We had lunch at this restaurant in September because our first choice in the area only opens for dinner. Like Dublin_GI said in the 2006 review, the owner was sullen, border line rude while his wife was charming and smiley! We had to wait 20 minutes before the owner handed us the menu. As we were not that enthusiastic about... More

These are just some of the gentle memories you will leave Sare, France with particularly after a relaxing stay at Arraya. Of course classic French toiles or checks or floral fabrics decorate each cheerful room. Yes, the rooms are very charming and somehow personal and chic, each in its own way. The window of our room looked out onto a... More

We spent 4 nights at the very modern and lovely Auberge Basque in St. Pees sur Nivelle, just a 15-minute drive from the little village of Sare. But after getting to know the region, we wished we'd based ourselves at the Hotel Arraya. Situated in the centre of a very picturesque village, which must get overrun with tourists and buses... More

This was a return visit - we had been there several years ago but were remembered. The owner & his wife are very professional and solicitous without being pushy. Our room was at ther top of the hotel overlooking the garden & was very quiet ( I believe those in the front were kept awake by drinkers at bar opposite.)... More

Owner hates Americans. Argues over simple things. Stubborn. A terrible waiter. Of no help on suggestions of things to do.

We only used this Hotel for the restaurant as our Hotel in Ainhoa (local town) didnt have the restuarant operational at the time of our visit (see separate review of the Maison Oppoca Hotel Restaurant - wonderful accommodation). The Hotel Arraya restaurant was very good for the quality of the food and also the service. The owner and his wife... More

We spent one night here on our way from the Dordogne to Bilbao. The staff is very friendly, spoke English well. Our room was on the second floor and faced the garden so it was very quiet. It was spacious and the bed was very comfortable. Dinner and Breakfast in the restaurant were very good. I left my Sony Reader... More

This is a lovely, charming hotel. It is very elegant in its simplicity. The owner and his wife are classy and attentive to their guests. We were given two comfortable rooms with balconies that looked over the secret garden. Furnishings were of a country french style. Small but adequate bathrooms have been lovingly updated and furnished. This is an old... More

The owner of the Arraya was not sullen, aloof, scornful or disapproving, he was reserved and a little shy, exceptionally well-mannered and extremely professional. It is a very beautiful hotel. The rooms are a little on the small side but that is only to be expected in an ancient building like that. Excellent breakfast, beautifully presented. I would go back... More