Hotel Dato

Basque Country


In a central location, the Hotel Dato is packed with antiques and artwork. Its 14 rooms are all uniquely designed, dotted with oil paintings or art deco flourishes – though some of the grandest works (including paintings by Utrillo) are in the common areas. Six rooms also have small balconies over the street.

The friendly owner inherited the collection from his father who once ran an art gallery. Overall, it's an exceptionally good value.


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