Top 5 unusual places to stay on the Opal Coast

You’re planning a lovely weekend on the Opal Coast. Fancy getting off the beaten track and enjoying a unique experience? We’ve picked out the best unusual places to stay for you, combining a change of scenery, originality and, above all, comfort for a well-deserved rest!

In a tiny house in Étaples: comfort and minimalism

A small space for a cosy atmosphere and absolute relaxation with this cottage nestled at the edge of the forest. A private spa and a terrace complete this charming stay. As a couple, with friends or with family, the tiny house at the domaine des hauts de Canche can host up to 4 people. This place will win you over with its refined décor and the tranquillity of its setting.

In a barrel or a caravan in Lepine: an unusual place to stay

In the countryside near Berck-sur-Mer (15 minutes by car), in the peace and quiet of cette ferme historique, you’ll find everything you need to rest while enjoying the originality of your accommodation: a fully equipped barrel welcomes you for a night with all modern comforts. Have a bohemian soul? Caravans are available to whisk you off to the land of dreams. Here, everything is peaceful, and the estate’s strategic location lets you enjoy the many tourist activities the region has to offer (Somme bay, golf, Parc du Marquenterre, and more).

In a Volkswagen camper van: mobility and freedom

The adventure begins. With Gaston and Léon, the two campers available, you’ll have total freedom! 5 sleeping spaces (4 adults and one child), an outdoor shower, a hob, and off you go to discover the Opal Coast! Ask about the various forfaits de location des combis : by the day or for the weekend. Travelling by camper van is an incredible way to make memories and meet other lovers of this unusual way of getting around.

A boat hotel: a night at sea

Letting yourself be rocked by the gentle movement of the water, enjoying a prime spot in the marina at Boulogne-sur-Mer, spending an unusual night on the water… that’s what the Alta Mar promises you. Easy parking, well-equipped and functional rooms, the boat will be your refuge after exploring everything the town has to offer (Nausicaá, the old town, the ramparts, the basilica, and more).

Le Grand Bain: a place of creative energy

Located in Montreuil-sur-Mer, this unusual place is the result of a meeting between a landscape architect and a live performance production manager. On the programme: exhibitions, artist residencies, concerts, picnics on the grass, and more. All set in a very green environment, at the heart of protected and cherished nature. Le Grand Bain also offers 4 guest rooms that welcome you in original structures (a caravan, a studio, a cabin and a hut), nestled in the marshes. Peace and a change of scenery, ideal for observing local wildlife and plants.

Extend your unusual stay with a gourmet experience

A unique, pop-up restaurant in a transparent yurt for a gourmet encounter, does that tempt you? Lovers of the coast offer delicious local cuisine, in a setting with a spectacular view from your table 🍽️! You have until 23 July to réserver chez Cool K’cahuète at the Équihen Plage site, chemin de Ningles. The restaurant will then move to Condettes, at the château d’Hardelot (from 3 August to 3 December).

Spending a night in an unusual place to stay lets you enjoy an even more enriching, immersive and original experience. Let yourself be surprised by the Opal Coast and its wonders: let the adventure begin!