Biarritz's imperial palace hotel orchestrates prestige events every summer: gala evenings (the traditional 15 August Gala — a dinner-dance facing the fireworks over the Grande Plage), the Brunch Impérial (seafood buffet and creations by the head pastry chef), gastronomic dinners at La Rotonde (180° ocean views) and at the summer restaurant Le Jardin de l'Océan. Spa Impérial Guerlain: 9 treatment rooms, indoor pool, monthly offers.
Detailed summer programme available from the hotel: reception +33 5 59 41 64 00 / restaurant bookings via hyatt.com; Spa Impérial Guerlain: +33 5 59 41 64 50. 15 August Gala by reservation (paid dinner, very limited places).