Hôtel de la Rhune
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Summary of reviewsHôtel de la Rhune, nestled in the heart of the Basque village of Ascain, offers an enviably central location that excels as a base for exploring both coastal and inland attractions. The hotel's prime positioning provides easy access to nearby towns like Saint Jean de Luz, Biarritz and even into Spain. The proximity to local attractions, free parking and fantastic views of the Rhune enhance the experience. Guests are enchanted by the scenic hiking trails, quaint shops and central village squares, contributing to the hotel's tranquil and picturesque ambiance.
The hotel's breakfast is a standout feature, often praised for its variety and the quality of fresh, local and homemade products. Guests enjoy a buffet laden with both sweet and savory options with the option to dine on a shaded garden terrace. The friendly and attentive staff adds to the delightful morning experience, ensuring guests start their day on a positive note.
While there's no on-site restaurant for evening meals, guests appreciate the tapas and snacks offered in the hotel's garden and the staff's excellent recommendations for nearby restaurants. The hotel's attached café serving local specialties adds to the overall dining pleasure.
The rooms at Hôtel de la Rhune are consistently described as comfortable, quiet and exceptionally clean. Guests value the spaciousness, modern yet Mediterranean décor and well-equipped bathrooms. Though the absence of an elevator and some amenities like air conditioning and safes are noted, the superior double rooms with mountain views are particularly praised for their tranquility and comfort.
Cleanliness is a hallmark of Hôtel de la Rhune with guests frequently noting the immaculate condition of rooms and bathrooms. The staff's kindness, attentiveness and helpfulness significantly enhance the overall guest experience, making visitors feel genuinely welcome.
Free wifi is available throughout the hotel, providing convenient internet access, though some guests have experienced occasional connectivity issues, particularly on the 2nd floor. However, the hotel endeavors to ensure a functional internet experience for all guests.
Families find the hotel to be particularly accommodating with spacious family rooms and a warm, family-oriented atmosphere. The hotel is also notably dog-friendly, welcoming pets and their owners with enthusiasm, making it an excellent choice for those traveling with children and pets.
Hôtel de la Rhune combines traditional Basque style with original Art Deco charm, creating a beautiful and historic setting. Despite some areas needing improvement, particularly in meeting three-star rating expectations, the hotel's unique character, superb bedding and delightful ambiance make it a highly recommended destination. The overall commitment to cleanliness, comfort and warm hospitality ensures a memorable stay.
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The hotel's breakfast is a standout feature, often praised for its variety and the quality of fresh, local and homemade products. Guests enjoy a buffet laden with both sweet and savory options with the option to dine on a shaded garden terrace. The friendly and attentive staff adds to the delightful morning experience, ensuring guests start their day on a positive note.
While there's no on-site restaurant for evening meals, guests appreciate the tapas and snacks offered in the hotel's garden and the staff's excellent recommendations for nearby restaurants. The hotel's attached café serving local specialties adds to the overall dining pleasure.
The rooms at Hôtel de la Rhune are consistently described as comfortable, quiet and exceptionally clean. Guests value the spaciousness, modern yet Mediterranean décor and well-equipped bathrooms. Though the absence of an elevator and some amenities like air conditioning and safes are noted, the superior double rooms with mountain views are particularly praised for their tranquility and comfort.
Cleanliness is a hallmark of Hôtel de la Rhune with guests frequently noting the immaculate condition of rooms and bathrooms. The staff's kindness, attentiveness and helpfulness significantly enhance the overall guest experience, making visitors feel genuinely welcome.
Free wifi is available throughout the hotel, providing convenient internet access, though some guests have experienced occasional connectivity issues, particularly on the 2nd floor. However, the hotel endeavors to ensure a functional internet experience for all guests.
Families find the hotel to be particularly accommodating with spacious family rooms and a warm, family-oriented atmosphere. The hotel is also notably dog-friendly, welcoming pets and their owners with enthusiasm, making it an excellent choice for those traveling with children and pets.
