Golf de Makila

Makila Golf Club is a great option for golfers who want a more open, countryside feel during a French golf holiday on the Basque coast.

Set in Bassussarry, the course is close to Bayonne and around 15–20 minutes by car from Radisson Blu Hotel Biarritz, depending on traffic.

The course was designed by Rocky Roquemore and makes good use of its natural, hilly setting. It is an 18-hole, par-72 layout with generous fairways, century-old oak trees and views towards the Basque mountains, so it feels spacious without being bland.

For guests staying at Radisson Blu Hotel Biarritz, it works well as an easy off-site course. Golfers can enjoy a scenic inland round during the day, then return to Biarritz for the beach, restaurants and town atmosphere afterwards.

Key Facts

Location: Bassussarry, near Bayonne and Biarritz
Course: 18 holes
Par: 72
Length: 5,646 metres on the club’s official course listing
Architect: Rocky Roquemore
Course type: Parkland / wooded and undulating
Setting: Hilly Basque countryside, century-old oak trees and mountain views
Best for: Playable holiday golf and mixed-ability groups 
Hotel pairing: Radisson Blu Hotel Biarritz, around 15–20 minutes by car

Course Layout

Makila Golf Club is laid out across a naturally hilly and wooded site in Bassussarry. The course has generous fairways, mature trees and changing elevations, giving the round plenty of movement without feeling overly demanding.

The wider fairways make it a welcoming option for holiday golfers, while the undulating terrain, bunkers and approach shots still keep things interesting. It is a good contrast to the older, tighter city courses in the area.

Playing Experience

Makila suits golfers who want an enjoyable, scenic round with a little more room from the tee. It has a relaxed feel, but the slopes, trees and natural contours still ask for sensible course management.

Clubhouse & Facilities

Makila Golf Club has a clubhouse, restaurant, pro shop and practice facilities, including a driving range. Buggy hire, trolley hire, club hire and lessons may also be available, depending on the booking arrangements.

The clubhouse setting is a nice part of the experience, with views across the course and towards the surrounding Basque countryside.

Getting There

Makila Golf Club is located in Bassussarry, just outside Bayonne and close to Biarritz. From Radisson Blu Hotel Biarritz, golfers should allow around 15–20 minutes by car or taxi, depending on traffic.

The course is also convenient for Biarritz Pays Basque Airport, making it easy to include within a short Biarritz golf holiday.

Where to Stay

Radisson Blu Hotel Biarritz is a natural hotel pairing for Makila Golf Club. Guests can stay in central Biarritz, close to the beach, restaurants and town atmosphere, then travel inland for a scenic round in the Basque countryside.

This works well for golfers who want variety across their trip. Makila adds space, oak trees and mountain views, while the hotel keeps guests close to the Atlantic coast and the centre of Biarritz.

Best Time to Play

Spring through autumn is the best time to play Makila Golf Club. Late spring and early autumn are especially appealing, with comfortable temperatures for golf and a lively but less crowded feel along the Basque coast.

Summer is also popular for golfers who want to combine their rounds with Biarritz’s beaches and restaurants, although tee times are best booked early during the busiest weeks.