Pilgrim on the Way of St James
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The "La vita è bella" guesthouse welcomes you for your pilgrimage.

Welcome to the pilgrims of Santiago de Compostela!

Located in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, Our guesthouse, «La vita è bella», warmly welcomes pilgrims on the way to Santiago de Compostela. Whether you are just starting your journey or taking a well-deserved break, we have everything you need for your comfort and relaxation.

Our cottage is located on the GR65 route, the iconic pilgrimage trail to Santiago de Compostela.

The GR65, also known as «the Via Podiensis», is one of the historic routes used since the Middle Ages by pilgrims travelling to Santiago de Compostela.

It begins in Le Puy-en-Velay and passes through magnificent landscapes, picturesque villages and iconic spiritual sites to Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, before crossing the Pyrenees into Spain.

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pilgrim on a pilgrimage

Why choose our guesthouse for your pilgrimage in the Basque Country?

A spirit of sharing and hospitality

Here, we know the way and those who travel it. We welcome you with kindness and simplicity, always in the spirit of pilgrimage.

A peaceful and rejuvenating setting

Located in a peaceful setting, our cottage offers you a moment of tranquillity to take a break, meditate, write or simply refocus.

An ideal location in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

The cottage is just a stone's throw from the start of the route to Roncesvalles: perfect for settling in the night before a long journey, or for starting your journey gently.

Comfort after exercise

Cosy rooms, clean linen, and spaces designed for physical rest... so you can set off the next day feeling refreshed.

They stopped off at our guesthouse.

Testimonials from hikers and pilgrims who have stayed at our guesthouse in the Basque Country

On the Way of St James, many pilgrims and hikers stop off at our guesthouse in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, in the heart of the Basque Country. Read their authentic testimonials about their stay at La Vita e Bella.

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Vincent

The hostess and her husband were very warm and incredibly kind. I had to leave very early and couldn't have the included breakfast, so they packed it up for me to take with me. The croissant was fresh out of the oven. It's a great place to stay, I would recommend it to anyone.

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Serge

Very warm welcome. Sandrine is simply fantastic. Excellent breakfast.

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Juju33

Superb cottage, comfortable and clean with everything you need for a truly rejuvenating overnight stop on the Camino de Santiago!

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Julie

We were warmly welcomed by Mickaël and Sandrine. The cottage is clean, spacious, and the evening meal and breakfast were very good. What's more, the cottage is very well located, right in the town centre and a 5-minute walk from the station. We highly recommend it!

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Sylvain. L

A fellow pilgrim suggested this guesthouse to me, and it was an excellent suggestion.
Sandrine knows how to welcome people with a smile, she understands the needs of pilgrims […]

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Sylvie. D

Great stop on the way to Santiago de Compostela!
Sandrine is attentive, kind and cheerful!
We loved it!