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B&B HOTEL Calais Terminal Cité de l'Europe 4 étoiles

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Place de Cantorbery , 62231 Coquelles, France
+33 (0)2 98 337 529
  • 4 star hotel
  • Free B&B HOTELS car park with CCTV
  • Non-smoking hotel
  • Pets welcome
  • Luggage room
B&B HOTEL Calais Terminal Cité de l'Europe 4 étoiles
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Services included
  •  B&B HOTEL Calais Terminal Cité de l'Europe 4 étoiles1 french bed
  •  B&B HOTEL Calais Terminal Cité de l'Europe 4 étoilesNon-smoking room
  •  B&B HOTEL Calais Terminal Cité de l'Europe 4 étoilesMax. 2 adults
  •  B&B HOTEL Calais Terminal Cité de l'Europe 4 étoilesDesk and wardrobe
  •  B&B HOTEL Calais Terminal Cité de l'Europe 4 étoilesTelevision
  •  B&B HOTEL Calais Terminal Cité de l'Europe 4 étoilesPrivate bathroom
  •  B&B HOTEL Calais Terminal Cité de l'Europe 4 étoilesFree WiFi
3 x
Maximum 3 people
Services included
  •  B&B HOTEL Calais Terminal Cité de l'Europe 4 étoiles1 big bed
  •  B&B HOTEL Calais Terminal Cité de l'Europe 4 étoiles1 single bed
  •  B&B HOTEL Calais Terminal Cité de l'Europe 4 étoilesNon-smoking room
  •  B&B HOTEL Calais Terminal Cité de l'Europe 4 étoilesDisabled access
  •  B&B HOTEL Calais Terminal Cité de l'Europe 4 étoilesMax. 3 adults
  •  B&B HOTEL Calais Terminal Cité de l'Europe 4 étoilesDesk and wardrobe
  •  B&B HOTEL Calais Terminal Cité de l'Europe 4 étoilesTelevision
  •  B&B HOTEL Calais Terminal Cité de l'Europe 4 étoilesBathroom with shower, WC and washbasin
  •  B&B HOTEL Calais Terminal Cité de l'Europe 4 étoilesFree WiFi
3 x
Maximum 3 people
Services included
  •  B&B HOTEL Calais Terminal Cité de l'Europe 4 étoiles1 big bed
  •  B&B HOTEL Calais Terminal Cité de l'Europe 4 étoiles1 single bed
  •  B&B HOTEL Calais Terminal Cité de l'Europe 4 étoilesNon-smoking room
  •  B&B HOTEL Calais Terminal Cité de l'Europe 4 étoilesMax. 2 adults
  •  B&B HOTEL Calais Terminal Cité de l'Europe 4 étoilesDesk and wardrobe
  •  B&B HOTEL Calais Terminal Cité de l'Europe 4 étoilesTelevision
  •  B&B HOTEL Calais Terminal Cité de l'Europe 4 étoilesPrivate bathroom
  •  B&B HOTEL Calais Terminal Cité de l'Europe 4 étoilesFree WiFi
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Maximum 4 people
Services included
  •  B&B HOTEL Calais Terminal Cité de l'Europe 4 étoiles1 big bed
  •  B&B HOTEL Calais Terminal Cité de l'Europe 4 étoiles2 single beds
  •  B&B HOTEL Calais Terminal Cité de l'Europe 4 étoilesNon-smoking room
  •  B&B HOTEL Calais Terminal Cité de l'Europe 4 étoilesDesk and wardrobe
  •  B&B HOTEL Calais Terminal Cité de l'Europe 4 étoilesSlippers
  •  B&B HOTEL Calais Terminal Cité de l'Europe 4 étoilesBathrobe
  •  B&B HOTEL Calais Terminal Cité de l'Europe 4 étoilesMinibar

Place de Cantorbery , 62231 Coquelles, France
+33 (0)2 98 337 529

Arrival
14:00
Departure
12:00

Reception desk
Open 24/7

 B&B HOTEL Calais Terminal Cité de l'Europe 4 étoiles
Monday - Friday: 6:30-10:00
Saturday - Sunday: 7:30-10:30
11.50/adult ,4.50/child

Enjoy an all-you-can-eat sweet and savory buffet breakfast made with committed French suppliers. Taste croissants and pains au chocolat, cereals, various breads and rusks, delicious Lucien Georgelin jams and spreads, Lune de Miel honey or caramel, Charles & Alice compotes, Malo yoghurts ...not to forget fresh fruit, fruit juice, eggs and cheese, bacon ! All accompanied by a hot drink of your choice: Barronny's tea, Coïc coffee or chocolate.

