Hôtel la Grange Aux Marmottes

The accommodation boasts a beautiful pool and jacuzzi, ideal location for Pyrenees exploration, delicious breakfast, clean and spacious rooms, and highly praised service with warm, professional staff.

My husband and I were seeking a Pyrenees stay with great access to hiking, picturesque views, and quality dining with a commitment to locally produced products. Without exception, La Granges aux Marmottes exceeded our high hopes! We wove our way up a steep narrow road with beautiful views, and ultimately saw the sign that led us to a cluster of buildings including a lovely chapel. The hamlet is an enclave of rich stone textures bathed in plants and flowers, storybook beauty. We were greeted by our warm and welcoming host, who very kindly offered us a larger room than booked based on our luggage. (We were traveling for weeks in three very different climates with gear for numerous sports and events). The room was perfection. The decor is charming, substantial, and perfectly suits the overall aesthetic. The modern bathroom had separate tub and shower. (The room we were initially shown was also very nice. As I understand it, rooms and public spaces have been remodeled as needed.) I hadn’t done my homewook enough to know that our host owns and operates the hotel. And that goes to the heart of La Granges. It is a labor of love for generations of this family and for a small staff that is an extension of family - talented and committed. The chef is outstanding. The restaurant is among the best we experienced in southern France and northern Spain, including San Sebastian. And Sylvain, our knowledgable server, wine mentor, and family storyteller was the perfect guide for appreciation of the region. He’s son of the owner by the way, which I didn't know until the night before we were leaving. There’s a small pool and hot tub with amazing views, and hiking trails at the edges of the property. Gavernie is just miles away, and Pic du Midi also in range.

Spectacular property with very nicely redone rooms. Plenty of space, and a big bathroom with large shower. Oddly, the heat in our room wasn't functional. I'm not sure if they had already turned it off for the summer or something, but it was certainly cold enough for heat when we were there. The restaurant is very good and I recommend booking the half board when reserving a room to get dinner & breakfast.