Where to Stay in Atlantic Coast
Resorts, hotels, and accommodation options in Atlantic Coast
Accommodation Overview
Stay in La Rochelle for the plateau and the Île de Ré, Arcachon for the basin and the dune, or Biarritz for the Basque coast and surf. The coast offers seaside resorts, islands gîtes and city hotels, and summer books out early. A car is the easiest way to tour the scattered harbours and the vineyards. Reserve ahead for the July-August peak.
Recommended Areas
La Rochelle / Île de Ré
Atlantic base for the plateau and island reefs.
Divers
Families
Arcachon / Cap Ferret
Calm basin with cuttlefish, seahorses and the dune.
Macro divers
Couples
Biarritz / Capbreton
Basque coast with the deep Gouf canyon.
Advanced divers
Big-fish hunters