Grand Hôtel Spa & Thalasso

Hotels
9 (1004 reviews)
43 Boulevard Thiers , Saint-Jean-de-Luz , fr

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location
Friendly service
Good food and beverage options
Cons:
Small rooms
Spa needs improvement
Cleanliness concerns in some reviews

Categories

Cleanliness
8.25
Some reviews mentioned room issues that could imply cleanliness concerns.
Service
9.75
Staff were frequently described as friendly, helpful, and excellent.
Location
9.75
Consistently praised for its prime beachfront location.
Room Quality
8.25
Rooms were mentioned as small and needing refreshing, impacting the perceived quality.
Amenities
9.25
General positive sentiment but noted the spa has room for improvement.
Value for Money
8.25
While often considered great value, certain aspects such as small rooms affected perceptions.
Food and Beverage
9.25
Breakfast was highlighted as excellent with a good range of options.
Overall Experience
9.25
Most reviews reflected a very enjoyable stay despite minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-09 02:22

Property Description

Luxurious Spa and Wellness Centre
Indulge in relaxation at the 1000 m² spa offering a sauna, hammam, and indoor heated sea-water swimming pool, all complimentary for guests.

Elegant Rooms and Suites
Experience comfort in air-conditioned, soundproof rooms with modern amenities like flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, and the option for stunning ocean views.

Exquisite Dining Experience
Savor delectable meals at the exclusive restaurant Aho Fina, available by reservation for lunch and dinner, ensuring a culinary delight during your stay.

Experience a seaside retreat like no other at Grand Hôtel Thalasso & Spa in Saint-Jean-de-Luz. Book now for a luxurious getaway.

Important information:

Please note only small pets are allowed.

Please note that for group bookings of 6 bedrooms and more, specific cancelation and deposit policies apply. Booking have to include lunch and/or dinner at least once a day during the entire stay. The property will contact you directly to organize this.

Access to the indoor heated sea water pool, steam room, sauna, salt grotto and fitness room are included with no extracharge, and no appointment needed.

Please note that the property will be closed from the 26th of november 2023, until the 15th of december 2023.

Veuillez noter que noter établissement sera fermé à compter du 30/09/2025 jusqu'au 27/04/2026 pour motif de rénovation.

Please note that our establishment will be closed from 30/09/2025 until 27/04/2026 for renovation reasons.In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.
When booking half board, note that drinks are not included.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: BIQ

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs EUR 29 per day.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 1004 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.25
Service: 9.75
Location: 9.75
Room Quality: 8.25
Amenities: 9.25
Value for Money: 8.25
Food and Beverage: 9.25
Overall Experience: 9.25
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Guest couple fr
3
Overall, this was a very disappointing stay.
Pros:

Beautifully designed common areas.

Cons:

This hotel falls well short of what one would reasonably expect from a five-star establishment.

While the room may technically meet the minimum size requirements for a five-star rating, the layout is poorly designed and feels more consistent with a four-star property. The room was so cramped that opening the wardrobe required squeezing through the narrow gap beside the bed. The wardrobe itself was inadequately sized, with hanging clothes obstructing the doors from closing properly. There was also insufficient space to open and store suitcases comfortably.

The bathroom was equally disappointing. It consisted of a small, poorly designed shower area with a broken soap dispenser screwed to the wall and an unusually small toilet. Guests paying five-star prices would reasonably expect a spacious, well-designed bathroom with a quality shower, bathtub, and separate toilet facilities.

At a cost of €875 for two nights, the accommodation represented extremely poor value for money and delivered, at best, a three-star experience.

The service was equally disappointing. Apart from the receptionist who assisted us at departure, staff appeared largely indifferent to our concerns. We requested a room change due to our dissatisfaction, but this was refused. Hospitality at check-in was poor; despite arriving early, we were kept waiting until after 4:00 p.m. before being allowed access to our room. Many staff members appeared inexperienced and in need of further hospitality training.

Our stay did not meet the standards, service, or comfort expected of a five-star hotel.

