Insect hotel at Bopets, Belgian pet shop

Insect hotels for bees,
ladybirds & beneficial insects

Increase biodiversity in your garden with an insect hotel. At Bopets you will find nesting spots for wild bees, ladybirds and other beneficial insects that promote pollination.

At Bopets you will find insect hotels in various sizes, so you can easily choose a model that suits your garden, terrace or balcony.

Insectenhotel van natuurlijk hout met bamboe en dennenappels - bijenhotel kopen bij Bopets

Why install an insect hotel?

In a tidy, well-maintained environment, natural shelters for beneficial insects are often limited. With an insect hotel you create extra spots where they can safely overwinter and reproduce, more biodiversity and life in the garden. A bee hotel attracts solitary bees essential for pollination, while a broader insect house also serves ladybirds and lacewings as a nesting spot. Discover more ↓

Insect hotel in nature, a shelter for wild bees

Biodiversity starts in your garden

An insect hotel is the simplest way to attract wild pollinators and beneficial insects to your garden. See what an insect hotel looks like in nature.

95% of wild bees are solitary, they need a bee hotel
150+ aphids eaten by a ladybird per day
80% of pollination is done by wild bees, not honeybees
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Why install an insect hotel?

In a well-maintained garden, natural shelters for beneficial insects are often limited. With an insect hotel, you create extra spots where they can safely overwinter and reproduce.

  • Supports natural control of aphids and other pests.
  • Helps pollinate flowers, shrubs and vegetable garden plants.
  • More biodiversity and life in your garden.

How to hang an insect hotel correctly

The placement of your insect hotel largely determines how well it will be used. A few simple guidelines increase the chance of quick colonisation.

  • Hang it preferably in a sunny, sheltered spot, out of driving rain.
  • Make sure the hotel is firmly attached and does not swing.
  • Combine with nectar-rich flowering plants nearby for sufficient pollen and nectar.

Insect hotels and garden birds

A healthy garden with plenty of beneficial insects is also attractive to garden birds. Insects are a natural food source, especially during the breeding season. Insect hotels beautifully complement your wild bird food, bird feeders and nest boxes.

Discover insect hotels at Bopets

With a suitable insect hotel you increase biodiversity in your garden and support beneficial insects all year round. At Bopets you will find practical and decorative insect hotels for a variety of situations.

Explore our range of insect hotels and combine with wild bird food and bird feeders for a lively, wildlife-friendly garden.

Frequently asked questions

What is an insect hotel?
An insect hotel is a structure with various natural materials (bamboo, wood, pine cones) that provides nesting and shelter for beneficial insects like solitary bees, ladybirds and lacewings.
Where should I place an insect hotel?
In a sunny spot facing south or south-east, at least 1 metre above the ground. Near flowering plants and away from strong wind. A sheltered wall or fence is ideal.
When do insects start using the hotel?
Solitary bees typically start nesting from March onwards. It may take a full season for the hotel to be discovered. Be patient and ensure there are nectar-rich flowers nearby.
Do I need to maintain an insect hotel?
Minimal maintenance is needed. Do not clean it out, as larvae may be developing inside. Replace damaged materials occasionally. Ensure it remains dry and stable.
Can an insect hotel attract wasps?
Solitary wasps may nest in the hotel, but they are harmless and beneficial (they eat aphids and caterpillars). They do not form colonies and rarely sting. Social wasps prefer other nesting sites.