Elissaldia occupies Bidart's main square, a mere 300 metres from the Atlantic shoreline. The property has a bar with an outdoor terrace, plus air-conditioned rooms each with an en-suite bathroom.
Soundproofing, a flat-screen TV and complimentary Wi-Fi come standard in every room, many of which open onto sweeping views of the sea or the surrounding mountains.
A continental breakfast is served each morning, and the restaurant — set beneath exposed wooden beams — turns out traditional French dishes, from quick express menus to multi-course gourmet tasting menus.
The Basque coast is well suited to outdoor pursuits like hiking and golf.
Elissaldia is a 2-minute drive from the A63 motorway, 7 km from Biarritz's TGV train station, and 20 km north of the Spanish border. Free private parking is available on site.