Les Hortensias du Lac: Hotel in Hossegor

Les Hortensias du Lac in Hossegor: Surf-lodge elegance between lake and ocean

Set along the peaceful shores of Hossegor’s marine lake, Les Hortensias du Lac enjoys a rare, almost secret location. On one side lies the calm mirror of the lake, its reflections constantly shifting. On the other, the Atlantic Ocean and its legendary waves, just minutes away on foot or by bike. Surrounded by the Landes pine forest, the hotel is wrapped in resinous scents and a feeling of untouched nature. The atmosphere is soft, sun-drenched and deeply soothing. The landscape invites both contemplation and movement, from paddleboarding on the lake to early-morning surf sessions and long walks beneath the shade of the pines.

Les Hortensias du Lac traces its origins back to an elegant 1930s residence, long regarded as one of Hossegor’s iconic addresses. After years of slumber, the house experienced an inspired rebirth under the guidance of the Fontenille Collection, which infused it with a new identity while honoring its heritage. The project is driven by a clear vision: to create a destination hotel celebrating the Landes art of living, blending nature, elegance and freedom. Here, luxury is discreet and sincere, deeply rooted in its surroundings. The hotel becomes a place of connection, a house open to the water, designed for travelers seeking meaning and authenticity.

The architecture of Les Hortensias du Lac subtly blends Art Deco influences with contemporary seaside aesthetics. Open volumes and generous perspectives allow natural light to flow freely throughout the spaces. Inside, the design favors noble, natural materials such as light wood, stone and raw textiles, paired with a soft color palette inspired by sand, bark and water. Each space seems to converse with the landscape, extending the feeling of total immersion in nature. Terraces, the swimming pool and shared areas open wide onto the lake, making the scenery a central element of the experience.

The hotel features 25 rooms and suites, each conceived as a haven of serenity. Oriented toward the lake or the pine forest, they offer calming views and ever-changing light throughout the day. The rooms stand out for their gentle, enveloping atmosphere, with bespoke furniture, clean lines, natural materials and light, soothing tones. Some suites include private terraces, true open-air living rooms, while others feature Nordic baths, inviting guests to linger in a suspended moment facing the landscape. Comfort is absolute yet understated, encouraging rest, slowness and contemplation.

Gastronomy plays an essential role at Les Hortensias du Lac. The restaurant, widely open onto the lake, offers creative and heartfelt cuisine inspired by seasonal ingredients from the South-West. Dishes celebrate fish, seafood, local vegetables and aromatic herbs in a delicate balance between land and ocean. In warmer months, the Beach House extends the experience with a more relaxed culinary offering, ideal for sharing simple yet refined dishes in a convivial atmosphere. Meals unfold as privileged moments, guided by golden light and the stillness of the water.

Designed as a sanctuary of relaxation, the spa at Les Hortensias du Lac invites guests to a true reconnection with themselves. Nordic baths, hammam, sauna, cold plunge pool and treatment rooms form a complete sensory journey inspired by natural elements. Deeply relaxing treatments follow a holistic approach to well-being. Outdoors, a panoramic swimming pool overlooking the lake prolongs this gentle interlude. The hotel also offers a wide range of experiences, from sunrise yoga to paddleboarding on the lake, cycling and outdoor fitness sessions, encouraging an active and balanced sense of well-being.

Staying at Les Hortensias du Lac means embracing a different way of traveling, slower, more sensory and deeply connected to nature. It means waking up to the water, breathing in the scent of pine trees, savoring inspired cuisine and watching the sun set over the lake in near-perfect silence. A confidential, elegant and soothing address, ideal for discovering Hossegor in a different way, between lake, forest and ocean.

We love Les Hortensias du Lac for:

Opened in 2020
25 rooms and suites with calming views
Elegant architecture with a chic surf-lodge spirit
Gastronomic experience between land and sea
Full spa, lake-facing pool and yoga
Exceptional location between lake and ocean

Budget

Double room from 160 € per night during low season.