The Belgian coast
Blankenberge
Blankenberge is the family city of the Belgian coast.
Short stays, high volumes and yearly events such as the flower parade.
What works in Blankenberge
- Short stays, high volume
- Strong last-minute demand
- Events as revenue drivers
Permits and taxes in Blankenberge
Blankenberge introduced a separate lodging tax on 1 January 2026, on top of the second-residence tax.
We cover: Blankenberge centre, the seafront promenade, the marina and Uitkerke
- Since 1 January 2026 a lodging tax applies. Commercial hosts may pass €2.50 per person per night on to the guest — we build that into pricing and guest communication.
- There is also a second-residence tax regulation; the rates are in the published council regulations.
- For the letting itself a correct planning status remains required — check your permit before you register.
- Every accommodation you rent to tourists for payment must be registered with Toerisme Vlaanderen. Baseline conditions include a fire-safety certificate, fire and liability insurance, and an ownership or lease title that allows tourist letting.
- blankenberge.be — Belasting op het logies
- blankenberge.be — Belastingreglementen
- toerismevlaanderen.be — Aanmelding logies
Informative overview based on official municipal information — not legal advice. Rules change; always check your own situation with the municipality or ask us.
When do guests book in Blankenberge?
An average occupancy of 70% in Blankenberge doesn't come from one peak: it's built across three distinct periods. Here's how we handle each one.
- Peak seasonJuly – August
Belgian and French families book full weeks. This is where nightly rates peak; we use minimum stays and fixed changeover days.
- Shoulder monthsApril – June & September – October
Couples, cyclists and walkers. Mostly weekends and midweeks — dynamic pricing and flexible arrival days keep the calendar filled.
- Low seasonNovember – March
Christmas, New Year and spring holidays plus weekends. Well-heated, well-finished homes keep booking all year.
Want to know what your Blankenberge property earns?
Send us your address and property type. You get a concrete revenue estimate and a check on your permit situation — no obligation.
What does renting out in Blankenberge earn?
Based on the average nightly rate and occupancy in Blankenberge. An indication, not a promise — your home, its capacity and the season set the real number.
Cleaning fees are charged to the guest and are not included here. Tourist tax, utilities and consumption remain yours.
Calculate your revenueEffective cost rate: 18%
Frequently asked questions about renting out in Blankenberge
- Yes. In Blankenberge we work with a local team for check-ins, cleaning and interventions, and manage your rental end to end: listing on every platform, pricing, guest service and monthly settlement.
- €99 per month per home (incl. VAT) plus 15% commission on the gross revenue of every reservation. No setup fees and cancel any month.
- Airbnb, Booking.com, Vrbo/Abritel, Expedia, TripAdvisor, HomeToGo and Google Vacation Rentals, plus direct bookings through our own site. One calendar, no double bookings.
- Yes, short-term rental always requires registration in Belgium and the municipality may add conditions or a tourist tax. We take the registration and its follow-up off your hands.
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