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Cheap hotels in Calais: where a budget room still works
Most cheap rooms in Calais are in Coquelles beside the Channel Tunnel or around the railway station. Both can be good value, as long as you pick the area that matches your crossing and know what the low price leaves out.
Last checked: November 2026
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Cheap hotels near LeShuttle (Coquelles)
hotelF1 Calais Coquelles
The cheapest hotel bed near the tunnel, often a fraction of the price of a full-service hotel. Rooms are small and basic, and some share toilets and showers on the corridor, so check the room type before you pay. Guests score it around 7.0, which is fair for what it is: a bed and a car park a short drive from the terminal.
B&B HOTEL Calais Terminal Cité Europe 2 étoiles and 3 étoiles
About 0.9 miles from the LeShuttle terminal and next to Cité Europe. The 2 étoiles building is the cheaper one, while the 3 étoiles scores better with guests (around 8.3) for not much more money. Both have private bathrooms and parking, which makes them a better family choice than hotelF1.
Sure Hotel by Best Western Calais Coquelles
A mid-price chain that often undercuts the Holiday Inn next door. Worth comparing on busy weekends when the B&B HOTEL buildings fill up.
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Cheap hotels near the ferry and in town
ibis Calais Car Ferry
Not the cheapest room in Calais, but often the best value for ferry passengers once you count the free car park, the midday check-out and a bar serving snacks around the clock. It is about 1 km from the car ferry terminal. Full details in our ibis Calais Car Ferry review.
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Metropol Hotel
A simple hotel in the station quarter, a short walk from Calais-Ville station and within walking distance of the town hall and Rue Royale. It suits foot passengers and anyone arriving by train. Parking nearby is public, so it is less convenient with a loaded car.
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Other budget names you will see
- Brit Hotel Calais: a budget chain hotel, guest scores around 7.0.
- Campanile Calais: inexpensive, but scores around 6.8, lower than the alternatives above.
- HECO Calais Centre-Gare: near the station, guest scores around 6.6.
A low score is not always a deal-breaker for one night, but read the most recent reviews before booking anything rated under 7.
How to pay less for a Calais hotel
- Avoid Friday and Saturday nights in summer and around school holidays, when British drivers fill the Coquelles hotels.
- Book room-only. Hotel breakfasts in Calais often cost around €10 to €15 per person, while Carrefour and the boulangeries open early.
- Choose a free car park. A cheap room in the centre can cost more once you add paid parking. See our parking in Calais guide.
- Pay in euros, not pounds. If the card machine offers to charge you in sterling, decline; the exchange rate is usually worse.
- Pick a flexible rate if your crossing could change. A non-refundable saving disappears if the ferry or train is moved.
Frequently asked questions
What is the cheapest hotel in Calais?
hotelF1 Calais Coquelles is usually the cheapest hotel room near Calais. For a private bathroom at a low price, compare the B&B HOTEL Calais Terminal Cité Europe 2 étoiles.
Is it cheaper to stay in Coquelles or Calais centre?
Coquelles has more budget chain rooms and free parking, so it is usually cheaper overall for drivers. Calais centre can be cheaper for foot passengers who do not need a car park.
Are cheap Calais hotels safe for my car?
The Coquelles chain hotels and ibis Calais Car Ferry have their own car parks. Do not leave valuables, wine or luggage visible overnight, at any price level. Our driving in Calais guide has more advice.
Hotel names and guest review scores checked on booking-site listings in November 2026. Prices change daily, so we describe price levels rather than quoting fixed rates. Confirm room type, parking and breakfast before paying.