  • Free B&B HOTELS car park with CCTV

Utilities and services B&B HOTEL Calais Terminal Cité de l'Europe 4 étoiles

  • 4 star hotel
  • Free B&B HOTELS car park with CCTV
  • Non-smoking hotel
  • Pets welcome
  • Luggage room
  • Bar
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Citadels, belfries, chalk cliffs: come and discover the wonders of the Hauts-de-France region by staying at our B&B HOTEL Calais Terminal Cité de l'Europe 4 étoiles

Located in the Pas-de-Calais department, our hotel is an ideal place to stay if you want to visit Calais and its steep cliff coast or if you’re taking the ferry or the Channel Tunnel to the UK. 
Whether you’re coming for a family holiday, couple’s weekend or business trip, enjoy all the comforts of our 4-star hotel in Calais for a pleasant stay in the north of France! 

A 4-star hotel with parking near the Eurotunnel

A hotel with an ideal location in Calais

Close to the A16 motorway, our B&B HOTEL Calais Terminal Cité de l'Europe 4 étoiles is ideally located in the immediate vicinity of the Eurotunnel, at the Coquelles terminal. If you’re planning to take the train to the UK, our hotel is the accommodation for you!
If you prefer to set sail and travel by ferry, you can reach the port of Calais from our B&B HOTEL very quickly: in just 10 minutes!
Arriving to Calais by train? The Calais SNCF train station (Saint-Pierre district) is also only about ten minutes from our hotel.
Calais city center is also nearby, allowing you to easily enjoy the city's busy streets. Fancy a movie night or a shopping spree? No problem: there is a cinema next to our hotel and the Cité Europe shopping center is just a few minutes away.
The bus stops near our hotel will take you to the heart of the city, allowing you to move easily from one place to another.

A comfortable room in a 4-star hotel in Calais

Our teams offer you a warm welcome in our B&B HOTEL Calais Terminal Cité de l'Europe 4 étoiles which combines comfort with competitive rates.

We have 100 spacious and modern rooms in a completely non-smoking establishment. Designed for a pleasant and restful night’s stay, enjoy the soft duvet and comfortable bedding, chosen with care. Each room has a private bathroom so that you can feel at home during your stay in Calais. To ensure that you sleep soundly, each room also has air conditioning. 

You will also find a screen TV in your room with a wide range of TV channels. Enjoy a movie night from the comfort of your bed! Stay up to date and don’t miss a thing with our free and unlimited WiFi internet connection. 

For your convenience, our B&B HOTEL Calais Terminal Cité de l'Europe 4 étoiles also has free private outdoor parking, where you can even park your motorhome.
As a reminder, pets can also accompany you to your room for an additional fee. Green spaces and parks can be found near our hotel. 

Adapted PRM rooms are available for our disabled guests. When booking online, don't forget to select the option if necessary. For any information or to help you prepare your stay in our B&B HOTEL, contact us directly!

Are you hungry? Sit down at the hotel restaurant and enjoy some good food! You can also have a drink at the bar* of our B&B HOTEL in Calais.

Do you have any questions or require a cot? Contact the hotel reception where our staff will be pleased to assist you and provide you with anything you need.
Do you have a problem that we can't solve? To ensure that you enjoy your stay with us in Calais, all our guests benefit from the Money Back & Guest guarantee.

You can also take advantage of the restaurant and bar at the B&B HOTEL Calais Terminal Cité de l'Europe 3 étoiles, which is located right next to our hotel.

So, what are you waiting for? Check the availability of our comfortable double rooms near the Eurotunnel in Calais now. Book your room at our 4-star hotel in just a few clicks and benefit from the best prices all year round.

Don't take the Eurostar or ferry on an empty stomach! Recharge your batteries as soon as you wake up with our tasty breakfast!

Your breakfast at the B&B HOTEL Calais Terminal Cité de l'Europe 4 étoiles

The all-you-can eat buffet breakfast at B&B HOTELS is not to be missed.

Every morning we pledge to deliver for you "ONLY GOOD FOOD". That’s our promise.

We work closely with our trusted suppliers to bring you quality produce, with an emphasis on sustainability and "made in France" ingredients.

Whether you prefer something sweet in the morning, a more traditional option, a healthy choice or a hot breakfast, you are sure to find something in our buffet to satisfy your tastes and your appetite!

Guests love our "tartine" bar, where you can help yourself to fresh breads and spreads, as well as our selection of dairy products and our hot food section.

And of course no breakfast would be complete without a generous hot drink to start the day (think coffee, tea and hot chocolate), and a refreshing selection of juices.

