFi
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Luggage storage
    • Barber/beauty shop
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    Entertainment and family services
    • Kids' outdoor play equipment
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Heating
    • Soundproofing
    • Soundproof rooms
    • Fan
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Accessibility
    • Visual aids: Tactile signs
    • Visual aids: Braille
    • Emergency cord in bathroom
    • Lower bathroom sink
    • Higher level toilet
    • Toilet with grab rails
    • Wheelchair accessible
    Wellness
    • Full body massage
    • Hand massage
    • Foot massage
    • Neck massage
    • Back massage
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    Languages spoken
    • English
    • Spanish
    • French

    House rules
    Hôtel Chilhar takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 15:00 to 19:00
    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    From 08:00 to 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 option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    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

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 21
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Accepted payment methods
    VisaMastercardMaestroCash

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

    Please note that this hotel does not have air conditioning.

    Please note that the restaurant is only open for lunch.

    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.

    Please inform Hôtel Chilhar in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

    FAQs about Hôtel Chilhar

    • Hôtel Chilhar is 150 yards from the centre of Espelette. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Room options at Hôtel Chilhar include:

      • Double
      • Triple
      • Single

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

    • Hôtel Chilhar offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Massage
      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Foot massage
      • Walking tours
      • Back massage
      • Tour or class about local culture
      • Full body massage
      • Bike tours
      • Horse riding
      • Hand massage
      • Neck massage

    • Hôtel Chilhar has 1 restaurant:

      • CHILHAR

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