Les Hortensias du Lac.

Positioned on the western shore of Lake Hossegor, this 1930s Basque-Landais villa serves as France’s first high-end surf lodge. Reimagined by the Fontenille Collection, the property blends the spirit of a Hamptons beach house with the rugged Atlantic coast, shaded by a canopy of century-old pines. The 25 rooms lean into coastal minimalism, many offering direct views of the lake’s tidal waters. Guests can transition from an infinity pool overlooking the shore to the nearby ocean breaks using the hotel’s fleet of complimentary surfboards and bikes. The glass-walled restaurant, led by chef Philippe Moreno, focuses on local seafood and Landes terroir, while the sprawling 450 m² L:A Bruket spa provides a Nordic bath and cold plunge for post-surf recovery. It is a refined yet unpretentious base for those who value both the swell and a sophisticated plate of oysters.