About Biarritz
This lavish seaside resort lies in French Basque Country. From your villa in Biarritz you’ll enjoy its perfect climate and beautiful sandy coastline. Over the centuries, Biarritz has attracted high-profile visitors: the prestigious Hotel du Palais was built for Napoleon III and his wife Eugenie to stay in.
Nowadays, Biarritz is better known as the European surfing capital. If you’re feeling active, a beach house or coastal villa is the perfect place to grab a board and hit the waves. If you’re new the sport, or just want to observe, there are several surf schools nearby or you can watch the pros perform in annual competitions.
Biarritz is also the ideal place for those wishing to explore Basque culture. Tuck into traditional Basque cuisine with a fillet of succulent fish grilled over hot coals. Include a glass of natural cider from the barrel and, under the southern French sun, you’ll be unwinding just like the locals do.
After a lazy day, we can arrange a spa treatment directly in your villa, allowing you to relax before cosying up with a sundowner on your terrace or balcony. The ultimate Biarritz sunsets can be enjoyed from its iconic lighthouse. Offering views across the Atlantic Ocean, you’ll feel like the king of the world, which is more than Napoleon ever achieved.
Time Zone
GMT +1 hour
Language
French
Currency
The official currency is the Euro (€). Coins are available in 1 cent, 2 cent, 5 cent, 10 cent, 20 cent, 50, cent , €1 & €2 denominations. Notes are available in €5, €10, €20, €50, €100, €200, €500 denominations.
Money Matters
Travellers cheques are widely accepted for exchange or purchase in major cities, but in more rural areas, visit a bank to exchange them for Euros. Major credit cards are widely accepted here (though a limited number of merchants have American Express accounts) and ATM access is widespread. Exchange currency only at authorized outlets such as banks and hotels, and exchange only what you think you will spend in-country. Coins cannot be reconverted on departure. Save all receipts from any currency exchange transaction. You may be asked to produce them when you exit the country, and they are required if you intend to reconvert local currency.
Tipping Suggestions
Tips in restaurants are usually added on at 10/15 % of the bill. However, it is often a subject of controversy whether this amount actually goes to the waiter or not, therefore it is your choice whether to tip more.