About
Villa Catarie is located in the heart of the Basque village of Guethary, just a 5-minute walk from the beach. It features free WiFi. Set within an 18th-century building, each room is uniquely decorated with antique furnishings. They are equipped with a spacious private bathroom, soundproofing and satellite TV. Superior rooms have a separate toilet, a welcome tray with tea and coffee, a mini-bar, a safety deposit box, bathrobes and free toiletries. Breakfast is served each morning. It is made from local produce and is served either in the breakfast room or in the guest room. Villa Catarie also features a not heated outdoor swimming pool. Biarritz is 5.6 mi away and Villa Catarie is 3.7 mi from the resort of Saint-Jean-de-Luz. Free private on-site parking is available for guests exploring the Pyrenees-Atlantique region by car.
100 Reviews
- Cleanliness
- 9.3
- Staff
- 9.6
- Location
- 9.6
What Guests Say
- “Everything was wonderful. The staff were charming and genteel. The old fashioned style of the hotel gave it real charm. Our room was…”
- “Very cozy and comfortable hotel. Friendly and helpful staff. Beautiful room. Close to restaurants. Beautiful garden. Parking on site.”
Top Amenities
- Swimming Pool
- Free Internet Access
- Free Parking
- Accessible Rooms / Facilities
- Pets Allowed
- Beachfront
- Non-Smoking Rooms
Room Options
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1/4Superior Double or Twin Room
- Accessible by lift
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Bathrobe(s)
1/4Double or Twin Room with City View
- Accessible by lift
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Bathrobe(s)
1/4Standard Double Room
- Accessible by lift
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Bathrobe(s)
1/4Double Room with Balcony
- Accessible by lift
- Air conditioning
- Balcony
- Bath or Shower
1/4Deluxe Suite
- Accessible by lift
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Bathrobe(s)
1/4Double or Twin Superior Room
- Accessible by lift
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Bathrobe(s)
1/4Superior Suite
- Accessible by lift
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Bathrobe(s)
1/4Junior Suite
- Accessible bath/shower
- Accessible toilet
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
1/4Standard Double or Twin Room with Balcony
- Accessible by lift
- Air conditioning
- Balcony
- Bath or Shower
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What Guests Loved
Based on 100 reviews
Pros +
- Everything was wonderful. The staff were charming and genteel. The old fashioned style of the hotel gave it real charm. Our room was excellent next time I will book a balcony. I so hope there's a next time. Excellent breakfast good selection to choose from. Wonderful location. We loved the coastal walk south to Saint Jean de Luz and North to Biarritz. Stunning scenery. Recommend the Café Basque in walking distance for a meal. This is the sort of hotel that makes me want to get a job as the secret guest.
- Very cozy and comfortable hotel. Friendly and helpful staff. Beautiful room. Close to restaurants. Beautiful garden. Parking on site.
- The property is situated perfectly in the town. The train station is a 5/6 min walk so very close. The property is a few minutes walk to some superb restaurants and around 10mins to the beautiful beach.There is a Spar shop 8/10 mins toward the main road so everything is conveniently located.The rooms are well laid out and has everything you need. We had the Garden room downstairs so that had its own small garden area with deck chairs and table so perfect to just have a a drink and relax.We didn’t have a car but we noticed the car parking was ample and it would be easy to get around. We took the bus into Biarritz and we found it easy and convenient.Definitely worth staying here ?
Cons -
- Maybe clarity as to whether the pool was open in September but then I could have asked.
- The only minus point is the address mentioned in the reservation : the street name is ok but no number is mentioned. It was a little complicated to find the hotel.
- There was nothing not to like!!
Everything was wonderful. The staff were charming and genteel. The old fashioned style of the hotel gave it real charm. Our room was excellent next time I will book a balcony. I so hope there's a next time. Excellent breakfast good selection to choose from. Wonderful location. We loved the coastal walk south to Saint Jean de Luz and North to Biarritz. Stunning scenery. Recommend the Café Basque in walking distance for a meal. This is the sort of hotel that makes me want to get a job as the secret guest.
Maybe clarity as to whether the pool was open in September but then I could have asked.
Very cozy and comfortable hotel. Friendly and helpful staff. Beautiful room. Close to restaurants. Beautiful garden. Parking on site.
The only minus point is the address mentioned in the reservation : the street name is ok but no number is mentioned. It was a little complicated to find the hotel.
The property is situated perfectly in the town. The train station is a 5/6 min walk so very close. The property is a few minutes walk to some superb restaurants and around 10mins to the beautiful beach.There is a Spar shop 8/10 mins toward the main road so everything is conveniently located.The rooms are well laid out and has everything you need. We had the Garden room downstairs so that had its own small garden area with deck chairs and table so perfect to just have a a drink and relax.We didn’t have a car but we noticed the car parking was ample and it would be easy to get around. We took the bus into Biarritz and we found it easy and convenient.Definitely worth staying here ?
