Venue/Hotel
World Cargo Summit 2025 will take place at Kursaal Casino in wonderful Ostend in the Flemish part of Belgium. Nearest major international airport is Brussels around 123 km to the east. Our conference will be held in Delvaux Ballroom. Coffees, lunches and our mini exhibition will be inside Erehal (Hall of Honour).
Closest hotel is C-Hotels Andromeda only 10-20 meters from venue entrance. You can find a large number of hotels nearby in various price categories.
Address Kursaal Casino
Kursaal-Oosthelling 12,
B-8400 Oostende
Belgium
Transportation
Taxi/car from Brussels Airport (BRU) 123 km. Approx. 1 h 15 min in non-rush hours.
Frequent trains from Brussels Airport and/or downtown Brussels. See https://www.belgiantrain.be/en
Distance from Ostend (Oostende) Railway station 1,3 km to Kursaal Casino. Walk, taxi or tram (to Marie Joséplein)
Car parking available.
General information
Time: +1 GMT (winter)
Visa info: Contact us if you need visa invitation for Belgium
Recommended hotels for our delegates:
C-Hotels Andromeda
Kursaal-Westhelling 5,
B-8400 Oostende
Tel. +32-59806611
Email: reservation@andromedahotel.be
C-Hotels Andromeda is a 4-star hotel with a unique location on the promenade, next to the Casino-Kursaal. You will stay in the bustling city center, close to numerous cozy restaurants and many trendy shops. You can relax in the wellness center where all hotel guests have access to the swimming pool, jacuzzi, saunas, hammam, and fitness area. Comfort is central to us, and we understand that well. Enjoy our spacious rooms and the best beds in complete tranquility. C-Hotels Andromeda has 114 rooms, half of which have sea views. In the morning, you can enjoy an extensive breakfast buffet with a sea view, which is always included in the room price.
PRICES
Our prices are dynamic. Below is an overview of the ‘starting prices’ for this period, per room type. The prices include a breakfast buffet for two people, and free access to the wellness center, swimming pool, and fitness area. City tax surcharge: € 5 per room, per night.
- Classic double room: € 129.00
- Comfort twin room: € 139.00
- Superior double room: € 137.00
- Comfort family room: € 179.00
- Superior family room: € 205.00
- Comfort room with two double beds: € 184.00
- Comfort twin room with sea view: € 199.00
- Deluxe room with sea view: € 209.00
- Junior suite with sea view: € 254.00
- Junior suite with sea view and two double beds: € 289.00
- Andromeda suite: € 398.00
Mercure Oostende
Leopold II – laan 20,
B-8400 Oostende
Tel. +32-59707663
Email: ha159@accor.com
Mercure Oostende enjoyed a complete renovation in 2024 with all new ‘Ensor’ inspired rooms. The hotel has 95 modern, comfortable rooms. We also have a bistro with a snack menu and a charming bar where you can enjoy a drink during the day. All guests have free access to the hotels Gym facilities.
PRICES
A standard room starts as from €101 for a non-refundable reservation excluding breakfast.
For a stay in a standard room with flexible cancellation conditions, the price would start at €119.
Promo code 10%: WCS25
la réserve Superior Resort
Elizabetlaan 160,
B-8300 Knokke-Heist
Tel. +32-50610606
Email: info@la-reserve.be
Email: nathalie.snauwaert@la-reserve.be
La Réserve Resort is a 5* superior hotel and is located opposite Knokke Casino and the beach boulevard. The hotel has 79 rooms, 29 junior suites, an Executive and Presidential suite as well as a Royal Penthouse of 270m². The hotel is equipped with a beautiful lobby, a La Rigue restaurant led by chef Peter Goossens, a cozy bar, an extraordinary sun terrace, Each room features luxury bedding and digital TV. The spacious bathroom comes with free toiletries and a separate bathtub. From the resort it is less than 2 km by car to the Royal Zoute Golf Club. Knokke train station is only 1.2 km away, from where you can easily travel to the other coastal cities.Héliport is 2km from our hotel.
PRICES
Dynamic pricing, depending on the period you book. Contact hotel.
Hotel Cocoon
Van Iseghemlaan 25,
B-8400 Oostende
Tel. +32-59804082
Email: carla@hotelcocoon.be
The charming Cocoon hotel in the heart of Ostend offers you the perfect combination of city and beach. Drift away in the comfortable Hamptons chic-style rooms, enjoy an extensive breakfast buffet, and then go shopping or take a stroll along the North Sea beach… a stay at Hotel Cocoon makes it all possible. Hotel Cocoon is known for its tranquility, so you can also enjoy a serene atmosphere as a business guest.
PRICES
Room price: €125/room/night (includes an extensive breakfast buffet for €20 and a city tax of €5).
BOOKING LINK: Guests can book their room through our website www.hotelcocoon.be and enter the promotional code: CARGO.
Hotel du Parc
Marie-Joséplein 3,
B-8400 Oostende
Tel. +32-59701680
Email: info@hotelduparc.be
Located in the beautiful city of Ostend, within walking distance of the sea, Hotel Du Parc invites you to take a step back in time. Since 1929, this historical heritage has exuded timeless beauty, like a jewel of Art Deco architecture. As one of the last remaining and most valuable buildings of its kind, it breathes a rich history and a serene elegance.
The story of Hotel Du Parc is infused with the presence of inspiring writers and remarkable guests, including Albert Einstein, James Ensor, and the legendary musician Arno. Today, following a thorough restoration in 2023, Hotel Du Parc shines with renewed splendor.
PRICES
Tiny Cosy Room …………….. €105
Classic Room …………………… €110
Comfort Room ………………… €115
Superior Room ……………….. €130
Junior Suite ……………………… €180
Luxury Suite …………………….. €270
These prices are net prices and apply per room per night, room only. Rooms are available from 3:00 PM on the day of arrival and until 11:00 AM on the day of departure.
The flexible rate is cancellable up to 48 hours before the day of arrival, after which the full amount will be charged. City tax is €5 per room per night (not included). Breakfast: €19 per person per day.
