At THE PROTEA you are really staying in the middle of FLANDERS FIELDS, where the battles of the GREAT WAR realy took place.

We warmly welcome you on our beautiful renovated premises with there modern rooms, equipped with all modern conveniences, box spring included.

Our interiors have a touch a South Africa .

With an extensive breakfast with only fresh, quality products you are full of energy to start exploring FLANDERS FIELDS and YPRES.

Your host Alain will share his passion for WORLD WAR ONE with you and guide you.

De oorspronkelijke twee woonhuizen op deze plek werden in de 19de eeuw samengevoegd tot één groot pand. Het huidige complex dateert van 1902 en herbergde het 'Institut Communal de Demoiselles'. Later kwam op de begane grond een groentezaak. Een lift bezorgde het toenmalige Hôtel du Nord in 1965 een nieuw elan. Het huidige Hôtel Polaris is in restauratie met het oog op een nieuwe bestemming.

Blankenberge, the pearl of the Belgian coast, offers a range of activities. You can stroll along the endless beach or the beautiful sea front. Perhaps you prefer to try your luck in the "New Casino" or explore the underwater world at Sea Life Park. Additionally you may go shopping in one of the many atmospheric shops of Blankenberge. The beautiful Bruges is at only 14 km so by train or car you’re very quickly in this historic city.

The 3 km long and 350m wide beach and the dunes are very popular with people who love the beach, sunbathing and hiking. People who enjoy an active holiday will also be able to retrieve their hearts to the beach during many activities, as well as in Blankenberge city and surroundings.

General Hotel Information

Number of guestrooms : 36 Number of floors : 3 Check-In : 3 PM Check-out : 11 AM Currency : Euros Time zone : GMT + 1:00 Hotel ratings : 3 stars

Hotel Amenities

Elevator Pet policy: not allowed Multilangual staff (English – Dutch – French – German) Safe deposit box Fax/copy services Guest laundry service Wireless highspeed internet access Luggage storage area

Area Information

0,5 Km from Railway Station 0,5 Km from the harbour 0,5 Km from the Casino 0,5 Km from the beach 0,3 Km from the shopping area Within walking distance from all major tourist attractions 5 Km from the harbour of Zeebruges 14 Km from Bruges 110 Km from Brussels 25 Km from Ostend airport

Duinhof our Stylish countryhouse hotel, partly 18th century, has 10 personalised rooms each with its own terrace / balcony, 4 suites and a family apartment with exclusive interior. The situation is perfect - nearby the beach and riding school. Tennis and the Royal Golfcourse within walking distance.

Bar and restaurant Amfora closed on tuesdays and wednesdays, hotel open 7/7

The 3-star Hotel Avenue is an original Art-Deco boutique hotel in Blankenberge (1927) that has been totally renovated (2009) and has parking for 25 cars as parking in Blankenberge is not always easy. Combining modern facilities with supreme elegance, the Hotel Avenue will capture your imagination during your stay in Blankenberge. Hotel Avenue combines style, class and tradition with all the modern comforts and services and more that you expect in a 3-star hotel. The hotel is situated on a beautiful avenue, just 75 metres from the beach, casino, railway station and shopping centre of Blankenberge. Despite the hotel’s central position, the location is peaceful and sunny. Hotel Avenue is situated at the rear of the seafront between the town centre and the beach. The hotel offers excellent value for money. Last remaining original art-deco hotel of Blankenberge and surroundings.

Holidays on the outside, who would not dream about. Left alone all the routine you can relax in a cozy nice healthy green environment. The children can romp without any danger to cars. Now you can enjoy beautiful views of the polders or you can start taking a bike ride. With us you can find a REAL REAL vacation on a farm. There still mixes the iodine of the sea with unspoilt countryside air.

A quiet oasis in a fascinating town by the sea! A pleasant stroll from the bustling streets and the sparkling nightlife of Ostend, yet only 50 yards from the beach. 53 comfortable rooms, 14 with view of the sea, 6 with air conditioning. The hotel also offers a fitness room, sauna and solarium. And in the evening relax in the comfortable surroundings of our friendly bar. Get away from it all ! The Pacific is there for you, anytime !

Hotel Cajou is centrally located in De Panne, but in quiet surroundings. Enjoy the lovely summer terrace on a nice day and walk to the beach which is only 50 meters away. The hotel rooms of Hotel Cajou are equipped with all common facilities, including a private bathroom. Some rooms have a refrigerator for your convenience. In the morning, you can start your day with a nice breakfast. Return in the evening for dinner in Restaurant Cajou. Taste the fish and grill dishes or choose from the varied menu, which is changed regularly. There are also various holiday menus. The restaurant is closed in January. Hotel Cajou is located in the shopping area of De Panne and close to a number of bars, cafés and restaurants. The theme park Plopsaland is 2 km away. Free parking is possible at the hotel.

This hotel is situated next to the C. C. Casino and only 100 metres from the beach. Casino Hotel has luxurious rooms, a spacious garden terrace and optional wellness facilities.

Casino offers rooms with boutique-design touches and featuring a flat-screen cable TV, work desk and a minibar. Each of the modern bathrooms includes a shower and heated towel rail.

The Houtsaegerduinen Nature Reserve is 2.5 km from the hotel. The French border is 15 minutes away by car and Plopsaland De Panne is a 10-minute drive from Hotel Casino.

For an extra charge, guests can make use of the wellness area which features a sauna, spa bath and hammam. There is also a relaxation room with loungers.

Mozart Restaurant serves international cuisine and fish specialities in the dining room, verandah or out on the terrace in warmer weather. An extensive buffet breakfast is served daily.