Located in the picturesque village Espelette, hotel Chilhar overlooks the Basque mountains. Just 11 mi 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 while 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 in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 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 full bed
1 twin bed
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1 twin bed
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1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.7
Location
9.5
Free Wifi
8.4

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Pamela
    United States United States
    Breakfast was great, and the bed was really comfortable. It would have been nice to have a real chair to work at the desk rather than the stool. Otherwise, I really liked the room. I'm so glad I chose to stay in Espelette during my stay in the...
  • Colleen
    Canada Canada
    Beautiful, clean room! Great location & village!!!
  • Alban
    United States United States
    The owner was very kind and flexible. We were supposed to be 2 and we just add our daughter 2 days before the stay. No space available but the owner contacted other hotel to find a solution. At the end, they manage to host all the family. Other...
  • Glenn
    United States United States
    The gentleman that met us at the front desk was just outstanding! He went the extra distance to make sure we were well accommodated and even brought out glasses in the evening for us to enjoy a bottle of spirits we had purchased in town and opened...
  • 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.

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • CHILHAR
    • Cuisine
      French
    • Ambience
      Traditional

Amenities of Hôtel Chilhar
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Wardrobe or closet

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Activities

  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not possible).

    Services

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Baggage storage
    • Hair/Beauty salon
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge

    Entertainment & Family Services

    • Outdoor play equipment for kids

    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
    • Soundproof
    • Soundproof rooms
    • Fan
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Accessibility

    • Visual aids (tactile signs)
    • Visual aids (Braille)
    • Bathroom emergency cord
    • Lowered sink
    • Raised toilet
    • Toilet with grab rails
    • Wheelchair accessible

    Spa

    • 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 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM
    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
    Check-out
    From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    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

    Cribs and extra beds aren't 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
    Must-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 ID 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 of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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

    FAQs about Hôtel Chilhar