Regional specialities — Biarritz & Basque Country

L'Impératrice – Hôtel du Palais

One of the restaurants of the Hôtel du Palais on the seafront of Biarritz, alongside Villa Eugénie. The open-air Jardin de l'Océan serves lunch and a summer buffet with ocean views under chef Jean-Marie Gautier.

Destination: Biarritz & Basque Country
District: Biarritz – Grande Plage (Hôtel du Palais)
Cuisine: Regional specialities
Private hire: On request

Indicative budget: Quote on request according to the format.
Address: 1 avenue de l'Impératrice, 64200 Biarritz
Access: On the seafront by the Grande Plage, in the centre of Biarritz.

Corporate use

Useful as an in-hotel option for groups staying at the Hôtel du Palais. Menu, capacity and privatisation are arranged directly with the hotel's events team.

Private rooms & private hire

Details are confirmed in your proposal.

The menu

The menu is tailored to your request.

Frequently asked questions

Can groups dine at L'Impératrice?

The hotel handles group requests through its events team. We confirm availability, menu and capacity before including it in a programme.

What other restaurants does the hotel have?

The hotel website lists Villa Eugénie, L'Impératrice and Le Jardin de l'Océan, plus the Imperial Bar and Le Salon Eugénie.

Location map

Sources

Hôtel du Palais Biarritz (official)

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