The best hotels in France by the sea

With more than 5 kilometers of coastline, France is an ideal destination for seaside enthusiasts. From the English Channel to the Mediterranean, the beaches offer varied landscapes, from the sand dunes of the Atlantic to the rocky coasts of the Mediterranean. And to take full advantage of these landscapes, what could be better than staying in one of the best hotels by the sea in France? Offering breathtaking views and easy access to the beach, these hotels will allow you to experience an unforgettable vacation.

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From 220 per night
Languages English French
Departure time From 17:00 am to 0:00 pm
Arriving time From 6:00 am to 12:00 pm
Pet Friendly Pets are allowed on request (a supplement may apply).
Payment method Mastercard, Visa, JCB, Diners Club, American Express, Cash

Directly connected to the Oleron St Trojan thalassotherapy center, Novotel Thalassa Ile d'Oléron offers rooms with sea or mountain views.

  • New Aquitaine
  • Saint-Trojan-les-Bains
  • Gatseau Beach
  • 85 customer reviews
  • Satisfaction 67/100
From 461 per night
Languages English, Spanish, Italian
Departure time From 15:00 am to 20:00 pm
Arriving time From 8:00 am to 12:00 pm
Pet Friendly Pets are not allowed in the establishment.
Payment method Maestro, Mastercard, Visa, American Express, Cash is not accepted

Located in Saint-Palais-sur-Mer, facing the beach, Hôtel Hemen offers 5-star accommodation, free bikes, an outdoor swimming pool…

  • New Aquitaine
  • Saint-palais-sur-mer
  • 3 rue des Bains
  • 15 customer reviews
  • Satisfaction 100/100
From 425 per night
Languages English, Spanish, French
Departure time From 15:00 am to 20:00 pm
Arriving time From 8:00 am to 12:00 pm
Pet Friendly Pets are not allowed in the establishment.
Payment method Maestro, Mastercard, Visa, American Express, Cash

The Hôtel Côté Sable is located near the beach, in the heart of Cap Ferret, facing Arcachon Bay.

  • New Aquitaine
  • Cap-Ferret
  • 37 Boulevard de La Plage
  • 31 customer reviews
  • Satisfaction 84/100
From 208 per night
Languages English, Spanish, French
Departure time From 16:00 am to 0:00 pm
Arriving time From 5:00 am to 12:00 pm
Pet Friendly Pets are allowed on request (a supplement may apply).
Payment method Mastercard, Visa, Cash

Facing the Arcachon Bay, a 2-minute walk from the beach and 3,7 km from the Pilat Dune, La Guitoune offers a terrace,…

  • New Aquitaine
  • Pyla-sur-Mer
  • 95 Ocean Boulevard
  • 37 customer reviews
  • Satisfaction 89/100
From 455 per night
Languages English, Spanish, Italian
Departure time From 16:00 am to 22:00 pm
Arriving time Until 12:00 p.m.
Pet Friendly Pets are not allowed in the establishment.
Payment method Mastercard, Visa, UnionPay credit card, American Express, Cash

Located on the seafront in Andernos-les-Bains, the 4-star L'Anderenis Boutique Hôtel offers a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, a garden and…

  • New Aquitaine
  • Andernos-les-bains
  • 9 Beach Boulevard
  • 55 customer reviews
  • Satisfaction 82/100
From 194 per night
Languages German, English, Spanish, French
Departure time From 15:30 am to 0:00 pm
Arriving time Until 11:00 p.m.
Pet Friendly Pets are allowed on request (a supplement may apply).
Payment method Mastercard, Visa, American Express, Cash

This 4-star hotel is located opposite the beach in Arcachon and 5 minutes from the Casino de la Plage.

  • New Aquitaine
  • Arcachon
  • 1 Rue Grenier
  • 38 customer reviews
  • Satisfaction 78/100
From 517 per night
Languages English, Spanish, French
Departure time From 15 noon
Arriving time From 11:00 am to 12:00 pm
Pet Friendly Pets are allowed (a supplement may apply).
Payment method Mastercard, Visa, American Express, Cash

Villa L'Arche is located in Bidart, just 50 meters from the beach and 6 km from Saint-Jean-de-Luz and Biarritz.

