Brindos Lac & Château

BETWEEN LAKE AND MOUNTAIN IN THE HEART OF THE BASQUE COUNTRY

Welcome to Brindos, Lac & Château, an enchanting retreat on the shores of a private lake, ideally situated between the ocean and the Basque hinterland. It was the Millésime Group that achieved the feat of renovating Brindos Castle, an iconic landmark of the Basque Country. Inspired by Hispano-Moorish architecture, this exceptional hotel, near Biarritz, offers its guests a fascinating immersion in this multifaceted region. The magic begins the moment you arrive! A lake surrounded by lush vegetation and sofas arranged along the jetties, overlooking a breathtaking view, transport guests to a whole other world. The château’s 29 rooms and suites offer views of the lake or the gardens, and their décor immediately transports you into Basque culture. Added to this are 10 floating lodges, offering a unique and unusual experience. The lodges are built on stilts and equipped with all the comforts needed for an unforgettable stay. To reach the lodges, you’ll need to take an electric boat to this little corner of paradise on the water. Once you arrive, all that remains is to marvel at the breathtaking views of the lake and the surrounding countryside. Not far from there, nestled in lush greenery, the spacious Ec(h)o Spa – in partnership with the Gemology brand – offers a magical, utterly timeless escape. With its treatment rooms over the water and the authentic traditional hammam ritual reimagined with a Basque twist, the Château de Brindos spa promises you a moment of tranquillity, serenity and wellbeing. An ambassador for fine dining and the good life, the restaurant draws on a rich cultural heritage, celebrating Basque identity. The chef’s cuisine superbly combines the bounty of the land with that of the sea. The hotel also features an outdoor swimming pool, a bar and a chocolate shop in exclusive partnership with Cazenave. A stay at the Brindos Lac & Château hotel is an enchanting escape in the heart of nature and Basque traditions.

STYLE

Hispano-Moorish inspired architecture and a décor inspired by Basque culture

SITUATION

Situated in Anglet, on the banks of a private lake, just a few kilometres from Biarritz

CAPACITY

29 rooms and suites in the Château, with a further 10 floating lodges

HIGHLIGHTS

To access his lodge located right in the middle of the lake, you have to board a silent electric boat

THE EXPERIENCES

  • Attend a yoga class on the lake
  • Enjoying a brunch at the chocolate factory
  • Take part in a personalised fitness session
  • Taking up surfing on the Basque coast
  • Uncovering the manufacturing secrets of the Basque pelota in a workshop

THE EXTRAORDINARY

Brindos, Lac & Château enjoys an exceptional location, nestled in lush greenery on the shores of one of France's largest private lakes. It was here that the group's artistic director, Marie-Christine Mecoen, conceived 10 fairy-tale lodges floating right in the middle of the lake. Maïa, Flora, Aveline, Titania, Christaline, Navi... As many lodges as there are fairy names in the legend of Lake Brindos. Accessible only by small electric boats, they float on the surface like delicate dragonflies.

ETHICS

Mindful of preserving the exceptional environment that surrounds it, the opening of Brindos, Lac & Château is also accompanied by precise environmental commitments for a more sustainable future. To achieve this, the Millésime group has implemented various actions: waste reduction, support for the local economy, the provision of electric charging points, waste sorting and/or collection by local farms, and a water purification system in the lodges.