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## Our top choices for Boisdinghem vacation rentals

### [1\. Apart'Moment CONFORT Saint-Omer](https://www.expedia.ca/Saint-Omer-Hotels-ApartMoment-Saint-Omer-Centre.h23590876.Hotel-Information)

![A brick building with a red door, two windows with hanging flower baskets, a wooden bench, and a red pot with flowers on the ground.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23600000/23590900/23590876/f1d9559b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

- Location: Saint-Omer
- Guest rating: 9/10 (Wonderful, 202 reviews)
- Price: CA $104, CA $106 total, includes taxes & fees, Nov 15 - Nov 16, for Our top choices for Boisdinghem vacation rentals
- Review: Great to have off street parking included. A super bakery is just a short walk from the property ideal for breakfast and buying sandwiches for the day., by Nigel

### [2\. Apart'Moment ÉVASION](https://www.expedia.ca/Saint-Omer-Hotels-ApartMoment-Jacuzzi.h96169433.Hotel-Information)

![A hot tub with rose petals and a bottle of champagne.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96170000/96169500/96169433/w1517h1080x0y0-63659629.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)
- Location: Saint-Omer
- Guest rating: 10/10 (Exceptional, 5 reviews)
- Price: CA $230, CA $232 total, includes taxes & fees, Nov 15 - Nov 16, for Our top choices for Boisdinghem vacation rentals
- Review: Charming town, wonderful Jacuzzi room. Every detail prepared for a romantic stay. , by Victoria

### [3\. Domitys Le fil de soie](https://www.expedia.ca/Calais-Hotels-Domitys-Le-Fil-De-Soie.h113047174.Hotel-Information)

![A beach with sand dunes and a wooden fence in the background.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113050000/113047200/113047174/33675e0f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)
- Location: Calais
- Guest rating: 9.6/10 (Exceptional, 23 reviews)
- Price: CA $121, CA $136 total, includes taxes & fees, Nov 15 - Nov 16, for Our top choices for Boisdinghem vacation rentals
- Review: Great location, friendly staff, we loved our stay, by Svetoslav

### [4\. Apart'Moment Bourbourg Centre](https://www.expedia.ca/Bourbourg-Hotels-ApartMoment-Bourbourg-Centre.h90076805.Hotel-Information)

![A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a hanging light fixture, and a painting on the wall.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90080000/90076900/90076805/4ac4d002.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)
- Location: Bourbourg
- Guest rating: 8.6/10 (Excellent, 22 reviews)
- Price: CA $90, CA $91 total, includes taxes & fees, Nov 15 - Nov 16, for Our top choices for Boisdinghem vacation rentals
- Review: This apartment was an excellent choice for my overnight stopover en route to Germany. Clean,well equipped, cosy and very comfortable. The hosts were also very friendly and helpful. For those who dislike hotels I would highly recommend., by M

### [5\. Studio Royal](https://www.expedia.ca/Saint-Omer-Hotels-Studio-Royal.h111888218.Hotel-Information)

![A hotel room with a large bed, two nightstands, a wall-mounted light, and a decorative wall panel.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111890000/111888300/111888218/a3c53ed7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)
- Location: Saint-Omer
- Price: CA $85, CA $96 total, includes taxes & fees, Nov 13 - Nov 14, for Our top choices for Boisdinghem vacation rentals

### [6\. Camping La Tentation](https://www.expedia.ca/Renty-Hotels-Camping-La-Tentation.h126663196.Hotel-Information)

![A covered pool area with a glass enclosure, lounge chairs, and a small table.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/127000000/126670000/126663200/126663196/d90e1070.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)
- Location: Renty
- Guest rating: 8/10 (Very good, 3 reviews)
- Price: CA $97, CA $106 total, includes taxes & fees, Nov 16 - Nov 17, for Our top choices for Boisdinghem vacation rentals
- Review: There was no bedding on beds on arrival imagine sleeping on beds without clean sheets with a baby,so much flying insects as well in the place, by Cyril

### [7\. Studio Sunshine](https://www.expedia.ca/Saint-Omer-Hotels-Studio-Sunshine.h119173727.Hotel-Information)

![A bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table, a hanging light fixture, a wall-mounted plant shelf, and a window with curtains.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119180000/119173800/119173727/45c42a6c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)
- Location: Saint-Omer
- Guest rating: 6/10 (1 review)
- Price: CA $78, CA $88 total, includes taxes & fees, Nov 15 - Nov 16, for Our top choices for Boisdinghem vacation rentals

### [8\. Geantgw Principale Appt Appartement Confort - Propri t Art et Histoire](https://www.expedia.ca/Aire-Sur-La-Lys-Hotels-Geantgw-Principale-Appt-Appartement-Confort-Propri-T-Art-Et-Histoire.h128023381.Hotel-Information)

![A gated driveway leading to a large, historic building with a prominent tower and a smaller attached structure.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/129000000/128030000/128023400/128023381/a5c0cd83.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)
- Location: Aire-sur-la-Lys
- Price: CA $176, CA $372 total, includes taxes & fees, Nov 25 - Nov 26, for Our top choices for Boisdinghem vacation rentals

