Ostend & The Best of Belgium

Belgium’s most popular seaside resort and one of our favourite European destinations!

Enjoy our short break to Belgium with the lovely seaside resort of Ostend as our base. It has long been a firm favourite with Leisuretimers, and it is not hard to see why. With its individual charm, characterful seafront and marina, bustling markets and shops, and great restaurants, Ostend is perfect for a leisurely break.

Discover its cosmopolitan centre and beautiful parks, take a stroll along the pier or promenade lined with midrise architecture and cosy seafront cafes, or simply relax on the white-sandy beach. Ostend has a rich Maritime history and its location on the Belgian coast, of course, opens the doors to a number of culinary delights, so why not head to a seafood restaurant to sample them?

We stay at the popular Royal Astrid Hotel, which features an excellent spa and wellness complex and is located only 100m from the beach.

Spend all your time exploring Ostend and enjoying the facilities at the hotel, or join our excursions to the picturesque medieval cities of Bruges and Ghent.

An ideal choice for:

* Friends and family looking to get away together and have some fun
* Shopping, food, drink or history lovers
* Anyone wanting to experience a short European weekend