Discover the delicious produce that makes up our all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet for yourself, as well as the great value for money offered by the price. And for the little ones (up to 10 years inclusive), the full grown-up breakfast is on offer for a mini price!

breakfast but at a lower price.

Things to do in Calais

Iconic places in Calais on the Opal Coast

Given its geographical position facing England, Calais is a city with a turbulent past. Discover its history by visiting the city’s must-see destinations.

Start with the city center of Calais where you can admire the beautiful town hall and its belfry, typical of the region. You can even see the underground crypt of the belfry. It’s also a good opportunity to walk the busy streets and enjoy the many bars and restaurants to taste the local specialties.

Don’t miss the citadel of Calais built on the foundations of a medieval castle which dates back to the 13th century, or the watchtower, the oldest monument in the city. 

Art lovers will appreciate the Calais Museum of Fine Arts.

Feel like getting some fresh air? Make the most of the beach in Calais and have some fun with the family. Travel along the coast to Cap du Blanc-Nez, 10km west of Calais, which offers stunning views of the English Channel.

Getting to London from Calais

Our B&B HOTEL Calais Terminal Cité de l'Europe 4 étoiles is located close to the Eurotunnel and the ferry crossing point. Discover England by heading to the English capital for a few days. Discover the places not to be missed across the Channel: Big Ben, the British Museum, Buckingham Palace and the borough of Greenwich. Make the most of exploring the city and stay at B&B HOTELS for as long as you need!

Whether you’re coming for a holiday or a weekend in Calais, want to rest before taking the Eurostar or are planning a stopover before travelling on to Lille, Belgium or Paris, choose the comfort and excellent value for money of ourB&B HOTEL Calais Terminal Cité de l'Europe 4 étoiles. 

Check out our offers and stay in Calais at an attractive price: you won’t be able to beat B&B HOTELS and our services!

 

*Alcohol abuse is harmful to health. Please consume alcohol in moderation.

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DIRK DOPPELFELD D.

Publication date 20 Apr. 2025

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Mr Doppelfeld, Merci pour votre commentaire positif concernant notre hôtel. Concernant le wifi je suis navrée que vous ayez eu des difficultés, comme vu ensemble nous ferons le nécessaire lors de votre prochain séjour. Au plaisir de vous accueillir à nouveau. Cordialement, Emilie.

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IAN H.

Publication date 17 Apr. 2025

Stay date 09 Apr. 2025

The ideal hotel for travellers using the tunnel Le Manche

My wife, our dog, Eddy and I had a very warm welcome from the staff at the hotel. Our room was easily accessible on the second floor. Our room was spacious, well equipped and clean. we had a very pleasant night's stay and slept very well in the comfortable bed. We enjoyed our continental breakfast in a very pleasant and clean restaurant. We will definitely return and recommend the hotel to our friends and family.

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Cher Ian Hodge , merci pour votre excellent avis sur notre hôtel ! Nous sommes ravis que vous ayez apprécié votre séjour et espérons vous revoir très bientôt. Cordialement, Émilie

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NICOLA W.

Publication date 15 Apr. 2025

Stay date 10 Apr. 2025

Disappointed

This is our first experience of B&B Hotels. Will consider another in this chain but not this particular hotel. When a room description says double and twin beds you expect actual beds, not fold up twin beds with very uncomfortable mattress. When arriving room was not as booked so had to be changed at reception. For a 4 star hotel do not expect to be kept awake at night from loud music from bar below Design of bathroom and toilet, that appear to be “imported modules” makes them dangerous as steps into each. The bathroom had slim double doors that do not meet therefore providing little privacy. Room has 3 windows, shame only one of the two small windows actually opened. The windows looked as though not been cleaned in years. Overall cleanliness of room was good. Hotel description says satellite tv, just 2 news channels, shame. On a positive note was great to have table and chairs as well as microwave, great additions to the room.

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Hotelier response

Dear Nicola Warren, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. While I wish you had a better experience, it is feedback like this that we learn from and use to improve. We work hard to deliver an exceptional guest experience, and it's apparent in this case that we fell short. If you give us a chance to earn back your trust, I can assure you that we will do our best to give you the great hotel experience that so many of our guests have grown so fond of. Sincerely, Emilie

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ADAM H.

Publication date 14 Apr. 2025

Stay date 11 Apr. 2025

A great experience

Fab place to stay before travelling on to the UK. Far exceeded expectations

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Dear HOGG Adam, Thank you for the great review of our hotel! We are glad that you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again very soon. Sincerely, Emilie

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RICHARD S.

