What are the best hotels in Calais?

You want to visit Calais, but you don’t yet know which hotel to stay in. Don’t worry, Navaway has done its research and knows exactly what accommodation to recommend. It’s true that choosing an establishment isn’t easy: you have to take into account the price of the rooms, the location close to the town and not too out of the way, the quality of the facilities… It can take time and energy! But don’t worry. Just sit down, with a cup of tea or coffee in your hand. And let us guide you through this short article on the five places to stay in Calais.

Where to stay in Calais?

1. Hôtel Meurice

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Location: 5 Rue Edmond Roche, 62100 Calais France

Category: Favourite/Good value for money

Highlights:

• Free public parking nearby
• Bar/lounge
• Free broadband internet access
• Garage
• Breakfast available
• Pets allowed

Weak points :

• Non-smoking hotel
• Close to the station and 5 minutes from the beach, the hotel may be subject to noise and commotion.

Hotel description : The Hotel Meurice is already announcing the arrival of the holidays! Its refreshing yet warm setting makes it a welcoming place for families and groups of friends passing through Calais. The decor is in pastel colours, which blend in perfectly with this ‘chill and beach’ atmosphere, while the breakfast featuring Calais’ fresh and varied produce is copious and well-balanced. In other words, you’ll be happy to spend your stay in this thoroughly pleasant establishment, nestling in the middle of the town for easy access to the various tourist sites.

2. Hotel de la Plage

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Location: 693 Digue Gaston Berthe, 62100 Calais France

Category: Affordable

Highlights:

• Free parking
• Free broadband internet access
• Very close to beaches
• Bar/Lounge
• Buffet breakfast
• Restaurant
• Pets allowed

Weak points:

• Close to the beach, it is possible that the establishment is subject to noise and commotion
• Non-smoking hotel
• Paid public parking

Hotel description : This is an inexpensive hotel that caters for both families and couples, as well as solo travellers. It’s the ideal place to stay if you want to be close to the places to visit, while still keeping a good distance from the beach to enjoy the calm waters on hot summer afternoons. In the evening, you can enjoy the lounge, which is one of the hotel’s best features, given its decor. The only thing we can say is that the cocktails served are absolutely divine.

3. Hôtel Particulier Richelieu

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Location: 17 Rue Richelieu, 62100 Calais France

Category: Good value for money

Highlights:

• Buffet breakfast
• Free broadband internet
• Garage
• Luggage storage
• Laundry service

Weak points :

• Private pay car park
• Non-smoking hotel

Hotel description : Very well located, the Richelieu mansion is very close to a park and several restaurants that are among the best in the city. Near the main square, you can take an evening stroll and enjoy the fresh breeze, while you look for a cosy place to eat a local speciality. Its plus? The staff are renowned for listening to their guests’ needs, while guaranteeing you a peaceful stay. The rooms are simple with light colours, but nevertheless contain small details such as drawings or paintings.

4. B&B Le Cercle des Malines

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Location: 12 Rue de Malines, 62100 Calais France

Category: Prestige (luxury)

Highlights:

• Free high-speed internet
• Pets allowed
• Full body massage
• Couples massage
• Sunny balcony
• Sauna
• Breakfast available
• Wine/Champagne
• Board games/Puzzles

Weak points :

• Non-smoking hotel

Hotel description : This is the crème de la crème, the B&B Le Cercle des Malines. A classy and refined place that will appeal to couples thanks to its romantic and intimate atmosphere. In the morning, what a pleasure it is to wake up in your king-size bed and head out onto its sublime balcony offering a breathtaking view of the town of Calais and its surroundings. Not only that, but it’s right in the centre of town, so it’s easy to see all the sights during your stay. There’s something soothing about the hotel’s aura and you quickly feel at ease.

5. Holiday Inn Calais, an IHG Hotel

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Location: 6 Boulevard des Alliés, 62100 Calais France

Category: Prestige (luxury)/Good value for money

Highlights:

• Free high-speed internet
• Free public parking nearby
• Restaurant
• Buffet breakfast
• Menus for children
• Breakfast available
• Snack bar
• Wine/Champagne
• Pets allowed

Weak points :

• Non-smoking hotel
• Private car park on site at an additional cost

Hotel description : With a glass of champagne in hand, head to your sublime room at the Holiday Inn Calais. There, you will land in a bright and open space, located very close to restaurants and shops. You’ll also be close to the port and the beach, making life easier if you fancy a stroll at the end of the day or early in the morning, or even a quick jog to keep fit. The decor is beautiful and the colours used to dress the sheets and walls are well chosen.