Hotel Argi Eder

We stayed here for two nights part way through our walking holiday. A charming hotel in a lovely location overlooking Ainhoa. The owner was very welcoming and everything ran very smoothly. He and the staff clearly pride themselves on the standard of service. Our room was very comfortable with a good sized bed and a balcony with views over the town. A large pool with plenty of loungers made for a very relaxing afternoon. Dinners were very good and the complementary appetisers and petit fours made it feel a quality experience. One of the best breakfast offerings of the trip although stick to the coffee rather than tea. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and the picnic provided for our walk was also excellent.

The hotel is lovely - very tastefully furnished with good quiet spaces and a great pool. It's just on the edge of town and very quiet. The rooms are ok - nothing special, but they're not really the main attraction. That's the restaurant. Spectacular. Fancy a glass of 1893 Armañac? You can have one, if you're prepared to pay for it! And the service was great too. We'll be back.

This hotel in picture postcard Ainhoa is a lovely old typically Basque building and its interior is almost like a museum. The rooms are functional and clean but our happiest memory was eating dinner overlooking the pool which is a treat - the food is excellent and the staff couldn’t have been nicer. One major advantage is that you can park in the hotel grounds and then it’s a short walk into the centre of Ainhoa where parking is more limited. The location is ideal for visiting Biarritz, St Jean de Luz or even Pamplona as the Spanish frontier at Dancharia is only a few kilometres away with its array of huge Benta (supermarkets) and cheaper fuel.

Beautiful traditional Basque hotel in a stunning location. The staff were great and the owner was so informative about the area. Food was of a high very high standard. They also have a pool so, an afternoon poolside looking at beautiful scenery is recommended.

We stayed for 6 nights in September at the end of our holiday. The hotel was exceptional. Situated in a stunning location just outside the village with a beautiful pool and a peaceful area to relax in. The owner, Bruno, was very welcoming and helpful, sourcing a pharmacy and booking appointments for our Covid tests which had been a cause of concern for us. The rooms were very comfortable and the food, we understand prepared and cooked by Bruno’s brother was outstanding. We have stayed in many hotels over the years and never have we looked forward to our evening meal so much. The staff were extremely friendly, helpful and efficient and nothing was too much trouble. This hotel is certainly “the pearl in the oyster” and we cannot wait to return.

Beautiful surroundings, very nice food. Another part of France, different from the other regions. Nice and calm. Espelette nearby, Ainhoa very special. Older public, perhaps due to end of the holiday season (September)?

A lovely hotel in a lovely setting. Very traditional of the region, the large house is ideally located a few steps away from Ainhoa's centre. Perfect base for exploring the region, its lovely villages and hiking trails. The rooms are simple but spacious and comfortable (probably newly decorated). The facilities are very good with free parking and a great swimming pool in an idyllic setting. The food is really amazing and makes the stay even more special. The staff is incredibly attentive and friendly, making sure you have a very enjoyable stay. Very good value for money and perfect for a relaxing holiday.

WE came for a wedding and stayed 3 nights. The hotel is very quiet and the pool is very nice. It is "walking distance" from the center of the village and very easy to access and park. The Management is extremely friendly and always available to help. The food is excellent although it is not possble to just have a salad if you are not ready for a big lunch or dinner.

Excellent