Upstairs Hotel, OstendUpstairs Hotel in Ostend, Belgium has a corrected score of 3.5 ± 0.3 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), ranked 3 of 9 hotels we score in Ostend. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.5 before correction: Booking.com 3.9, Tripadvisor 3.2. Rooms from about $154 a night (cached, not a live quote).Upstairs Hotel is a three-star property situated in the centre of Ostend on Hertstraat. It sits near the Albert I Promenade, the local railway station, and the port. The hotel provides a base for creative travellers and families, offering access to the beach and a nearby golf course. Guests can use the shared lounge, library, and arcade room, or relax in the bar and terrace areas. On-site facilities include a swimming pool, a restaurant, and room service. While the rooms are described as small, they feature modern interior design. The hotel is pet friendly and provides parking for those travelling by car.What stands out

Modern interior design

Close to the beachfront

Pet friendly policy

On-site swimming pool

Watch out for

Small room sizes

Better-scored in Ostend

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