The story of Hotel Du Parc is infused with the presence of inspiring writers and notable guests, including Albert Einstein, James Ensor and the legendary musician Arno. Their presence has imbued the rooms with a unique ambiance.

Today, after a thorough restoration in 2023, Hotel Du Parc shines with renewed splendour. It carefully preserves the beautiful Art Deco elements and welcomes a new pioneer: Shannah Zeebroek, our passionate sommelier and hostess. Her passion for quality, creativity and hospitality forms the heart of the renewed experience.

In the countryside and in an oasis of greenery, you find the hotel « Kasteelhof 't Hooghe » situated 3 km of the centre of Ypres. Away from the noisy town-life, it is an ideal place to make some excursions in order to visit the region. The three stars hotel with its 11 rooms in the same style as the building but equipped with the up-to-date modern comfort of the 21ste century. Indeed every room has toilet, bathroom, television, telephone, radio-awakening, hair-dryer and some with airco. The rooms of the first floor have their own terrace. Every room has a view on the garden with pond. The hotel has a cordial restaurant, with a varied kitchen and a bar that allows you to rest while tasting the Belgian beers. It is pleasant to stay late in the evening at the lounge by the hearth. There is also a parking lot reserved for the hosts of the hotel. The hotel is situated on a domain that breathes history, situated on the former front line dating of World War I. Typical proofs of it are the trenches, the concrete bunkers and several craters of mines.

"Menin Gate House" is a charming holiday built in 1923 and completely renovated in 2011. It is the ideal base to explore Ypres and Flanders Fields. Staying in the house is a unique experience. One could not stay any closer to the Menin Gate. Notes of the daily Last Post Ceremony carryinto the beautifull rooms and bring you in the atmosphere of World War 1.

A basket filled with surprises and a fridge full of tasty refreshing drinks will be welcoming you on your arrival. Moreover, you will find some nice presents, flip-flops for the sauna, some showering products and bed and bath linen in each room.

The personalised “kabinet” bathrobes can be used during your stay.

This luxurious holiday house is equipped with central heating and Wi-Fi internet. Additionally, every bedroom consists of wardrobes and cupboards and can be completely darkened.

Of course, all toilets are provided with toilet paper, soap pumps and guest towels.

House:

Ground floor: entrance hall with a mirror and coat hooks – double bedroom (boxspring) – bathroom with rain shower, bathroom furniture (incl. hair drier), towel radiator and toilet – living room – open kitchen – natural ston patio – hardwood lounge patio – wellness area with sauna and rain shower – storage room with additional freezer and vacuum cleaner.

First floor: double bedroom (boxspring) with a Smart TV (and cot if necessary) – toilet – double bedroom (2 separate boxspring beds).

Second floor: bathroom with a freestanding bath, bathroom furniture (incl. hair drier) and toilet – laundry room with a washing machine, drying machine, ironing board and iron. Large garage close to the house.

Living room:

Smart TV, including Netflix – sound system for radio CD, USB and docking station

Built-in gas fire with remote control

Cosy sitting area for 6 people – indirect lightening

Open kitchen:

Dining table for 6 people + highchair if necessary

Electric cooker with 4 rings and cooker hood – oven and microwave – dishwasher

Kitchen towels, kitchen roll, dishcloth, washing-up liquid, scourer, refuse bag and all-purpose cleaner

Tea and coffee Smeg fridge including a freezer compartment

Dinner set for 12 people

Extra electrical devices: water boiler, toaster, coffee machine, croque monsieur contact grill, juicer, mixer, teppanyaki

Carnac is 200 metres from the beach in the town of Koksijde-Bad on the North Sea coast. It features free Wi-Fi, a bar and a restaurant which serves Belgian specialities.

Each of the sound-proofed rooms at Hotel Carnac has a flat-screen TV and a seating area. Guests can enjoy a continental-style buffet breakfast including bread, cereals and eggs.

The coast tram stops opposite the hotel and offers direct services to towns and attractions including Plopsaland. Carnac Hotel is a 30-minute drive from Oostende.

Hotel Rooms: 12

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.

We follow COVID-19 regulations in bar, bistro and hotel.

