Is parking available at the property?

Parking is available on-site, but it is limited. There is a fee of EUR 28 per night for covered self-parking. Reservations are not required.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

A buffet breakfast is available daily from 6:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee of approximately EUR 19 for adults and EUR 9.5 for children.

Does the property allow pets?

Pets are allowed at the property with a fee of EUR 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 11:59 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.

What accessibility features does the property offer for guests with disabilities?

The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Specific details about room accessibility are not provided.

Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?

The hotel is located in the heart of Ghent, just steps from Saint Bavo Cathedral and Royal Dutch Theatre. It is approximately 0.1 km from several attractions, including the Ghent Christmas Market and Belfry of Ghent.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property, and those under 18 years of age can stay for free.

ibis Gent Centrum St. Baafs Kathedraal Hotel in Ghent

Average nightly price at ibis Gent Centrum St. Baafs Kathedraal by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$118
February	$128
March	$140
April	$160
May	$161
June	$154
July	$152
August	$132
September	$168
October	$163
November	$148
December	$167

What guests think

At ibis Gent Centrum St. Baafs Kathedraal, travellers praise the central location opposite the cathedral and the welcoming staff, while noting compact rooms with tight bathrooms, occasional noise, and limited in-room amenities; breakfast is generally appreciated but not universally loved.

Most guests find the hotel and rooms clean, though a few reported dust, a poorly cleaned shower, or strong cleaning odors. Facilities are basic: the underground parking is extremely tight with few spaces and access by car can be tricky in the restricted zone, but the bar and lounge are pleasant. Expect a practical base for exploring Ghent.

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Facilities

Facilities are simple, with a pleasant bar/lounge. On-site underground parking is extremely tight with limited spaces and tricky access in the restricted zone; many guests used nearby public garages.

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Jeroen

Feb 19, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Mooi locatie midden in centrum. Voor het parkeren ter plaatse moet je wel enige scills bezitten. Zeer steile en smalle toegang tot parkeergarage

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Russell

Sep 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location for all things in Central Gent. Room was a good size, modern and clean. The hotel bar was reasonably priced compared to other places near-by.

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Heather

Jun 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent position, be difficult to navigate to the car park and the parking spaces are very tight. I would park somewhere else if you have a large car! The hotel was the best Ibis we have started in. Excellent breakfast, position and staff.

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Martin

Nov 24, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Everything you expect from an Ibis - clean, good price, excellent city centre location and friendly staff. The formula works well. Beware if you are parking a large car in the hotel car park as it is a small area and difficult to manoeuvre

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Frank

Jun 2, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Einfahrt in Tiefgarage sehr eng. Anmeldung auf HP der Stadt Gent nicht vergessen. Umweltzone. Frühstück richtig gut. Lage total zentral.

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Sandra

Jul 7, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Sehr umweltbewusst organisiert. Sauberes kleines Zimmer mit allem, was man braucht. Es gab sogar einen Mehrfach-Steckdosenwürfel mit USB-Anschlüssen. Bequemes Bett. Super zentrale Lage inmitten von fußläufigen Einkaufsmöglichkeiten und Gastronomie-Angeboten. Leider extrem enge Parkgarage mit wenigen Plätzen und ohne E-Ladesäule.

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Kenneth

Jan 1, 2023

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Stayed 19,357 nights

Friendly and helpful staff. Practical room. Good breakfast. Great location. On-site parking garage full at check-in. Off- site about a 10 minute walk. Overall, it was a great value for the price.

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Ellen

Oct 6, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Ideal location next to three favorite tourist attractions. Ideal also to walk to the castle. The hotel staff was so helpful! I'm very grateful to be in a warm and friendly hotel. I love the eating and social area where when you can go in the evening, they are so welcoming. There are also games and a nice setting for visiting.

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Richard

Feb 8, 2026

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Stayed 4 nights

The receptiion staff and the lady behind the bar were all excellent, however our cleaner was very poor. The location is superb and can't be bettered. The underground 12 space car park insanely tight.

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turna

Jul 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

good location to reach every sight on foot. except parking needs to be booked separately

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Cleanliness

Reviews largely describe clean rooms and public areas. Some guests noted lapses such as dust, a dirty shower, wet floors after mopping, or strong cleaning smells.