Hôtel de la Rhune combines traditional Basque style with original Art Deco charm, creating a beautiful and historic setting. Despite some areas needing improvement, particularly in meeting three-star rating expectations, the hotel's unique character, superb bedding and delightful ambiance make it a highly recommended destination. The overall commitment to cleanliness, comfort and warm hospitality ensures a memorable stay.
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Nestled in the heart of the charming Basque village of Ascain, Hôtel de la Rhune boasts an enviable central location that provides an ideal base for exploring the surrounding areas. Guests consistently highlight the hotel's prime geographic positioning, which places it conveniently between the sea and the mountains, making it a perfect spot for both coastal and inland adventures. Free parking and proximity to local attractions such as the Rhune train and nearby restaurants further enhance its appeal.
The hotel's setting in the village center affords easy access to quaint shops and scenic hiking trails with everything within walking distance. The fronton square and main village square locations add to the cultural charm, making it a great starting point to visit nearby towns like Saint Jean de Luz, Biarritz, Bayonne, Espelette and even into Spain.
Guests appreciate the magnificent views of the Rhune and the beautiful surroundings, which add to the hotel's tranquil and picturesque ambiance. The well-furnished rooms, efficient soundproofing and spacious, beautifully maintained facilities ensure a comfortable stay.
Friendly and attentive staff receive frequent praise, contributing to a memorable experience. Whether for sightseeing, shopping or simply soaking in the local atmosphere, the Hôtel de la Rhune stands out as a well-located gem in the Basque country.
Nestled in the heart of a charming village, Hôtel de la Rhune receives high praise for its breakfast offerings. Guests enthuse about the generous, varied and hearty breakfasts, often highlighting the use of fresh, local and homemade products. The buffet is reportedly well-stocked, providing a robust selection of sweet and savory options, including local ham and cheese, homemade cakes, pastries, dried fruits and more. Many appreciate the quality and taste of the food, describing it as delicious and indulgent.
The breakfast experience is complemented by a friendly and attentive staff, who ensure a warm welcome each morning. The option to enjoy breakfast on the shaded garden terrace adds to the pleasant atmosphere. Despite some comments about the cost, many guests find the breakfast to be of excellent value, given the variety and quality of the products. Overall, the breakfast at Hôtel de la Rhune is a standout feature that contributes significantly to a delightful stay.
Hôtel de la Rhune offers a pleasant dining experience despite the absence of an on-site restaurant for evening meals. Guests can enjoy tapas or a croque monsieur in the hotel's beautiful garden from 11am to 7pm, which many find to be a delightful option. The staff receive high praise for their treatment and provide excellent recommendations for nearby restaurants, making dining in the village a convenient and enjoyable experience. Several good restaurants and establishments are within walking distance, ensuring guests have ample choices. Additionally, the hotel's attached café serves local specialties and charcuterie, adding to the overall positive dining experience.
Hôtel de la Rhune offers a variety of rooms that guests find comfortable and quiet, often highlighted for their spaciousness and excellent cleanliness. Many rooms come with terraces offering scenic views of the mountains or the charming village square and some rooms face a peaceful garden. The décor is modern yet maintains an authentic Mediterranean style with recent renovations enhancing both aesthetics and functionality.
Guests appreciate the functional and well-equipped bathrooms, which are often brand new, although some bathrooms are noted to be small. The rooms are described as cozy and beautifully decorated with comfortable bedding ensuring a restful stay. Families will find ample space as the hotel provides generous rooms, including large family suites.
Though the hotel lacks an elevator and some rooms are not equipped with air conditioning or safes, the overall comfort and cleanliness make up for these drawbacks. Noise isolation is mentioned as a concern by some, but the superior double rooms with mountain views are highlighted as particularly quiet and comfortable.
The hotel’s central location and the charm of the establishment are frequently praised, contributing to a pleasant and convenient stay. Overall, Hôtel de la Rhune combines modern comfort with old-world charm, making it a delightful choice for travelers seeking a relaxed and picturesque setting.