  • New Aquitaine
  • Bidart
  • Camboenea
  • 11 customer reviews
  • Satisfaction 91/100
From 128 per night
Languages German, English, Spanish, French, Italian
Departure time From 16 noon
Arriving time Until 12:00 p.m.
Pet Friendly Pets are allowed (a supplement may apply).
Payment method Mastercard, Visa, American Express, Cash

Located in Anglet, between Biarritz and Bayonne, the Atlanthal offers direct access to one of the most beautiful beaches on the Basque coast.

  • New Aquitaine
  • Anglet
  • 153 Beach Boulevard
  • 63 customer reviews
  • Satisfaction 73/100
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From 243 per night
Languages English, Spanish, French
Departure time From 15 noon
Arriving time Until 11:00 p.m.
Pet Friendly Pets are allowed (a supplement may apply).
Payment method Mastercard, Visa, Diners Club, American Express, Cash

Hotel Plaza Biarritz Plage – Handwritten Collection welcomes you in an Art Deco building from the 1930s, in the city center of Biarritz, facing…

  • New Aquitaine
  • Biarritz
  • 10 Avenue Edouard VII
  • 23 customer reviews
  • Satisfaction 80/100
From 415 per night
Languages English, Spanish, French, Italian
Departure time From 15:00 am to 0:00 pm
Arriving time From 6:00 am to 11:00 pm
Pet Friendly Pets are allowed (a supplement may apply).
Payment method Mastercard, Visa, Cash

Located on the seafront, the 4-star Le Garage Biarritz Hôtel offers a terrace, a restaurant and a bar.

  • New Aquitaine
  • Biarritz
  • 50 Avenue de l’Impératrice
  • 27 customer reviews
  • Satisfaction 85/100
From 185 per night
Languages Greek, English, Spanish, French, Italian
Departure time From 15:00 am to 0:00 pm
Arriving time From 0:00 am to 12:00 pm
Pet Friendly Pets are allowed on request (a supplement may apply).
Payment method Maestro, Mastercard, Visa, American Express, Cash

Completely renovated in 2024, the Port-Vieux hotel, formerly George VI, located in the center of Biarritz, 50 meters from the beach and a 2-minute walk…

  • New Aquitaine
  • Biarritz
  • Rue du Port Vieux
  • 35 customer reviews
  • Satisfaction 86/100
From 284 per night
Languages English, Spanish, French
Departure time From 15 noon
Arriving time Until 11:00 p.m.
Pet Friendly Pets are not allowed in the establishment.
Payment method Mastercard, Visa, Cash

Located on the seafront in Saint-Jean-de-Luz, this 4-star hotel offers air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi.

  • New Aquitaine
  • Saint-Jean-de-Luz
  • Promenade Jacques Thibaud
  • 60 customer reviews
  • Satisfaction 78/100
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From 311 per night
Languages English, Spanish, French
Departure time From 16 noon
Arriving time Until 12:00 p.m.
Pet Friendly Pets are allowed (a supplement may apply).
Payment method Mastercard, Visa, Diners Club, American Express, Cash

With its exceptional location, feet in the sand and located in the heart of the famous seaside town of Saint Jean de Luz, Thalazur Saint Jean…

  • New Aquitaine
  • Saint-Jean-de-Luz
  • Place Maurice Ravel
  • 93 customer reviews
  • Satisfaction 93/100
From 339 per night
Languages English, Spanish, French
Departure time From 16 noon
Arriving time From 6:00 am to 12:00 pm
Pet Friendly Pets are not allowed in the establishment.
Payment method Mastercard, Visa, American Express, Cash

Hôtel Le Café de Paris is located in the center of Biarritz, on the pedestrian Place Bellevue and a 5-minute walk from Les Halles.

