T BOUTIQUE HÔTEL

First of all, we chose to travel to Arcachon out of season, and because the weather forecast was sunny. We chose the T-Boutique as many of the hotels in and around Arcachon have seen better days. We made a small upgrade as we were bringing our dog (€20 extra per night - mentioned in advance). We were surprised, pleasantly, that on street parking, out of season - Nov to March - was free 24 hours. So we parked right across from the hotel. The welcome was incredibly friendly, warm and helpful. The romms are not huge, but that is to be expected unless you take a family room. And don't expect a view of the sea from your small terrace - as the hotel is a block away from the long beach and promenade. But the beds are supremely comfortable, the bathrooms newly fitted out and there are very nice touches, such as a Nespresso machine. The hotel is about a ten minute walk into town - best taken by the pretty promenade that runs from the marina along the beach to the large ferris wheel. There are some very decent restaurants in town too, both serving very fresh shellfish (as to be expected) and meats and salads. All in all, a very good choice and an extremely well run and friendly hotel. Highly recommended in the price bracket.