Hôtel La Caravelle

Stylish and shipshape, this elegant hotel is one step removed from the summertime buzz in St-Jean de Luz, overlooking the water on the opposite side of the port in Ciboure. Originally two fishermen's cottages, it's been spruced up with cream-and-blue colour schemes and nautical knick-knacks. Needless to say, a sea view is a must here. There's free street parking outside.