### [9\. Royal appart city 1](https://www.expedia.ca/Calais-Hotels-Royal-Appart-City-1.h122375806.Hotel-Information)

![A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and two windows with blinds.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122380000/122375900/122375806/56f629bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)
- Location: Calais
- Guest rating: 8.6/10 (Excellent, 4 reviews)
- Price: CA $47, CA $64 total, includes taxes & fees, Nov 22 - Nov 23, for Our top choices for Boisdinghem vacation rentals
- Review: Top je recommande pour le prix, by Gauthier

### [10\. Apart'Moment - Résidence La Brasserie](https://www.expedia.ca/Aire-Sur-La-Lys-Hotels-ApartMoment-Residence-La-Brasserie.h132302889.Hotel-Information)

![A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a mirror, a wooden dresser, and a window with sheer curtains.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/133000000/132310000/132302900/132302889/ff3a9304.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)
- Location: Aire-sur-la-Lys
- Guest rating: 10/10 (Exceptional, 5 reviews)
- Price: CA $151, CA $154 total, includes taxes & fees, Nov 13 - Nov 14, for Our top choices for Boisdinghem vacation rentals
- Review: Very nice property in a quiet area. Few nice bakeries around., by Mohammed

### [11\. Le Gîte des Voyageurs](https://www.expedia.ca/Bourbourg-Hotels-Le-Gite-Des-Voyageurs.h96146253.Hotel-Information)

![A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a glass jar, a cup, and a spoon.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96150000/96146300/96146253/ca8a6010.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)
- Location: Bourbourg
- Guest rating: 8.4/10 (Very good, 27 reviews)
- Price: CA $70, CA $71 total, includes taxes & fees, Nov 13 - Nov 14, for Our top choices for Boisdinghem vacation rentals
- Review: Difficult to find, had to ask locals. With luggage, a struggle to the first floor. Very, very tiny room., by G.N.

### [12\. Apart’Moment EN GROUPE – Le Repaire des 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Saint-Omer-Hotels-Coloc-Rue-De-Dunkerque.h117567428.Hotel-Information)

![A hotel room with a bed, a wall art piece, a door, and a nightstand with a lamp.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117570000/117567500/117567428/d8a05991.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)
- Location: Saint-Omer
- Price: CA $402, CA $404 total, includes taxes & fees, Nov 15 - Nov 16, for Our top choices for Boisdinghem vacation rentals

### [13\. The Helios Duplex Comfort Elegance](https://www.expedia.ca/Aire-Sur-La-Lys-Hotels-The-Helios-Duplex-Comfort-Elegance.h128023225.Hotel-Information)

![A modern room with a large window, a potted plant, a blue chair, a round ottoman, and a small table.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/129000000/128030000/128023300/128023225/73513338.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)
- Location: Aire-sur-la-Lys
- Price: CA $190, CA $457 total, includes taxes & fees, Nov 15 - Nov 16, for Our top choices for Boisdinghem vacation rentals

### [14\. La Tourelle nid Douillet Demeure La Magnifique](https://www.expedia.ca/Aire-Sur-La-Lys-Hotels-La-Tourelle-Nid-Douillet-Demeure-La-Magnifique.h138687675.Hotel-Information)

![A two-story house with a brick facade, a turret, and a garden.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/139000000/138690000/138687700/138687675/ac52d7f7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)
- Location: Aire-sur-la-Lys
- Price: CA $138, CA $259 total, includes taxes & fees, Nov 26 - Nov 27, for Our top choices for Boisdinghem vacation rentals

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## Top Boisdinghem Hotel Reviews

### [Le Clos Boutenelle](https://www.expedia.ca/Eperlecques-Hotels-Le-Clos-Boutenelle.h24264218.Hotel-Information)

![A large, two-story brick house with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a well-maintained garden with white flowers and hedges.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24270000/24264300/24264218/a642052a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)
- Location: Eperlecques
- Review: Quietest place I have ever stayed.😊. Old and very comfortable. Bathrooms are.modern, by Anonymous traveller, October 14, 2018, rated 10/10 Excellent

### [Logis \_ Hotel Restaurant La Sapiniere](https://www.expedia.ca/Wisques-Hotels-La-Sapiniere.h1383140.Hotel-Information)

![A patio with a brick floor, a glass enclosure, and a view of a grassy field with tall trees.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1390000/1383200/1383140/2441e706.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)
- Location: Wisques
- Review: Très bel établissement situé dans un magnifique parc avec des sequoias bicentenaire. Chambre spacieuse, confortable et bien équipée. Le restaurant est de haute gamme et les produits sont de qualités. Le petit déjeuner est très bien. Le personnel est agréable et professionnel., by Patrick, September 20, 2024, rated 10/10 Excellent

### [Hôtel Château Tilques](https://www.expedia.ca/Tilques-Hotels-Najeti-Hotel-Chateau-Tilques.h1060699.Hotel-Information)