The Ahoi is a unique, small-scale, very affordable boat hotel with bistro and bar on the river Leie in the center of Kortrijk. Bistro Bar Bootel Ahoi is located approx. 500 m from the Grote Markt and the Broel Towers, approx. 1 km from the train station and approx. 3 km from the trade fair Kortrijk Expo. Enjoy a spectacular view of the Leie from inside the rooms or from the bistro bar and in good weather from our deck terrace or our terrace in front of the boat. Parking is free on Sundays, public holidays and between 7:00 PM and 9:00 AM. Parking costs max. € 4 per day during the day along the Leie.

Bootel Ahoi

has 9 rooms, each with its own shower and toilet and mobile air conditioning, directly overlooking the water (see our "virtual tour" above the room description). Check-in: between 4:00 PM and 10:00 PM (Monday - Saturday). Attention: 3rd Saturday of the month: check-in before 4:00 PM!

Breakfast

can only be booked on site upon arrival before 22:00. Non-hotel guests can book via info@ahoi.be. Minimum amount of breakfasts: 4. Breakfast is served from 07:00 - 09:00 (Tuesday - Saturday) & on Sunday from 10:00 - 12:00. There is a choice of 3 formulas: Quick Ahoi: € 7 (a cup of coffee or tea, 1 croissant, 10 cm baguette, butter, jam or nutella, water) or Ahoi Deluxe: € 15 (an egg prepared to your liking, bacon, cheese , ham, Norwegian smoked salmon, glass filled with organic yogurt and granola and fresh fruit, 25 cm baguette, mini croissant, mini chocolate roll, mini swiss roll, slice of multigrain bread, butter, nutella, jam, a hot drink, orange juice, homemade cake) or Ahoi Take Away: € 7 (for those who cannot have breakfast during opening hours or with less than 4 breakfasts, a take-away package is made: 1 cup of coffee or a milk drink, multigrain ham and cheese sandwich, piece of cake ).

Bistro

specializes in mussels and beef preparations. View the menu via the golden “book your table” button – on your top right or via online menu. Open from 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm. Closed every 3rd consecutive Saturday and Sunday of the month & on Sundays from October through May.

Bar

serves + 30 Belgian beers, including draft lager, Paix Dieu, Brugse Zot and St. Bernardus, selected wines, top cocktails and a nice range of mocktails. Open from 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm. Closed on Sundays from October through May.

Rental Ahoi

offers 4 Segway e-scooters and 1 Bayliner motor boat “Red Ahoi” during the summer months. More info and reservations can be made via the black “book your boat or e-scooter here” button - further down this page.

Kortrijk

is not only the city of the Battle of the Golden Spurs and Museum Kortrijk 1302, but also of: the Broel Towers, the Grote Markt with the belfry and town hall, the Begijnhof, the Museum Texture, shopping center “K in Kortrijk” and the surrounding pedestrian shopping streets, the Buda island and the (lowered) banks of the Leie. From Kortrijk you are in Roeselaere in barely 20 minutes with the new Museum KOERS or in Ypres where you will experience a goose bumps moment every evening at 20:00 during the daily Last Post performance under the Menin Gate. Or visit about 45 minutes driving away: the UNESCO and chocolate city of Bruges, Ghent - Europe's best kept secret according to Lonely Planet -, the oldest city in Belgium Tournai, Oudenaarde and the mythical hills of the Tour of Flanders and the “Ronde van Vlaanderen” museum, or the city of Lille just across the border in France. Kortrijk is also the ideal base for cycling trips along the Leie and in the Leie region.

tips

guided walks in Kortrijk for € 4 pp: www.gidsenkringkortrijk.be

folk games:

https://debokes.be/

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.

Hotel Astel offers modern rooms with a balcony in De Haan, only 100 metres from the sandy North Sea beach. It includes a brasserie-style bar which serves snacks and other small home-made specialities. Guests benefit from free Wi-Fi.

The coast tram is less than 10 minutes’ walk from Astel and offers direct connections to attractions along the coast including Oostende and Plopsaland. Blankenberge can be reached within 15 minutes by car. Free parking is available nearby.

Flat-screen satellite TV and a desk come as standard in the rooms at Astel Hotel. They also have a private bathroom with a shower and hairdryer.