Villa Magalean Hotel and Spa

The staff's personalized service creates a welcoming atmosphere. The accommodation offers modern facilities and a convenient location for exploring the city. Guests praise the delicious, personalized breakfast options.

I spent a weekend with my husband in Villa Magalean in April. The hotel is very elegant, nicely decorated, better equipped than many boutique hotels I’ve been to. The rooms are spotless and very comfortable, so much that we asked for the brand of the beds! The staff prepare the room for the night by opening the beds and closing the curtains which is a very nice touch. The hotel has a small but very nice spa with Cinq Mondes products. We had a nice massage and enjoyed the sauna for a bit. It’s hard to find bad food in the Bask Country, but the breakfast in the hotel was amazing! We could choose what we want from the night before to have a personalized breakfast. Last but not least, the staff were very friendly and professional. Definitely recommended!

Beautifully restored old villa, which has become a boutique small hotel. Some aspects were gorgeous, e.g. very comfy bed, lovely linen, and well appointed bathroom. Parking (at cost) possible in the garden. Delightful, very friendly staff. But just a few things went less well. Heating controlled at reception, in theory not a problem, but, if you prefer a cool bedroom for sleeping, be prepared for a VERY cold bathroom in the morning. Breakfast felt just a touch too “manicured” and fussy, for example with a variety of bread/brioche/cake options - but as we don’t eat the last two items, would have preferred to have been able to choose. Presentation impeccable, but fine dining portions - made smaller by the items we couldn’t eat! Offered cheese and ham, and surprised that it wasn’t Spanish ham. Appreciate that this near the border it really does cater to a French clientele, with prices reflecting this. Certainly this is not a cheap option. Was it worth it? For us the jury’s out.