Title: Casa chico - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=116723839&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Casa chico Bed & breakfast with a casino, near Belgium Pier ## Photo gallery for Casa chico ![Restaurant - Casa chico (Blankenberge)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116730000/116723900/116723839/3f893298.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Restaurant - Casa chico (Blankenberge)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116730000/116723900/116723839/3ce1a6c7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Casa chico (Blankenberge)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116730000/116723900/116723839/5994102b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Suite, Non Smoking, Pets Allowed - Casa chico (Blankenberge)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116730000/116723900/116723839/b692f204_edited_8d83.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Casa chico (Blankenberge)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116730000/116723900/116723839/w743h701x0y0-40e0606f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located close to Belgium Pier and Zeebrugge Harbour, Casa chico provides a free breakfast buffet, a casino, and 10 beach bars. For those hoping to try their luck, this bed & breakfast boasts amenities like 10 slot machines and 6 casino gaming tables. In addition to a terrace and a shopping mall on site, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps. ## Reviews 2.0 ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Bar ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-24&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=116723839&PinnedHotelID=116723839&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-24&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=116723839&PinnedHotelID=116723839&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-25&endDate=2026-01-26&selected=116723839&PinnedHotelID=116723839&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-25&endDate=2026-01-26&selected=116723839&PinnedHotelID=116723839&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=116723839&PinnedHotelID=116723839&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=116723839&PinnedHotelID=116723839&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=116723839&PinnedHotelID=116723839&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=116723839&PinnedHotelID=116723839&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 7 of 7 rooms ### View all photos for Comfort Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Pets Allowed ![Down comforters, desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116730000/116723900/116723839/w3000h1873x0y127-72f4087d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Pets Allowed ### Highlights Heating Down duvet Bathrobes Hair dryer Private bathroom Free bottled water Electric kettle Desk - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Suite, Non Smoking, Pets Allowed ![Deluxe Suite, Non Smoking, Pets Allowed](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116730000/116723900/116723839/9a85d5d9_edited_605c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Suite, Non Smoking, Pets Allowed ### Highlights Heating Separate bedroom Down duvet Bathrobes Hair dryer Private bathroom Free bottled water Electric kettle - 237 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Garden View ![Deluxe Double Room, Garden View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116730000/116723900/116723839/a4b007a1_edited_5595.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room, Garden View ### Highlights Heating Free cribs/infant beds Down duvet Bathrobes Hair dryer Private bathroom Free bottled water Electric kettle - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds - Garden view ### View all photos for Comfort Double Room ![Down comforters, desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116730000/116723900/116723839/w3000h1873x0y127-72f4087d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Double Room ### Highlights Heating Down duvet Bathrobes Hair dryer Free bottled water Electric kettle Desk Wardrobe or closet - 172 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed - Garden view ### View all photos for Comfort Double Room ![Down comforters, desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116730000/116723900/116723839/w3000h1873x0y127-72f4087d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Double Room ### Highlights Heating Down duvet Bathrobes Hair dryer Free bottled water Electric kettle Desk Wardrobe or closet - 151 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Comfort Double Room ![Down comforters, desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116730000/116723900/116723839/w3000h1873x0y127-72f4087d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Double Room ### Highlights Heating Down duvet Bathrobes Hair dryer Free bottled water Electric kettle Desk Wardrobe or closet - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Comfort Double Room ![Down comforters, desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116730000/116723900/116723839/3b8730a8_edited_e848.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Double Room ### Highlights Heating Free cribs/infant beds Down duvet Bathrobes Hair dryer Free bottled water Electric kettle Desk - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBlankenberge-Hotels-Casa-Chico.h116723839.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBlankenberge-Hotels-Casa-Chico.h116723839.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Blankenberge, Casa chico is near the beach. Bruges Market Square and Basilica of the Holy Blood are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Knokke-Heist Beach and Minnewater Park. Belgium Pier and Zeebrugge Harbour are two other places to visit that come recommended. [Visit our Blankenberge travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Blankenberge.dx5163) [View more B&B in Blankenberge](https://www.expedia.ca/Blankenberge-Bed-And-Breakfast.d5163-aaBedAndBreakfast.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C51.31244%2C3.13082&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=J6wDKXjR-zG6CcfEgkmtvWeWGHs=) 129 Weststraat, Blankenberge, Vlaanderen, 8370 ### What's nearby - ![The Pier illuminated at night. City of Blankenberge, West Flanders, Belgium](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532509875/32e4e6cf-45c6-484a-8d8e-9f6871712191.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Belgium Pier 11 min walk \- 1.0 km - Sealife Center 1 min walk \- 0.0 km - Sandcastles 1 min walk \- 0.0 km - Belle Epoque Centre 4 min walk \- 0.4 km - SEA LIFE Blankenberge 17 min walk \- 1.5 km ### Getting around - Blankenberge Station 3 min walk - Ostende (OST-Ostend-Bruges Intl.) 45 min drive ### Restaurants - Eet- en Bierbrasserie Terminus 2 min walk - Mystic - Brasserie Charlie's 3 min walk - Coin Des Copains - Edenhof 5 min walk ## About this property ### Casa chico Bed & breakfast near Belgium Pier Located close to Zeebrugge Harbour, Casa chico provides a free breakfast buffet, a casino, and 10 beach bars. Hit the jackpot at this bed & breakfast with amenities such as 10 slot machines and 6 casino gaming tables. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a terrace and a shopping mall on site. Additional perks include: - Luggage storage Room features All guestrooms at Casa chico offer thoughtful touches such as bathrobes, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and free bottled water. 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Down comforter ### Bathroom - Bathrobes - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Slippers - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Premium channels ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Free bottled water - Tea bags/instant coffee ### More - Desk - Heating - Window screens ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 10:30 AM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM Minimum check-in age: 16 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 9:30 AM - 10:30 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 10 per accommodation, per stay, plus a deposit of EUR 10 per night Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only Food and water bowls are available ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 60.0 per day ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.50 per person, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Pet deposit: EUR 10 per night - Pet fee: EUR 10 per accommodation, per stay - Service animals are exempt from fees - Rollaway bed fee: EUR 60.0 per day The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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 This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Casa chico pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Casa chico? ### What time is check-out at Casa chico? ### Where is Casa chico located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Casa chico Reviews 2.0 All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ## Reviews ### 2/10 Terrible #### Martin Aug 13, 2025 L’hôtel n’étais pas prévenu il n’y avait pas de place pour nous. 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