Description of hotel: Auberge Etchoinia in Biarritz

Located on the place de l'Eglise in the village of Lasse, 2km from Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, the capital of the Basque province of Basse-Navarre, this charming hotel offers comfortable rooms each named for their view of the mountains. Guests can indulge in delicious home cooking, either on the shady terrace throughout the summer or by the cosy fireside in the dining room in winter; local produce and Basque specialities are a common feature. Offering a haven within a picturesque village, there are many historical sites to discover such as The Citadelle, the pathway along the city wall, medieval pedestrian streets, the Nive River and the Roman bridge all within a short distance from the property. Further afield, the Basque coast is 45 minutes away with beaches stretching from Anglet to Hendaye and stunning exhibits at the Sea Museum in Biarritz or the Basque Museum in Bayonne.