2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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Jennifer couple fr
8
À refaire
Pros:

La vue exceptionnelle
Le personnel très sympathique et accueillant
Merci aux chefs cuisiniers pour avoir su s adapter à mon intolérance au lactose.

Cons:

Le schooting photo lors de notre séjour. Il y a des heures de fermeture pour la clientèle au temps en profiter pour le faire sur ces temps là.

2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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sophie couple fr
10
Toujours un plaisir de séjourner au Grand Hotel quelle que soit la saison.
Pros:

La vue. La chambre. L’équipe.

Cons:

Rien. Tout est parfait

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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Cecile solo_traveller fr
10
2026-05-25 via Nuitee
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Steve couple us
10
Pros:

The breakfast was exceptional!

2026-05-25 via Nuitee
M
Marisol couple es
9
Pros:

El Spa

2026-05-24 via Nuitee
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Iswandi solo_traveller fr
9
Pros:

La localisation, l accès a la plage, la terrasse en front de mer, la gentillesse du personnel

Cons:

Petit déjeuner non inclus dans le prix de la chambre

2026-05-23 via Nuitee
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Daniel couple fr
10
Séjours remarquable aidé par une météo superbe.
Pros:

Emplacement remarquable et personnel très attentionné.

Cons:

Rien

2026-05-23 via Nuitee
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Denis couple fr
10
2026-05-21 via Nuitee
F
FloGuil solo_traveller fr
9
Pros:

Localisation exceptionnelle
Un staff aux petits soins

2026-05-19 via Nuitee
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KOSTYANTYN couple ua
8
2026-05-18 via Nuitee
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Lindsey Robertson extended_group gb
10
Wonderful!
Pros:

Location was perfect, with the terrace overlooking the beautiful beach. The staff were very friendly and helpful. We just loved it all!

2026-05-18 via Nuitee
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BERNARD couple fr
10
Nous reviendrons avec plaisir
Pros:

Sejour parfait

Cons:

Rien

2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Trek00576163781 Solo travel France
10
Excellent service in a fabulous setting
Pros:

I’ve spent 3 days at Le grand Hotel, I’m so impressed with the personal service, the valet looked after my oversized véhicule, the room service was impeccable, the personal dedication and in room service which I really appreciated. The attention to detail and then…the restaurant - the linguine, the poisson du jour, a pleasure and a discovery! The magnificent Thalasso! I love the ambiance of the the salon where I could work in a relaxed environment. And then the departure, a personal touch - I have a 5 hour journey and the valet offered me water for the journey. The service at this hotel cannot be faulted from morning to night I felt I was cared for and it was an absolute pleasure!

2026-05-13 via Tripadvisor
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jerez couple fr
10
Pros:

L'emplacement parfait
Très belle deco
Personnel avenant
La réception exceptionnelle

2026-05-13 via Nuitee
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Sergio solo_traveller es
9
2026-05-11 via Nuitee
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frederique solo_traveller fr
10
magnifique établissement, calme, bien situé, vue magnifique, cosy.
Pros:

l'emplacement, le calme, la vue, les petits déjeuners, le restaurant, la gentillesse du personnel

Cons:

Rien tout était parfait

2026-05-11 via Nuitee
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tasty1111 Couples London, England
8
Great location
Pros:

A really good location for walking in to the beautiful town.The views were great and the staff really attentive

2026-05-06 via Tripadvisor
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Gerber couple at
8
Pros:

Besser könnte die Lage nicht sein. Das Spa ist sehr angenehm und nicht überlaufen.

Cons:

Im Restaurant hatte es unglaublich viele Fliegen.

2026-05-06 via Nuitee
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Célia couple fr
9
Très bel Hotel & Spa
Pros:

- Le check out a midi qui nous laisse le temps de profiter
- Le cadre sublime
- L'accueil
- Le spa , avec ses nouveaux bassins et son decor splendide

Cons:

- Suppression des jets massants qu'il y avait dans la piscine avant la renovation
- Dérangement par les femmes de chambres a 22h pour nous donner 2 chocolats...

2026-05-06 via Nuitee