![A restaurant with tables set for dining, a view of a building with a garden outside.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1070000/1060700/1060699/339199d1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)
- Location: Tilques
- Review: Beautiful chateau in equally beautiful setting. Accommodated our 5 person family nicely in luxury room. Pool was nice for the kids. Restaurant high quality and price., by Dan, August 8, 2016, rated 10/10 Excellent

### [Mercure Saint Omer Centre Gare](https://www.expedia.ca/Saint-Omer-Hotels-Mercure-Saint-Omer-Centre-Gare.h1166093.Hotel-Information)

![A hotel with a modern facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1170000/1166100/1166093/45b419ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)
- Location: Saint-Omer
- Review: Tout était parfait., by Yves, September 14, 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent

### [Apart'Moment ÉVASION](https://www.expedia.ca/Saint-Omer-Hotels-ApartMoment-Jacuzzi.h96169433.Hotel-Information)

![A hot tub with rose petals and a bottle of champagne.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96170000/96169500/96169433/w1517h1080x0y0-63659629.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)
- Address: 45 Rue de l'Arbalète, Saint-Omer, Pas-de-Calais, 62500, FR
- Location: Saint-Omer
- Guest rating: 10/10 (5 reviews)
- Review: Charming town, wonderful Jacuzzi room. Every detail prepared for a romantic stay., by Victoria, March 26, 2024, rated 10/10 Excellent

### [Apart'Moment CONFORT Saint-Omer](https://www.expedia.ca/Saint-Omer-Hotels-ApartMoment-Saint-Omer-Centre.h23590876.Hotel-Information)

![A brick building with a red door, two windows with hanging flower baskets, a wooden bench, and a red pot with flowers on the ground.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23600000/23590900/23590876/f1d9559b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)
- Address: 43 Rue de l'Arbalète, Saint-Omer, Pas-de-Calais, 62500, FR
- Location: Saint-Omer
- Guest rating: 9/10 (202 reviews)
- Review: Parking was a bit tight we had a suv and it can become tricky also there were some ants in the property but other than that I highly recommend it is very charming and rooms have lots of character. Would book again if I return to France. The town is also historic which is a plus., by ROSARIO, June 6, 2023, rated 10/10 Excellent

### [Hostellerie Saint Louis](https://www.expedia.ca/Dunkirk-Hotels-Hostellerie-Saint-Louis.h21169248.Hotel-Information)

![A hot tub in a modern room with skylights, a view of the outdoors, and a seating area with cushions.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21170000/21169300/21169248/ed18d0df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)
- Location: Bollezeele
- Review: Weee NOT advised at checkin how early Pool and Hot Tub closed. Wished to use it after dinner at 8pm and told it was closed, crazy early for a Wellness Spa type hotel. Had Plat du Jour for Dinner it was OK. Very little selection on the menu, wanted the Lamb dish but advised wasn’t available. Beautifully renovated, appointed and decorated. Staff could have been little friendlier., by Rosemary, April 26, 2026, rated 8/10 Good

### [Château de Moulin le Comte](https://www.expedia.ca/Aire-Sur-La-Lys-Hotels-Chateau-De-Moulin-Le-Comte.h5415672.Hotel-Information)

![A large, historic building with a symmetrical facade, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and mature trees.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5420000/5415700/5415672/5369ee1b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)
- Location: Aire-sur-la-Lys
- Review: Charming property and hospitality was great! Big spacious rooms!, by Anonymous traveller, September 27, 2019, rated 10/10 Excellent

## Find out more about Boisdinghem

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## Frequently Asked Questions

### Can I find a vacation rental in Boisdinghem?

Yes, we have vacation rentals near popular points of interest in Boisdinghem, or you can select a secluded option if you'd like a relaxing place to stay.

### What are some of the best vacation home rentals in Boisdinghem?

[SEASIDE HOUSE SECONDARY RESIDENCE](https://www.expedia.ca/Oye-Plage-Hotels-SEASIDE-HOUSE-SECONDARY-RESIDENCE.h32506563.Hotel-Information): This vacation home rental near Boisdinghem offers a fireplace, a patio, and a barbecue grill to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a fridge, a stovetop, and a microwave. You can relax into your vacation with a garden and a selection of games.

### What’s there to see and do in Boisdinghem?

While exploring the area, visit family-friendly sights like Etangs de Romelaere, or get outside and enjoy nature at Country Tour of l'Audomarois. Saint Omer Golf Club and Eperlecques Blockhaus are a couple of places you'll find in the larger area.

### What’s a vacation rental in Boisdinghem like?

A vacation rental is a private property you can stay in for several days or longer in Boisdinghem. Vacation rentals offer extras like WiFi and washers and dryers so you'll feel just like you're staying in your own home. If you're concerned about a sanitized environment, vacation rentals can provide a sense of security away from public hotel elevators and bustling concierge desks while still allowing you the excitement and enjoyment of travel. You'll also get more space in a vacation rental than in a traditional hotel, which is another reason why a vacation rental is a popular option for family gatherings.