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L'Escale

Waterfront hotel in Dunkirk with free parking

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Terrace/patio
Triple Room | Bed sheets, wheelchair access
Lobby

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services

Explore the area

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351 Avenue des Bancs de Flandre, Dunkirk, 59140
  • Place, Dunkerque Harbor
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Malo-les-Bains Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Dunkerque Kursaal
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Ostende (OST-Ostend-Bruges Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

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Single Room | Bed sheets, wheelchair access

Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Bed sheets, wheelchair access

Twin Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Triple Room | Bed sheets, wheelchair access

Triple Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Quadruple Room | Bed sheets, wheelchair access

Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Family Room | Bed sheets, wheelchair access

Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Dunkirk

Located in Dunkerque Centre, L'Escale is adjacent to Dunkerque Harbor and within a 10-minute stroll of Place of Contemporary Arts and Action. This 86-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, free self parking, and a library.

What's nearby

  • Dunkerque Harbor - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Malo-les-Bains Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Dunkerque Kursaal - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Dunkerque Harbour Museum - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Dunkirk Carnival - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Dunkerque Station - 10 min drive
  • Ostende (OST-Ostend-Bruges Intl.) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wood & Bro - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Dklé - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Le Protocole - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Sushi Kyo - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪La Patatière - ‬12 min walk

About this property

L'Escale

Waterfront hotel in Dunkirk with free parking
At L'Escale, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a library. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a banquet hall.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • On the waterfront
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets (service animals welcome)

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 0.88 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 5 PM—-8 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

L'Escale Hostel Dunkerque
L'Escale Hostel
L'Escale Dunkirk
L'Escale Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
L'Escale Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Dunkirk
L'Escale Hotel
L'Escale Dunkirk
L'Escale Hotel Dunkirk

Frequently asked questions

What can I see within easy reach of L'Escale?

This hotel is situated in Dunkerque Centre within a 10-minute walk of Dunkerque Harbor and Place of Contemporary Arts and Action. You'll also find Malo-les-Bains Beach and Dunkirk Carnival within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at L'Escale?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does L'Escale include a casino on the premises?

No, L'Escale doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at L'Escale?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at L'Escale?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this waterfront hotel, including a restaurant, a terrace, and a library.

Are there hot tubs at L'Escale?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does L'Escale have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, L'Escale serves breakfast for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does L'Escale allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at L'Escale though service animals are welcome.

Does L'Escale have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to L'Escale?

The closest major airport to L'Escale is Ostende (OST-Ostend-Bruges Intl.), which is about 24 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at L'Escale?

No, at L'Escale, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

L'Escale Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 242 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 106 out of 242 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 242 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 242 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 242 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful clean and tidy
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service

Glad only stayed 1night

Good location but no one around to help at times rooms very old and basic and had people upstairs having a party at 1am when we needed to get up early to catch the ferri.. very awful experience especially with no one around to help.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne, Warrington

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very helpful - we arrived late and the person on reception kept the entrance unlocked until we arrived, answered all our queries and was very friendly and helpful. Room was sparce but very spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Tania

Extremely basic especially for the money we paid. Car parking is 24 spaces for approximately 80 rooms not even a drop off point for luggage disabled sp
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Kwai Hong Tony

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed are not really comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very very basic
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeffrey

I couldn't get my phone to charge either in my room or the building. There was no staff around to discuss this matter with or assist me.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great budget stay at a location we like Fantastic staff couldn’t be more helpful especially Jacqueline who was great 😊
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Richard

Business traveler
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Luke

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Marcin

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Nothing special.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful secure parking for motorcycles would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hayley

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Laurence

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I want to start by saying that all members of staff we encountered were absolutely lovely and helpful. We arrived to check in for our 3 night stay shorlty after 5 pm. We were told the room wasn't ready and that it would be 10 more mins. We
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Antony

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lack of info on late check in process. Not just on this property but in all 3 we have stayed in on this trip
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Matthias

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

miranda

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great place for overnight to go to the ferry crossing.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I like this place, it does not try to be something it is not.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
You get what you pay for. Great service amazing location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location to break up a journey after arriving in France from Dover.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024