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Calais

On the misty background: the metallic “Phare de Walde” (1859), an abandoned lighthouse, ‘lost’ on the beach between Gravelines and Calais. The lantern was destroyed by an explosion in 1953. The Phare de Walde materializes the boundary between the North Sea and the (English) Channel. #OpalCoast  #BeachTips  #LocalSecrets  #History
On the misty background: the metallic “Phare de Walde” (1859), an abandoned lighthouse, ‘lost’ on the beach between Gravelines and Calais. The lantern was destroyed by an explosion in 1953. The Phare de Walde materializes the boundary between the North Sea and the (English) Channel. #OpalCoast  #BeachTips  #LocalSecrets  #History
Beach in Calais #beach
Near Calais, off season 
#WeekendGetaway
This building is indexed in the Base Mérimée, a database of architectural heritage maintained by the French Ministry of Culture, under the reference PA62000055 .

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Hôtel Metropol

Hôtel Metropol

3 out of 5
45 Quai du Rhin Calais Pas-de-Calais
The price is ฿2,293 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
฿2,293
฿2,641 total
17 Feb - 18 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Calais. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (279 reviews)
The check in was very quick and done by a lovely friendly lady who spoke excellent English. Parking was free of charge in the road outside the hotel with apparently a night porter to keep an eye on it. Our room was huge! Very comfy bed and a big shower with tons of hot water. Tea and coffee making ...

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

Hôtel Metropol
HECO Calais Centre - Gare

HECO Calais Centre - Gare

1 out of 5
3 Quai du Danube Calais Pas-de-Calais
The price is ฿1,542 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
฿1,542
฿1,755 total
17 Feb - 18 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Calais. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
6.2/10 (742 reviews)
Clean and comfortable though be wary if arrivingvafter as no on site staff

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

HECO Calais Centre - Gare
Hôtel du Beffroi

Hôtel du Beffroi

3 out of 5
2 Place Albert Denvers Gravelines Nord
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,551 per night from 20 Feb to 21 Feb
฿2,551
฿2,865 total
20 Feb - 21 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gravelines. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Gravelines Belfry and ...
7.6/10 Good! (387 reviews)
The breakfast isn’t worth paying extra for, we do room only but the rooms are good and the area is lovely

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

Hôtel du Beffroi
Sure Hotel by Best Western Calais Coquelles Tunnel s/ Manche

Sure Hotel by Best Western Calais Coquelles Tunnel s/ Manche

2 out of 5
Ave Charles De Gaulle Coquelles Pas-de-calais
The price is ฿1,973 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
฿1,973
฿2,244 total
17 Feb - 18 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Coquelles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (713 reviews)
Everything was good!

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Sure Hotel by Best Western Calais Coquelles Tunnel s/ Manche
Holiday Inn Calais by IHG

Holiday Inn Calais by IHG

4 out of 5
6, Boulevard des Alliés Calais Pas-de-Calais
The price is ฿2,109 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
฿2,109
฿2,453 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Calais. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
Clean room and comfortable, reception staff excellent

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Holiday Inn Calais by IHG
Holiday Inn Calais-Coquelles by IHG

Holiday Inn Calais-Coquelles by IHG

4 out of 5
2099 Avenue Charles De Gaulle Coquelles Pas-de-Calais
The price is ฿3,286 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
฿3,286
฿3,747 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Coquelles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 coffee shops/cafes. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Excellent room, very clean,bar meals exceptional value.

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Holiday Inn Calais-Coquelles by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Gare

The Prefecture of Lille, France

Calais City Center

4/5(64 area reviews)

The ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Calais City Center. A stop by Calais Lighthouse or Tour de Guet might round out your trip.

Calais City Center
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Port

4/5(8 area reviews)

Port is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Port of Calais or Calais Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Port
Calais

Calais Fréthun

4/5(76 area reviews)

Calais Fréthun is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Cité Europe and Channel Outlet while you're in town.

Calais Fréthun


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