There was nothing not to like!!
The entire property is beautiful, both inside and out, drawing upon local Basque traditions. It is a stone's throw to the breaches and the numerous excellent tapas bars and restaurants Guéthary offers. The beds were very comfortable and it was very quiet at night. Mme. Beatrice was a most friendly and welcoming host. Our room had a nice furnished balcony to relax with a drink. The mini-bar was well stocked with local treats and good drinks. The breakfast was excellent with a nice choice of items. We would gladly return and recommend Villa Catarie to all travelers.
There's was only one thing we found a bit difficult. The bathroom is not very user-friendly for older travelers. The shower required a tall step over the edge of the bathtub, and there were no safety handles for old folks like us. This is especially important as the floor consists of very beautiful but slippery glazed tiles. The shower could also benefit from a glass or plexiglass pane to prevent water from soaking the floor after using the shower. But these concerns apply only to older travelers and should not deter anyone from staying here.
Great location, wonderful breakfast with lots of choices. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful.
Staff was great..she recommended a Michelin restaurant very close to the hotel that provided the best meal on our trip..parking was sensational with private parking beneath our balcony.
Leaving!
Charming boutique hotel in a perfect location. Friendly, well-trained staff. The junior suite is spacious and beautifully appointed with a private garden. Shout out to Stephanie and Marina for their excellent customer service. Highly recommended when visiting Guethary!
WiFi went in and out.
Location OK. Shabby fixtures and fittings (lamps, rubber wallpaper around bath
Horrible breakfast: bitter coffee, no lait cru, tough cold omelette, nasty little pots of jam.Overall too many feminine touches.
Nice room and comfortable bed. Great location
I would have preferred a proper shower with a screen
Location, parking, public spaces decor
Room was a bit small & I didn’t like the shower as it was hand held & no screen to keep the water in the bathtub.
Location was nice, in a picturesque area close to the beach and restaurants. Breakfast was good and the little garden area was nice. Pool was nice too, but the surrounding area was extremely narrow and the stairs to get into the pool were slippery and not well fixed.
The 4 star rating is totally undeserved, we literally suffered in a so called suite that was basically a furnished attic, extremely hot, without air conditioning, where we hit our head multiple times, couldn’t sleep because of the heat and the poor quality of the mattresses. Everything in this hotel was poor quality, linens, towels, hair dryer, couldn’t even take a proper shower because it had only a tub without any possibility of standing while showering.
Charming old bâtisse from pays basque, the outdoor breakfast, the location with easy parking, nicely typically decorated room, friendly staff
Secret seaside location - great for fresh air experience. Don’t miss out on the buffet breakfast - priceless joy.
lovely village, location, very comfortable bed nice bathroom and amenities, pleasant staff and nice breakfast
perfect location in the centre of Guethary!comfortable,close to the best surf spot, parking ,cozy we will come back ✌?
Lovely hotel in centre of old town. 2 minutes from the beach. A mix of locals and visitors
we had a beautiful room, with balcony, in this classy old hotel. An ensuite with a full bath, a separate wc, which is welcome but fairly rare these days. It was all very comfortable.We only stayed one night and did not take breakfast so no idea what that was like. The Villa Catarie is very well located only a few minutes walk from the train station and local services.
I used the stairs rather than the lift at one point and there was a light bulb missing which made it a bit dark. Minor issue, although it may have been a bigger problem for some.
the Location was absolutely great and the parking was very convenient.
the room was too small and too hot. totally inappropriate to stay with a baby. not sure why we got assigned that room.
the location, the bed, the cleanliness, the terrace
everything was really nice
location, decor, atmosphere, staff
Amenities & Policies
Amenities
Swimming & Soaking
- Beachfront
- Swimming Pool
- Outdoor pool
Media & Technology
- Free Internet Access
Transportation
- Free Parking
- Accessible parking
Accessibility
- Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
- Accessible toilet
- Facilities for disabled guests available
- Wheelchair accessible
Kid Friendly
- Family Friendly
General
- Pets Allowed
- No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
- Lower bathroom sinks available
Guest policies
| Check-in | After 3:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Check-out | Before 11:00 AM |
| Internet | Free Wi-Fi is available. |
| Parking | Free parking is available. |
| Children & Extra Beds | Children of all ages are welcome. Children of age 3 to 17 can stay with extra bed, subject to additional charges. Children of age 0 to 3 stay free with cot. |
| Pets | Pets are allowed. Charges may apply. |
| Room Rates | All rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted. |
Important info
Opening hours of the Reception : From Monday to Sunday from 8 am to 8 pm. In case of arrival out of these hours, please contact the hotel.Swimming pool: Closed from Sun, Nov 1, 2026 until Sun, Feb 28, 2027
Location
Avenue Du Général De Gaulle, Guethary



