Design Hotels in Calais: Style & Character
Updated 2 July 2026 · 26 real hotels
Calais and its surrounding Channel coast offer a surprisingly refined hotel scene, ranging from intimate, carefully decorated guesthouses to grand four and five-star addresses with polished interiors. Whether you prefer a quiet countryside retreat or a seafront property with architectural ambition, the area rewards travellers who care about atmosphere and detail. Prices range from around 105 to 276 euros per night across this curated selection.
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Calais sits at the crossroads of two worlds, a French port city shaped by centuries of cross-Channel exchange, and that layered history shows in its most characterful places to stay. Beyond the ferry terminals and the motorway, the Opal Coast unfolds into a landscape of dunes, clifftops and historic town centres, each neighbourhood offering a different backdrop for a well-considered hotel experience. The addresses below have been chosen for their interior care, their sense of place and the consistently high satisfaction they earn from guests.
From a five-star property that brings genuine luxury to the city centre, to snug maisons d'hôtes tucked into the countryside near the white cliffs of Cap Blanc-Nez, this corner of northern France covers a wider range of atmospheres than most travellers expect. The coastal towns of Malo-les-Bains and Escalles add further variety, with a grand Art Deco seafront hotel and a clifftop retreat that makes the most of its dramatic setting. Wherever you stay, the proximity to the Channel, to Flemish heritage and to the vast open skies of the North gives every property an identity that is hard to replicate elsewhere in France.
Our selection in Calais
| Hotel | Area | Rating | Price / night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Les Secrets des Loges | Calais | ★ 4.9 | 129 €/nuit |
| Domitys Le fil de soie | Calais | ★ 4.7 | 116 €/nuit |
| Hôtel L'Escale ★★★ | Escalles | ★ 4.6 | 175 €/nuit |
| Chateau Cocove ★★★★ | Recques-sur-Hem | ★ 4.5 | 145 €/nuit |
| The Originals City, L'Haut' Aile ★★★ | Calais Fréthun | ★ 4.5 | 123 €/nuit |
| B&B HOTEL Calais Terminal Cité de l'Europe 3 étoiles ★★★ | Calais Fréthun | ★ 4.4 | 121 €/nuit |
| Holiday Inn Calais-Coquelles by IHG ★★★★ | Calais Fréthun | ★ 4.4 | 153 €/nuit |
| B&B HOTEL Calais Terminal Cité de l'Europe 4 étoiles ★★★★ | Calais Fréthun | ★ 4.4 | 161 €/nuit |
| Sure Hotel by Best Western Calais Coquelles Tunnel s/ Manche ★★ | Coquelles | ★ 4.3 | 87 €/nuit |
| Auberge du Colombier | Guînes | ★ 4.3 | 115 €/nuit |
Frequently asked questions
Which hotel in the Calais area offers the most upscale, polished interior experience?+
Hôtel Atlantic 5-star, rated 5 out of 5 by guests and priced from 276 euros per night, stands as the most premium address in the selection. Its five-star standing and central Calais location place it at the top of the range for travellers who prioritise refined surroundings and full service.
Are there smaller, more intimate properties with a strong sense of interior character near Calais?+
Yes. Les Charmes du Petit Pré, rated a perfect 5 out of 5 at around 105 euros per night, and Le Clos Du Miroir, rated 4.9 out of 5 at 133 euros per night, are both intimate maisons d'hôtes where the owners have invested heavily in atmosphere and personal detail. Villa Marguerite, also rated 4.9 out of 5 at 112 euros per night, follows a similar approach, offering carefully furnished rooms in a quieter residential setting.
Is there a seafront hotel near Calais with architectural or historical character?+
The Radisson Blu Grand Hotel and Spa in Malo-les-Bains, a 4-star property rated 4.6 out of 5 at around 221 euros per night, occupies a grand seafront building in the elegant seaside district of Dunkirk. Its scale, spa facilities and beachfront position give it a distinctive character rooted in the architectural traditions of the French Opal Coast.
What options exist for travellers who want a design-conscious stay but are also arriving by train or on a budget?+
Both Mercure properties in this selection are well placed for rail travellers and offer consistent four-star quality. The Mercure Saint Omer Centre Gare, rated 4.6 out of 5 at around 116 euros per night, is the most affordable four-star option and sits in the historic centre of Saint-Omer. The Mercure Dunkerque Centre Gare, rated 4.7 out of 5 at 147 euros per night, provides a similar proposition closer to the coast. Both benefit from central locations and the reliable interior standards of the Mercure brand.