Biarritz

Exceptional value for money at this modern, well-appointed hotel in central Biarritz. It is conveniently located for shops, the beach and Casino, yet also benefits from a pleasant residential setting.

Particular highlights include a splendid outdoor swimming-pool with solarium and terrace, and the popular Baton Rouge restaurant and bar. All 77 rooms are sound-proofed, with shower and wc, tv and telephone. Buffet breakfast.

One child under 12 stays free if sharing with parents (breakfast payable to hotel). High season supplement 21 - 31 Mar, 28 Jul - 24 Aug & 1 - 7 Sep: £4. Reduction 5 - 31 Oct: £4.

Recently extensively refurbished and upgraded to four stars, this splendid modern, elegantly furnished hotel enjoys an excellent location in the heart of town, 150 metres from the Grande Plage (main beach) and Casino, handy for the many bars, restaurants and fashionable boutiques.

Its own restaurant, the Maison Blanche, is particularly recommended. All 63 spacious rooms are fully air-conditioned and sound-proofed, with bath, shower, wc, tv, telephone, hairdryer, safe and minibar. A notable feature are the hydro-massaging jets in all baths. Buffet breakfast.

Superior room, Low Season: £5, Mid Season: £10, High Season: £15