Centuries ago St Jean-de-Luz was more important than Biarritz, a fishing port grown rich on whales, whose sailors were feared by the English - they referred to it as a viper's nest. It was here that Louis XIV chose to marry Marie-Thérèse in sumptuous style following the contract signed at nearby Hendaye - though the marriage was delayed by his passion for his mistress.
Much of the very old town was destroyed by fire set by the Spanish in 1558, but by 1660 - the year of the marriage - much had been rebuilt, and the old town still today bears testament to the wealth at that time. But then fishing went into a decline, until the last century when tuna, anchovies and sardines became the main catches.
Today St-Jean-de-Luz, with its long beach and old port, is one of the busiest coastal resorts in France, a lively and cosmopolitan town. Around the main square you can find some of the best sea-food restaurants on the Basque Coast, as well as other bars and terraces from which to see and enjoy the regular musical events in the main square - including a Basque Choir every Sunday morning.
Maison Louis XIV and Maison de l'Infante (17th Century residences of French King Louis XIV and Spanish Princess Marie-Teresa before their marriage in the church of Saint Jean-Baptiste)
Local history including a wax-works exhibition. Open all the year round: every day from April to October, the afternoons of weekends and school holidays outside this period.
The Resort Hotel is located in Saint Jean de Luz, on the sea side and in the heart of the city. Located at the gateway to Spain, Saint-Jean-de-Luz is the ideal point for discovering the Basque Country. Book online now Price: From €161 No of rooms: 52 Cards: Amex Diners Visa/Mcard Child rate: No Ratings:
Our hotel is close to the center of Saint Jean de luz, the perfect point to discover the beautiful Basque Country. Book online now Price: From €135 No of rooms: 60 Cards: Amex Diners Visa/Mcard Child rate: No Garden Ratings:
The hotel has a direct access to the thalassotherapy salon, so you can go to your beauty care very rapidly. The hotel Hélianthal and its staff are pleased to welcome you. Book online now Price: From €103 No of rooms: 100 Cards: Amex Diners Visa/Mcard Child rate: No Ratings:
The Hotel Villas Les Goëlands is surely one of the coast's most original building. Its most distinctive feature is being divided between two handsome adjoining villas. Book online now Price: From €74 No of rooms: 35 Cards: Amex Diners Visa/Mcard Child rate: No Garden Ratings:
The Grand Hotel de La Poste greets you in an XVIIIth century residence made famous by La Fayette who stayed here on his way to America in 1777. Book online now Price: From €67 No of rooms: 34 Cards: Amex Diners Visa/Mcard Child rate: No Ratings:
Our hotel is located in the town centre, close to the Station and Harbour and just 3 minutes on foot from the beach. Elisabeth and Philippe HARDY are pleased to welcome you to their beautiful Basque residence in Saint-Jean-de-Luz. Book online now Price: From €64 No of rooms: 34 Cards: Amex Visa/Mcard Child rate: No Ratings:
Our hotel is located in the town centre, close to the Station and Harbour and just 3 minutes on foot from the beach. Elisabeth and Philippe HARDY are pleased to welcome you to their beautiful Basque residence in Saint-Jean-de-Luz. Book online now Price: From €64 No of rooms: 34 Cards: Amex Visa/Mcard Child rate: No Ratings:
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The Resort Hotel is located in Saint Jean de Luz, on the sea side and in the heart of the city. Located at the gateway to Spain, Saint-Jean-de-Luz is the ideal point for discovering the Basque Country.
Our hotel is close to the center of Saint Jean de luz, the perfect point to discover the beautiful Basque Country. 
The hotel has a direct access to the thalassotherapy salon, so you can go to your beauty care very rapidly. The hotel Hélianthal and its staff are pleased to welcome you.
The Hotel Villas Les Goëlands is surely one of the coast's most original building. Its most distinctive feature is being divided between two handsome adjoining villas.
The Grand Hotel de La Poste greets you in an XVIIIth century residence made famous by La Fayette who stayed here on his way to America in 1777.
Our hotel is located in the town centre, close to the Station and Harbour and just 3 minutes on foot from the beach. Elisabeth and Philippe HARDY are pleased to welcome you to their beautiful Basque residence in Saint-Jean-de-Luz.