West Bay

3.0 star property
Hotel in Middelkerke with seasonal outdoor pool and coffee shop/cafe
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Interior entrance
Courtyard
Seasonal outdoor pool
Premium Apartment
Interior

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
Vakantiestraat 1, Middelkerke, West-Vlaanderen, 8434
  • Middelkerke Beach
    13 min walk
  • De Kegel X-treme
    4 min drive
  • Grand Casino Middelkerke
    4 min drive
  • Ostende (OST-Ostend-Bruges Intl.)
    11 min drive

Room options

Premium Apartment

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Espresso maker
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

Studio (Cosy)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Espresso maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Apartment

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Espresso maker
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Apartment

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Espresso maker
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Comfort Apartment

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Espresso maker
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

Studio (Terrace)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Espresso maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Comfort Studio

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Espresso maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Middelkerke

At West Bay you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Westgolf and Middelkerke Beach. Highlights at this hotel include a bar/lounge, and in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Added amenities include a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and a coffee shop/cafe. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 8:30 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Within a 30-minute drive of this 3-property class Middelkerke hotel, attractions include Plopsaland De Panne and Ostend Beach.

What's nearby

  • Middelkerke Beach - 13 min walk
  • De Kegel X-treme - 4 min drive
  • Grand Casino Middelkerke - 4 min drive
  • Plopsaland De Panne - 17 min drive
  • Ostend Beach - 28 min drive

Getting around

  • Veurne Station - 15 min drive
  • Oostende Ravelingen - 16 min drive
  • Ostende (OST-Ostend-Bruges Intl.) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Westend Beachclub de Kwinte - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Vecino - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Frituur 't Hoeksje - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪De Sterre - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Beach bar Westende - ‬17 min walk

About this property

West Bay

Hotel in Middelkerke with seasonal outdoor pool and coffee shop/cafe
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A seasonal outdoor pool, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at West Bay. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3-star Middelkerke hotel is smoke free.

  • 56 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
West Bay offers 56 accommodations with espresso makers. Accommodation at this 3-star hotel has kitchenettes with fridges, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Cable televisions are provided. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (EUR 6 per night)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 20 for adults and EUR 13.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Espresso maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (9:00 AM - 6:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (9:00 AM - 8:00 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 15 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 22 lb per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for EUR 12.5 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.50 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 20 for adults and from EUR 13.50 for children
  • Self-parking fee: EUR 6 per night
  • Pet fee: EUR 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Cleaning/housekeeping/linen fee: EUR 10 per night
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 12.5 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates)
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates). This property accepts major credit cards, Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open on 01 July and close on 31 August.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Belgium. This property is rated 3 stars.

Property is also known as

en Zee
Zon en Zee Appartementenhotel Hotel
Zon en Zee Appartementenhotel Hotel Middelkerke
Zon en Zee Appartementenhotel Middelkerke
Zon en Zee Strandhotel Hotel Middelkerke
Zon en Zee Strandhotel Hotel
Zon en Zee Strandhotel Middelkerke
C-Aparthotel Zon en Zee Hotel Middelkerke
C-Aparthotel Zon en Zee Middelkerke
West Bay Hotel
West Bay Middelkerke
C Aparthotel Zon en Zee
West Bay Hotel Middelkerke

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at West Bay?

West Bay offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at West Bay?

Yep, West Bay has a self car park for EUR 6 per night.

Are there any beaches close to West Bay?

Yep, West Bay is a short 13-minute walk from Middelkerke Beach.

Does West Bay have a pool?

West Bay has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is open from July 01 to August 31.

Is West Bay family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that West Bay is a hit with families.

Does West Bay serve breakfast?

Yeah, buffet breakfast is offered daily from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at West Bay?

No, West Bay does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at West Bay?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Is there a golf course on site at West Bay?

There isn't one on site, but Westgolf is a short 9-minute walk away.

West Bay Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 134 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 60 out of 134 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 134 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 134 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 134 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Graham

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
There was zero service. We saw no staff for the length of our stay. reception was closed throughout. Although breakfast is advertised as starting at 8am, when we arrived at the property and checked this we found out that breakfast had to be booked by 5pm the previous day. This was written in small type on a 'welcome' note. So no breakfast. The photos & description of the property imply that it is close to the beach. It isn't! Its at least 1/2 mile away across a busy road.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Byungpo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Janine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great apartment with memory foam mattresses so really comfortable. Will definitely return
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyable stay
I love Belgium and this hotel I will be staying again
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

