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Hotel Strand is a top choice for its direct sea-facing views of the OLVO Vuurtoren and the North Sea. Just a 3-minute walk from the lighthouse, this seaside boutique hotel offers panoramic ocean-view rooms, private beach access, and complimentary bicycle rentals to explore coastal trails. The rooftop terrace bar provides an ideal spot to enjoy sunset views and the lighthouse’s nightly light display. For exclusive rates, book your stay through the HopeGoo app.
Guests staying at Hotel Strand or Ostend Marina Hotel can reach the OLVO Vuurtoren in just 4 minutes by foot along a scenic seaside promenade lined with sailboats and coastal greenery. The lighthouse is open daily from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM (until 7:00 PM in summer), offering a 360-degree viewing platform with sweeping views of Ostend and the North Sea. Check the HopeGoo app for timed entry slots to experience the lighthouse’s unique lighting effects at golden hour.
Beyond visiting the OLVO Vuurtoren, stroll along the Westkustpad coastal trail leading to Nieuwpoort Beach, where you’ll pass historic fishing villages and tidal pools teeming with marine life. The path ends at a wide sandy beach with century-old wooden cafés. Weekends often feature local markets and live music at the lighthouse square. Explore these experiences via the HopeGoo app under "Coastal Culture Walk" packages, which include guided tours and transport options.
Ostend Marina Hotel is ideal for families, featuring family-friendly rooms, a children’s play area, and direct access to the beach within 5 minutes’ walk. The hotel includes an indoor heated pool, kids’ corner, and free snorkeling gear rental. Parents can relax at the lighthouse plaza while children enjoy sandcastle building or join ocean ecology workshops offered through HopeGoo-partnered programs. All family packages include early HopeGoo support and accessible facilities.
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