We love —
- Arriving to a hotel that feels like a natural extension of the coastline — pine trees, driftwood interiors and sea air from the moment you step inside.
- Dining at Côté d'Arguin, where the kitchen draws on the best of the Atlantic larder and the terrace looks out over the gardens.
- Spending unhurried mornings moving between the heated seawater pool, the hammam and the sauna.
Customer reviews —
Hotel Thalazur Arcachon 4* —
Set among pines and oaks, Hotel Thalazur Arcachon 4* sits a short walk from the beach with its integrated thalassotherapy centre at the heart of the experience.
Driftwood, cement tiles and deep greens and blues run through the interiors, reflecting the natural character of the Arcachon Basin. All 109 rooms and suites have balconies or terraces — the right base for a stay built around sea air and very little else.
Your room —
Choose between a stay in a Classic Twin Room or Privilege Room with balcony.
Classic Twin Room (25 m²)
A light-filled room decorated in the natural tones of the Arcachon Basin, with two twin beds and a large bay window opening onto a private balcony. The bathroom features a bath or shower, and a welcome tray is provided on arrival.
Privilege Room with balcony (25 m²)
A well-appointed room with a large bay window opening onto a balcony, with views over the pool and gardens or a partial outlook across the Arcachon Basin, subject to availability. The room is furnished with either a double bed or two twin beds.
Your dining choices
Choose between a bed and breakfast or half board stay. For half board stays, your breakfast and evening meal will be served in the main restaurant (excludes drinks).
Côté d'Arguin serves inventive regional cuisine with a menu built around the produce of the sea and the land. When the weather allows, the terrace opens onto views of the pool and gardens. Le Sterne bar offers a curated selection of Bordeaux grands crus and house cocktails throughout the day.
Your time
Just for you:
- Unlimited access to indoor seawater pool, sauna, steam room, fitness centre and hot tub (12+, from 4:00 pm on the day of arrival until 12:00 pm on the day of departure)
- €20 voucher for every €100 spent on hydrotherapy treatments
- 1 complimentary aquatic activity per person for all weekday stays (aquabike, aquajogging or marine strength training)
Guests have direct access to the thalassotherapy centre's marine circuit, with a heated indoor seawater pool, outdoor seawater pool, sauna, hammam and fitness room.
For those who prefer to explore beyond the grounds, bike rental is available at the hotel and the beach is a short walk away.
Included services —
Upgrade to half board
Choose to upgrade to half board at the next step of the booking process. Breakfast and your evening meal will be served in the main restaurant (drinks excluded, conditions apply.)
Please note: advance reservation is required – contact the hotel directly prior to your arrival to book your table. Your evening meal includes a starter, main course and dessert. Menu price: £44 per person.
Your journey to Bordeaux —
Flights:
You will be able to choose your airline and flight times when you make your booking, in either Economy, Premium, or Business class, depending on the destination and carrier. This flight may include one or more stopovers. Please review your flight options carefully as departure and arrival airports may differ, in order to offer the best price.
Luggage information
Luggage, meals and other services on board may be subject to an additional fee on certain airlines. It is possible to view details of luggage allowances when you choose your flights at the next stage of the booking process. If luggage is not included with your flight, please go to the airline's website before your departure to purchase your luggage for an additional fee.
For domestic flights, airlines do not always offer the option of reserving luggage. In this case, you will need to pay for it at the airport counter.
You will receive all the information you need to check in for your flights after you have made your reservation.
Arcachon —
Tucked between a protected bay and the vast pine forest of La Teste-de-Buch, Arcachon sits on the Atlantic coast of Nouvelle-Aquitaine, a little over an hour from Bordeaux. Known for its elegant 19th-century villas, mild climate and unhurried pace of life, it has long drawn those in search of fresh air, open water and the quiet pleasures of the French coast.
Must-sees:
- Dune du Pilat: The tallest sand dune in Europe, rising dramatically from the edge of the pine forest with sweeping views across the bay and out to the Atlantic.
- Arcachon Bay: A vast, sheltered basin where oyster beds, sailing boats and migratory birds share the same calm waters — best explored by boat or bicycle along the shore.
- Cap Ferret: A slender peninsula of pine trees and oyster shacks facing Arcachon across the bay, reached by ferry and known for its laid-back atmosphere and excellent seafood.
- La Ville d'Hiver: Arcachon's historic winter quarter, a network of quiet streets lined with ornate villas and ancient trees, built in the 19th century as a retreat for convalescents.
Culinary culture:
Arcachon is synonymous with oysters — plucked fresh from the bay and eaten simply with a squeeze of lemon and a glass of chilled Entre-Deux-Mers. Beyond the oyster shacks, the region's cuisine leans on the Atlantic larder: grilled prawns, moules marinières and fresh fish landed daily at the harbour. Inland, the influence of Bordeaux makes itself felt in the wine list, with the vineyards of the Médoc and Graves just a short drive away.
Dive deeper:
The forests and waterways around Arcachon reward those who venture beyond the beach. Cycle through the pine forests of La Teste-de-Buch, take a boat across the bay to Cap Ferret, or follow the coastal path south towards the Dune du Pilat as the light changes over the Atlantic. In season, the bay's oyster producers welcome visitors for tastings at the water's edge — one of the more quietly memorable experiences the region has to offer.
Good to know:
Arcachon enjoys a mild Atlantic climate, with warm summers tempered by sea breezes and relatively gentle winters. July and August bring the largest crowds; May, June and September offer the same light and warmth with considerably more room to breathe.
