Sare, France
Hôtel Arraya
Basque pilgrimage inn
Basque pilgrimage inn
This seventeenth-century pilgrimage stop along the road to Santiago is now a family-run inn gathered around a hidden rose garden.
What it’s good at
Remarkable
A seventeenth-century pilgrimage waystation on the route to Santiago de Compostela.
Remarkable
Overlooking Sare's village fronton, with homemade Basque gâteau and afternoon krakada.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
The exterior is pure Basque Country charm and the interiors follow along in a similarly warm and cozy style.
Somewhere quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
The front doors open directly onto Sare's village square and fronton, with the Pyrenean foothills rising just beyond.
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The rooms
Rooms keep their original oak beams and antique furniture, with windows facing the village square or the garden.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The 11-metre heated lap pool sits on the garden lawn, looking out toward the Pyrenean foothills.
At the table
La Table d'Arraya serves seasonal Basque dishes in the timber-beamed dining room and out beneath the plane trees.
How it began
In 1951, Basque pelota player Paul Fagoaga and his sister Louise opened a tearoom here, which later grew into a three-generation inn.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.