Heidi

Not great for an overnight
We just stayed one night - beware, reception closes early in the evening and doesn't open till 8.30am. You also have to make your own bed - sheets are provided, but you have to put them on the beds! Towels cost extra.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not well maintained accommodation
Very bad experience
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Belgium Hotel
The Hotel was very clean and tidy, breakfast was really good (limited cooked food, but the continental option was very good). The apartment was very nice, lots of space, clean & tidy. The only downside really was that we had to make our own beds and we were charged an extra Euro 4.00 per set of towels. We went in February (so out of season) but there was limited restaurant / bar options in the immediate vicinity, the ones open were relatively expensive and closed early.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

8/10 Good

Ajit Kaur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good for value
Location is great. Nearby shops and pizza place and the Grote market which is ideal.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017

8/10 Good

mr George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice apartment
Very nice apartment albeit the toilet smelt. Seemed like the problem would be resolved by the toilet area being given a proper clean. Surprised that we were charged for towels, and that no kettle provided. Otherwise a good stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

8/10 Good

Jonathan, Chelmsford, Essex, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ideally located aparthotel close to tram-stop
High quality aparthotel on the outskirts of Westende. We had 2 bedroom apartment which felt very new. All the necessary equipment in room APART FROM A KETTLE. Why so many aparthotels include only a coffee maker but not a kettle is beyond me! Excellent breakfast is well worth the (on first sight quite expensive) 15 euros. Plenty of choice including cereals, croissants / pain au chocolats, omelettes, cheese, salmon and erm doughnuts (!!!) A real shame that the bar only opens until 2100. A real missed opportunity given the size of apartment hotel. Close to tram stop (10 minute walk) or a 25 minute walk to charming seaside resort of Westende Bad. A few shops (e.g newsagents and bakers) are just 2 minutes walk away. Plenty of free car-parking

2/10 Terrible

sarah, a

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Would not stay again.
Took our own towels but we were charged for bed linen per person even children that shared a sofa bed. Beds were just made up with a bottom sheet. The duvets were covered in hair and blood. Then as for the beds - they are just foam with dips in them and we were in such bad pain with back ache that we were up from 3am. Location is not great and walls are paper thin so you could hear everything.

4/10 Poor

Mark, London

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disappointing
The arrival at the hotel was complicated due to construction all around. This situation wasn't communicated to us beforehand so took us around 30 minutes to find the hotel. We finally arrived at 8pm to find the hotel reception closed (and locked). Had to call a number in the confirmation email to ask for help. We were given the entry pass code and then given instructions on how to retrieve our room key. Smell of sewage outside wafted into the room when we opened the windows. The overall cost of the hotel when you included rental of sheets and towels far exceeded the quality. Definitely would not use this hotel again. The outside was run down and full of weeds and broken terraces - it looked derelict.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
super hotel
The staff we came into contact with were friendly and helpful. The apartment was fabulous, comfy beds and lots of utensils and crockery in the kitchen. The only thing we would have liked is a kettle, there was only a coffee maker. The fridge didn't seem to be working that well but it did keep items cool. Beds and sofa bed were comfy and the shower was great. The location was good for us as we don't like to be in the thick of hustle and bustle. We were pleased to have a balcony but it would have been better if there had been a table and chairs set or a couple of loungers out on it. Our apartment was at the back of the hotel and we looked out onto what looked like a building site which was a bit of a mess. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay and will definitely be staying here again.

6/10 Okay

fentons, lancashire

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
good location
no luggage trolleys, our room was the farthest away from reception and thedistance from carpark to reception was the same. when you have travelled for a few weeks you have plenty luggage. no grill, or toaster, no kettle. and dirty pans. the outside of hotel very neglected. it could be a better place to stay if some thought was put ito it. very handy for tram to ostend.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Convenient for a family short stay
We were not warned that the reception closed at 6pm. We arrived at 6.30pm and had no instructions about keys. A helpful member of staff informed us, via an emergency phone number, that we should have received an automatic call regarding our booking. Room facilities were basic but good and clean, hotel location was good.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good place to stay. Friendly staff, big clean rooms for a great price. Unfortunately there is no wi-fi in rooms, we had to go to reception and they messed up with booking. Instead of two rooms only one was reserved for us, but we saved money because of this ;)

8/10 Good

Gwenny

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

8/10 Good

Joris

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Mirjam

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fijn appartement vlakbij het strand. Interieur is wel toe aan een upgrade, alles was wel netjes. Al konden de tegels van de badkamer wel een opknapbeurt gebruiken. Afstand tot Westende is perfect en je bent ook zo bij de tram om de rest van de kust te bezoeken.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valentina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Valentin

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

10/10 Excellent

Bruno

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Delphine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Très chouette endroit
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024