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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 5 mi from Hotel Balea, while Saint-Jean-de-Luz is 3.7 mi away. Anglet Airport is 5.6 mi from the property.

Couples in particular 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


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
or
2 twin beds
1 queen bed
or
2 twin beds
1 queen bed
or
2 twin beds
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Property practices

This property told us they've 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
9.1
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
8.4
Location
8.8
Free WiFi
8.8
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Jackialice
    Spain Spain
    Charming hotel in a former school. Comfy with good common spaces
  • Alexandra
    Australia Australia
    Lovley accommodation. Loved the school theme. Everything was clean and comfortable.
  • Jelle
    Sweden Sweden
    Normally the reception is closed in the evening, but because they knew we would arrive by train in later in the evening, they waited specially for our check-inn until we arrived. The hotel is the old primary school of the village and it is nicely...

Hotel area info

Amenities of Hotel Balea
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular amenities
  • Private Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Beach
  • Horseback riding
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    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 available on site (reservation is needed) and charges may apply.
  • Street parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Concierge
  • Tour desk
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Babysitting/Child services
    Additional charge
  • Business center
    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
  • Safe
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Soundproof
  • Laptop safe
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Spa
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French

House rules

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

Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of EUR 200 is required on arrival. That's about USD 213. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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

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

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 15 per child, per night
Crib 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 cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Mastercard Visa UnionPay credit card JCB Diners Club American Express Cash Hotel Balea accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-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-authorization , a temporary hold on your credit card.

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

In response to the 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 the 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 by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Hotel Balea

  • The nearest beach is 2,600 feet from Hotel Balea. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Hotel Balea is 1,000 feet from the center of Guéthary. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at Hotel Balea can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.2).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Buffet

  • The prices at Hotel Balea may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

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

    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Walking tours
    • Horseback riding
    • Beach
    • Bicycle rental
    • Bike tours

  • Room options at Hotel Balea include:

    • Single
    • Double

  • Check-in at Hotel Balea is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.