At Hôtel de la Rhune, guests consistently praise the exceptional comfort of the beds. The majority of reviews highlight the bedding as being very comfortable with many noting it as top-notch, superb and contributing to an excellent night's sleep. Comfortable, pleasant and perfectly furnished beds are common highlights, creating an atmosphere where guests feel truly at ease. Even those who typically have difficulty finding a suitable mattress seem to be satisfied with the high-quality bedding. Despite a rare mention of a hard mattress, the overwhelming response underscores that the beds and pillows are incredibly comfortable. This consistent feedback on the superb quality of the beds and bedding adds a strong positive note to the overall guest experience at the hotel.
The cleanliness of Hôtel de la Rhune is a standout feature consistently praised by guests. The hotel offers a tranquil and pleasant environment with a particular emphasis on the immaculate condition of its rooms and bathrooms. Many reviews highlight the impeccable cleanliness throughout the entire structure, noting that the hotel is very well-maintained and decorated. Guests repeatedly emphasize the top-notch hygiene standards, describing the rooms as spacious, functional and exceptionally clean. The family rooms, in particular, receive positive mentions for their cleanliness and comfort. Overall, the commitment to hygiene at Hôtel de la Rhune ensures a comfortable and welcoming stay for all visitors.
The reviews for Hôtel de la Rhune are overwhelmingly positive, particularly highlighting the exceptional quality of the staff. Guests consistently praise the staff for their kindness, attentiveness and helpfulness with many noting that everyone they encountered was warm, friendly and efficient. Reviewers also commend the hotel owners for their welcoming nature and genuine care for their guests. The service is described as superb with an impressive balance of professionalism and friendliness. Notably, the staff's ability to provide excellent advice for exploring the area further enhances the guest experience. The heartfelt and consistent mentions of the warm welcomes, smiling faces and exemplary service suggest that the staff of Hôtel de la Rhune goes above and beyond to ensure a memorable and comfortable stay for all visitors.
At Hôtel de la Rhune, guests can enjoy free wifi in all areas, allowing for convenient internet access throughout the property. While some visitors noted that the wifi on the 2nd floor could be improved and mentioned intermittent or unstable connections, others reported that the wifi worked and found the connection stable. Despite occasional small issues with the wifi, the hotel offers direct access and endeavors to provide a functional internet experience for its guests.
Hôtel de la Rhune is recognized as a charming family-oriented establishment, celebrated for its warm family atmosphere. The hotel's offerings cater perfectly to families, providing ample space and a comfortable setting. Notably, the family rooms are highlighted for their spaciousness and practical design, including features such as separate sleeping areas, which are especially beneficial for accommodating adult children. Ideal for family gatherings and weddings, the hotel consistently receives commendations for being family-friendly, making it an excellent choice for those traveling with children.
Nestled in the charming village of Ascain, Hôtel de la Rhune presents a delightful blend of traditional Basque style and original Art Deco ambiance. The well-maintained historic hotel is renowned for its superb unique decor, perfectly capturing a mixture of period features and regional aesthetics. Recently renovated, the establishment boasts a high quality of upkeep and offers an authentically decorated setting that enhances its ambiance.
Guests have noted the wonderful surroundings and the delightful atmosphere of the hotel, suggesting it as a highly recommended destination. Despite its picturesque charm and well-preserved decor, some reviews mention that certain facilities, such as the bathrooms, fall short of what is expected from a three-star rating. Additionally, concerns were raised about the cleanliness of the carpets and the soundproofing of the rooms.
While the hotel's unique character and authentic decor contribute to its appeal, some found it lacking in value for money, citing it as poorly equipped and not fully meeting the standards of a three-star hotel. In summary, Hôtel de la Rhune offers a beautiful historic setting with excellent decorative features, although it could benefit from improvements in some of the facilities and maintenance practices.