  • New Aquitaine
  • Biarritz
  • Place Bellevue
  • 74 customer reviews
  • Satisfaction 91/100
From 222 per night
Languages German, English, Spanish, French
Departure time From 16:00 am to 0:00 pm
Arriving time From 7:00 am to 12:00 pm
Pet Friendly Pets are allowed (a supplement may apply).
Payment method Mastercard, Visa, Diners Club, Carte Bleue, American Express, Cash

Completely renovated in 2021 and environmentally friendly, Hotel Le Windsor Biarritz is located on the beach side, in the heart of Biarritz.

  • New Aquitaine
  • Biarritz
  • 11 Avenue Edouard VII
  • 97 customer reviews
  • Satisfaction 86/100
From 840 per night
Languages English, Spanish, French, Portuguese
Departure time From 16:00 am to 0:00 pm
Arriving time From 7:00 am to 12:00 pm
Pet Friendly Pets are allowed on request (a supplement may apply).
Payment method Mastercard, Visa, American Express, Cash is not accepted

Surrounded by a forest and designed by Philippe Starck, Hotel La Co(o)rniche is a luxury 5-star property with an infinity pool offering…

  • New Aquitaine
  • Pyla-sur-Mer
  • 46 avenue louis gaume
  • 31 customer reviews
  • Satisfaction 97/100
From 185 per night
Languages English, Spanish, French
Departure time From 16 noon
Arriving time From 5:00 am to 12:00 pm
Pet Friendly Pets are allowed on request (a supplement may apply).
Payment method Maestro, Mastercard, Visa, American Express, Cash is not accepted

Offering direct access to the beach, Hotel Le B d'Arcachon welcomes you on the edge of the Arcachon basin and right next to the Casino de la Plage.

  • New Aquitaine
  • Arcachon
  • 4
  • 97 customer reviews
  • Satisfaction 81/100
From 502 per night
Languages German, English, Spanish, French, Italian
Departure time From 15 noon
Arriving time Until 11:00 p.m.
Pet Friendly Pets are allowed (a supplement may apply).
Payment method Mastercard, Visa, Diners Club, American Express, Cash is not accepted

Discover the brand new decoration of the Regina Experimental Biarritz from July 2023!

  • New Aquitaine
  • Biarritz
  • 52 Avenue of the Empress
  • 54 customer reviews
  • Satisfaction 76/100
From 226 per night
Languages English, Spanish, French
Departure time From 15:00 am to 0:00 pm
Arriving time From 6:00 am to 11:00 pm
Pet Friendly Pets are not allowed in the establishment.
Payment method Mastercard, Visa, Cash

Hôtel de la Plage welcomes you to Biarritz, facing the ocean and just 50 meters from the old port beach.

  • New Aquitaine
  • Biarritz
  • 3
  • 41 customer reviews
  • Satisfaction 85/100
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From 952 per night
Languages German, English, Spanish, French, Italian, Dutch, Portuguese, Russian
Departure time From 15 noon
Arriving time From 7:00 am to 12:00 pm
Pet Friendly Pets are allowed (a supplement may apply).
Payment method Mastercard, Visa, JCB, Diners Club, American Express, Cash

This 5-star hotel has 2 swimming pools as well as a spa and gym with hammam, hot tub and massages.

  • New Aquitaine
  • Biarritz
  • 1
  • 64 customer reviews
  • Satisfaction 96/100
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From 334 per night
Languages German, English, Spanish, French
Departure time From 16 noon
Arriving time Until 12:00 p.m.
Pet Friendly Pets are allowed on request (a supplement may apply).
Payment method Mastercard, Visa, American Express, Cash

Located a few steps from Biarritz city center, the Sofitel Biarritz Le Miramar Thalassa overlooks one of the most beautiful beaches on the Basque coast.

