Featured Hotels Near Hangar 1

Hotel Le Maréchal is a top choice just a 3-minute walk from Hangar 1, featuring sea-view rooms with panoramic views of the Ostend Seafront Promenade and the iconic floating art installation. The boutique hotel includes a local craft beer bar serving Flemish specialty brews daily and offers complimentary city guide maps to explore nearby attractions like the Marine Museum and War Memorial. For best availability, book through the HopeGoo app.

Hotel La Coupole stands out with its industrial-modern design and features an interactive light wall that transforms into a dynamic projection show at night. All rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows facing the harbor and historic moored boats—perfect for capturing urban industrial aesthetics. The hotel also offers free equipment rental, including tripods and wide-angle lenses, to help guests capture stunning sunrise and sunset shots over the dock. Reserve your stay via the HopeGoo platform for curated photography packages.

Hotel Les Dunes is just a 4-minute walk from Hangar 1, nestled along a green seaside promenade. The hotel offers 24-hour airport shuttle service and is conveniently located near Ostend Train Station, making it ideal for travelers arriving by rail. Rooms feature soundproof windows and smart climate control, ensuring restful recovery after exploring the venue. A weekly local artisan market is held every Saturday on-site, offering fresh seafood and handmade pastries. Book your stay via the HopeGoo app for exclusive early-bird rates.

From Hangar 1, stroll 5 minutes along the seaside promenade to reach the Ostend War Memorial, a striking bronze sculpture honoring local resistance efforts—ideal for history buffs. Continue to the harbor dock to join a guided sea tour offered through HopeGoo partnerships, where you’ll view the floating art installation and traditional fishing boat formations. As dusk falls, enjoy limited-edition sea salt chocolate and chilled white wine at a waterfront café, paired with breathtaking sunset views. All experiences can be booked via the HopeGoo app for seamless planning.

Yes, Hotel L'Écluse offers direct views of the floating art installation from its rooftop terrace and select upper-floor rooms, where the light display shifts with the tides—especially dramatic at night. The hotel provides complimentary guided tickets for behind-the-scenes access and hosts monthly artist talks. Each room includes a curated art book and interactive puzzle cards to deepen understanding of contemporary installations. Book these unique experiences through the HopeGoo app for an enriched stay.

Hotel Les Sables is a family-oriented hotel just a 6-minute walk from Hangar 1, featuring an indoor kids’ play zone, parent-child workshops (like marine creature modeling), and family dinner packages with child-sized meals and adult beverages. Rooms include non-slip flooring and adjustable mattress systems for child comfort. Weekend activities include family-guided walks to the sand sculpture area and a children’s science lab. Reserve your stay via the HopeGoo app for special family benefits.

Hotel Artis is the only hotel in the area dedicated to immersive art experiences, with each room individually designed by Belgian contemporary artists, showcasing original paintings and sculptures. Guests can participate in daily art workshops—from watercolor painting and ceramics to digital collage—and visit the private art gallery featuring rotating exhibitions with guided commentary. Every stay includes a limited-edition art postcard set and a complimentary café tasting voucher. Book your artistic retreat via the HopeGoo app for exclusive access.