Hôtel de la Rhune stands out as a notably dog-friendly establishment, welcoming both small and large dogs with open arms. The hotel has earned praise for its warm attitude toward pets, creating a child and dog-friendly environment that is ideal for both families and their furry companions. Guests traveling with dogs find no issues regarding their stay, as the hotel not only allows but accepts pets with enthusiasm.
The hotel's staff are known for their welcoming and accommodating nature, ensuring that both human and animal guests feel at home. The ambience of the hotel is described as friendly and inviting for pets, making it an excellent choice for families who want to include their pets in their travels. With a harmonious blend of family-oriented services and dog-friendly amenities, Hôtel de la Rhune emerges as a top recommendation for those seeking a pleasant stay with their pets.
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Location
The hotel's setting in the village center affords easy access to quaint shops and scenic hiking trails with everything within walking distance. The fronton square and main village square locations add to the cultural charm, making it a great starting point to visit nearby towns like Saint Jean de Luz, Biarritz, Bayonne, Espelette and even into Spain.
Guests appreciate the magnificent views of the Rhune and the beautiful surroundings, which add to the hotel's tranquil and picturesque ambiance. The well-furnished rooms, efficient soundproofing and spacious, beautifully maintained facilities ensure a comfortable stay.
Friendly and attentive staff receive frequent praise, contributing to a memorable experience. Whether for sightseeing, shopping or simply soaking in the local atmosphere, the Hôtel de la Rhune stands out as a well-located gem in the Basque country.
Breakfast
The breakfast experience is complemented by a friendly and attentive staff, who ensure a warm welcome each morning. The option to enjoy breakfast on the shaded garden terrace adds to the pleasant atmosphere. Despite some comments about the cost, many guests find the breakfast to be of excellent value, given the variety and quality of the products. Overall, the breakfast at Hôtel de la Rhune is a standout feature that contributes significantly to a delightful stay.
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Rooms
Guests appreciate the functional and well-equipped bathrooms, which are often brand new, although some bathrooms are noted to be small. The rooms are described as cozy and beautifully decorated with comfortable bedding ensuring a restful stay. Families will find ample space as the hotel provides generous rooms, including large family suites.
Though the hotel lacks an elevator and some rooms are not equipped with air conditioning or safes, the overall comfort and cleanliness make up for these drawbacks. Noise isolation is mentioned as a concern by some, but the superior double rooms with mountain views are highlighted as particularly quiet and comfortable.
The hotel’s central location and the charm of the establishment are frequently praised, contributing to a pleasant and convenient stay. Overall, Hôtel de la Rhune combines modern comfort with old-world charm, making it a delightful choice for travelers seeking a relaxed and picturesque setting.
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3 Star
Guests have noted the wonderful surroundings and the delightful atmosphere of the hotel, suggesting it as a highly recommended destination. Despite its picturesque charm and well-preserved decor, some reviews mention that certain facilities, such as the bathrooms, fall short of what is expected from a three-star rating. Additionally, concerns were raised about the cleanliness of the carpets and the soundproofing of the rooms.
While the hotel's unique character and authentic decor contribute to its appeal, some found it lacking in value for money, citing it as poorly equipped and not fully meeting the standards of a three-star hotel. In summary, Hôtel de la Rhune offers a beautiful historic setting with excellent decorative features, although it could benefit from improvements in some of the facilities and maintenance practices.
Dog Friendly
The hotel's staff are known for their welcoming and accommodating nature, ensuring that both human and animal guests feel at home. The ambience of the hotel is described as friendly and inviting for pets, making it an excellent choice for families who want to include their pets in their travels. With a harmonious blend of family-oriented services and dog-friendly amenities, Hôtel de la Rhune emerges as a top recommendation for those seeking a pleasant stay with their pets.
No, Hôtel de la Rhune doesn't have any pool.
No, a spa isn't available at Hôtel de la Rhune.
No, Hôtel de la Rhune doesn't allow dogs.
No, parking facilities aren't available at Hôtel de la Rhune.
No, Hôtel de la Rhune doesn't have a gym.
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