Publication date 13 Apr. 2025

Stay date 05 Apr. 2025

Easy, comfortable and fantastic location

I had a good stay at your hotel. Easy to find, large and comfortable room, great bed. Would recommend.

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Dear SLATER RICHARD We do thank you for having took time to share your positive feedback as well as for your great evaluation in regards to your stay at the Hotel B&B Calais Terminal Cité de l'Europe 4 Étoiles. Obviously, we will share this with our Team! We hope to welcome you in a near future once again. Best regards. Cédric. Quality Manager.

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ALESSANDRO C.

Publication date 13 Apr. 2025

Stay date 05 Apr. 2025

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Dear CANOVA ALESSANDRO We do thank you for having took time to evaluate your stay at the Hotel B&B Calais Terminal Cité de l'Europe 4 Étoiles. We are glad to notice the fact that you were satisfied. Obviously, we will share this with our Team! We hope to welcome you in a near future once again. Best regards. Cédric. Quality Manager.

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DIRK DOPPELFELD D.

Publication date 13 Apr. 2025

Stay date 09 Apr. 2025

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Bonjour, Nous sommes ravis que vous ayez apprécié votre séjour. La satisfaction de nos clients est notre principale préoccupation et c'est toujours un réel plaisir de lire des remarques comme les vôtres. A très bientôt et au plaisir de vous accueillir à nouveau. Cordialement

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ADRIAN S.

Publication date 08 Apr. 2025

Stay date 05 Apr. 2025

B&B 4 Star Hotel, Calais

We have stayed in the B&B hotel in Calais three times now. I love the choice between the 2*, the 3* and the 4*. We will definitely stay there again. It is so convenient for Le Shuttle.

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Dear SKELTON ADRIAN We do thank you for having took time to share your positive feedback and comment your stay at the Hotel B&B Calais Terminal Cité de l'Europe 4 Étoiles! Your satisfaction is ours! Obviously, we will share this with our Team who works more and more everyday to bring you a High Quality Service. We hope to welcome you once again. Best regards. Cédric. Quality Manager.

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PETER O.

Publication date 30 Mar. 2025

Stay date 27 Mar. 2025

Deur naar Engeland

Goed voor doorreis. Prettig laat open

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Hotelier response

Beste gast, Bedankt voor je lovende beoordeling over ons hotel! We zijn blij dat je hebt genoten van je verblijf en we hopen je heel snel weer te zien. Met vriendelijke groet, Emilie.

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FABRICE B.

Publication date 30 Mar. 2025

Stay date 27 Mar. 2025

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Hotelier response

Cher Monsieur Blan, Merci d'avoir pris le temps de partager votre avis concernant votre séjour Nous sommes ravis de voir que vous avez apprécié votre séjour Cordialement L'équipe du B&B Terminal Cite Europe 4 Etoiles

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DIRK DOPPELFELD D.

Publication date 29 Mar. 2025

Stay date 23 Mar. 2025

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Cher Dirk Doppelfeld, Merci d'avoir pris le temps de partager votre avis concernant votre séjour. Nous sommes ravis de voir que vous l'avez apprécié , c'est un plaisir également de vous compter parmi nos fidèles clients. Cordialement Emilie.

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STEPHEN M.

Publication date 28 Mar. 2025

Stay date 20 Mar. 2025

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Hotelier response

Dear stephen McNerlin, We very much appreciate your comments regarding your stay at the BB Calais Terminal Cite de L'Europe 4****. It is always a pleasure to receive positive feedback. I will share your comments with our team. I am sure that this feedback will serve as an encouragement to all of our staff as we strive to continuously improve the quality of our services. Thank you again for sharing your experience, and we hope your next visit will be as pleasant as the previous one. Sincerely, Emilie.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What are the rental periods for a room? Can I arrive at the hotel at any time?

  • What services are available in the B&B HOTEL Calais Terminal Cité de l'Europe 4 étoiles?

  • Can a baby bed be added to the room? Do you provide baby beds?

  • Must I pay for a supplement for my cat or my dog?

  • Can I pay for my stay using holiday vouchers?

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How to access our B&B HOTEL Calais Terminal Cité de l'Europe 4 étoiles

  • By car: Via the autoroute 
  • By bus: Alight at the Cité Europe stop
  • By train: 10 minutes from the SCNF Calais Ville train station
  • By plane: Via Calais Marck Airport (12 km) or Le Touquet Airport (60 km).

Near our hotel: 

  • Train and ferry routes to England (10 minutes away)
  • The Eurotunnel (less than 5 minutes away)