Hotels in French Basque Country, France

The French Basque Country sits along the Bay of Biscay in southwestern France, famous for its world-class surf breaks and traditional Basque villages. The climate is mild year-round, with warm summers (70-80°F / 21-27°C) perfect for catching waves at Biarritz's Grande Plage, and cooler winters (45-55°F / 7-13°C) ideal for hiking the Pyrenees foothills near Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port. If you visit in spring, you'll find quieter trails and cheaper hotel rates, while autumn offers harvest festivals with pintxos tasting in Bayonne's old town.