  • New Aquitaine
  • Biarritz
  • 13 rue Louison Bobet
  • 81 customer reviews
  • Satisfaction 78/100
From 310 per night
Languages English, Spanish, French
Departure time From 16:00 am to 23:00 pm
Arriving time From 7:30 am to 12:00 pm
Pet Friendly Pets are not allowed in the establishment.
Payment method Mastercard, Visa, American Express, Cash

Located on the oceanfront, with nearby beach access, Grand Hotel de la Plage is an elegant, modern-style property with a restaurant and…

  • New Aquitaine
  • Biscarrosse-Plage
  • 2 Beach Avenue
  • 83 customer reviews
  • Satisfaction 84/100
From 292 per night
Languages English French
Departure time From 16:00 am to 23:00 pm
Arriving time From 7:00 am to 12:00 pm
Pet Friendly Pets are allowed (a supplement may apply).
Payment method Maestro, Mastercard, Visa, Carte Bleue, American Express, Cash

The Hotel Restaurant Dolce Vita overlooks the Sanguinaires Islands and the Gulf of Ajaccio. It includes a swimming pool and its own private beach.

  • Corsica
  • Ajaccio
  • Route des Sanguinaires
  • 43 customer reviews
  • Satisfaction 91/100
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From 249 per night
Languages English, Spanish, French
Departure time From 15:00 am to 23:00 pm
Arriving time From 7:00 am to 11:00 pm
Pet Friendly Pets are not allowed in the establishment.
Payment method Maestro, Mastercard, Visa, UnionPay credit card, JCB, American Express, Cash

Le Brittany & Spa is set in a 17th-century seaside mansion with an indoor pool and spa.

  • Britain
  • Roscoff
  • Bd Sainte Barbe
  • 17 customer reviews
  • Satisfaction 94/100

Seaside hotels in France: Upscale vacations by the sea

“Ideal location to enjoy the sea”

Seaside hotels in France offer dream locations to enjoy the sea at any time of the day. With breathtaking views of the ocean from your room or on the hotel terrace, you can immediately feel on vacation.

“Comfort and luxury”

Seaside hotels in France offer great comfort and luxury for high-end vacations. With elegant rooms, gourmet restaurants, outdoor swimming pools, spas and fitness centers, you can relax in an idyllic setting.

“Nautical and outdoor activities”

France is full of water and outdoor activities for all ages. Beach hotels in France often offer activities such as windsurfing, kayaking, hiking along the cliffs, swimming and water sports. You can enjoy all these activities near your hotel for an active holiday.

“Culture and History”

France is rich in culture and history, by visiting seaside hotels in France you can discover the many cultural heritages, museums and historical monuments. Beach hotels in France are often located near major tourist sites so that you can enjoy them during your vacation.

In summary, seaside hotels in France offer top-of-the-range holidays with ideal locations to enjoy the sea, great comfort and luxury, nautical and outdoor activities, as well as culture and history. You can experience unforgettable holidays in France.

FAQ

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There is a wide variety of seaside hotels in France, ranging from high-end hotels to more modest hotels. There are 4-star and 5-star hotels, as well as 3-star hotels and boutique hotels. There are also boutique hotels, family hotels and luxury hotels.

Activities vary from hotel to hotel, but there are often outdoor pursuits such as windsurfing, kayaking, cliff hikes, swimming, and water sports. Some facilities may include outdoor pools, spas, saunas and fitness rooms.

It depends on the hotel, but many seaside hotels in France have rooms with a view of the sea or the coastal surroundings. It is recommended to check available room options when booking.

Yes, most beach hotels in France have restaurants offering local or international cuisine, it is recommended to check the dining options available when booking.

There are many beautiful places to book a seaside hotel in France, such as the Côte d'Azur, Normandy, Brittany, Vendée, the Mediterranean islands and the Atlantic islands.

Yes, there are seaside hotels in France which are adapted for people with reduced mobility. It is recommended to check the accessibility options when booking.

Yes, there are seaside hotels in France that are child friendly with activities and facilities for them. It is recommended to check the options for children when booking.

Yes, there are seaside hotels in France that allow pets. It is recommended to check pet options when booking.