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Sara

Dec 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Front desk was very nice. Cobwebs and dust in the room. Toilet is so close to the wall you can barely sit without knees touching. Ideal location though.

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Anna

May 17, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff were all very friendly and helpful. We arrived early and I really like that the luggage storage was in a secured room. The room itself was nice and spacious. The bed was comfortable. They had AC so it would be good on a hot summer day but the weather was so nice we just had the windows open the entire time and the noise from the street and church bells wasn’t that bad. They didn’t have a fridge or kettle in the room but you can ask for hot water at the restaurant downstairs. The only thing we didn’t like is when we walked into our room, it looks like they just cleaned it and mopped the floor, so the floor was sopping wet and kinda smelled weird. We had to use the bathroom rug to dry it and the open window helped with the wet smell. Other than that, it was awesome and Ghent is beautiful!

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Tim

Jan 10, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This would be a 1 or two star review, however because our concerns were constructively addressed by the staff I bumped it up to three. The first room we were given the heating did not work and it was a single room even though we booked a double room. Smaller bed, one light, one socket, one nightstand. When we brought that up it was ignored by the staff but we were given a new room. In this room the heating was so loud that we could not sleep and the bathroom smelt like someone had smoked or lit a fire in there. The third room was fine except for the very loud neighbours but there is nothing the hotel can do about that. However, in the morning we discovered a lot of dirt in the shower so it had not been properly cleaned. After all this we decided to cut our trip short and leave. We spoke to the manager about that and she was very kind. She understood our concerns and our ultimate decision to leave. She was kind enough to issue a refund for one night which we highly appreciated!

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SYSTBEH

Aug 7, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Centraal gelegen in het prachtige centrum van Gent. Alles op loopafstand. Schone nette kamers en sanitair

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Eliot

Oct 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean room, great location

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Chantal

Aug 3, 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Très central et chambre propre

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Harriet

Oct 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean comfortable close to all sights and amazing front desk staff!

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Ina

Sep 12, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

My husband and I had a wonderful stay at Ibis Gent Centrum St. Baafs Kathedraal hotel from Sep 6 to Sep 12 and would like to sincerely thank the entire team for their exceptional service. The hotel is spotless, and the housekeeping team did an excellent job — the room was cleaned thoroughly every day, towels were changed regularly.The bed was especially comfortable, ensuring a great night's sleep. The location is absolutely perfect: right in the heart of the historic center, within walking distance of many major landmarks and attractions. Breakfast was another highlight of our stay. There was a fantastic selection of both hot and cold options, as well as a wide variety of fresh pastries and baked goods. But what truly sets this hotel apart is the outstanding service and the incredible staff. We are especially grateful for the way the team responded during a very difficult moment. My husband had a cardiac episode during our stay, and the staff (lovely Juultje and Jana) reacted with professionalism and care. They quickly asked all the necessary questions and called an ambulance without hesitation. Their calm support and willingness to help meant the world to us. It was an overwhelming situation, but their presence was a source of real comfort. Thank you again to the entire team — your kindness and empathy made a huge difference and will never be forgotten. We would definitely stay again at this hotel and recommend it to everyone staying in historical center of Gent.

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Stephen

Aug 10, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Excellent location. The rooms could use a bit of updating but they were clean & comfortable

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Allyson

Oct 13, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The hotel itself is clean, well maintained & reasonably comfortable. The location is wonderful, right across the street from the cathedral. The staff I dealt with were all pleasant and helpful. However, there are a number of little annoyances. Of course there's no soundproofing so you hear every noise inside & outside the hotel. The slot for your key, to switch the power on, is not beside the door so you have to hold the door open or grope around to find it. The bathroom was very cramped with the toilet set awkwardly behind the door. There were no hand towels or face cloths, just rather small bath towels. The climate control did nothing so the room was always too warm. There were no bedside tables. The mattress was ok but not very high quality.

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Rooms

Rooms are small with very compact bathrooms and awkward toilet placement; amenities are basic, often without a safe, kettle, or minibar. Some guests experienced noise from the street or neighbours, while a few found soundproofing adequate.

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Valerie

Jul 2, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

good location. clean room. good soundproofing. felt secure

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Youngcheul

Dec 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

위치는 좋으나 방이 너무 좁았어요.

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marcin

Aug 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Perfect location, lots of bars and restaurants around. Hotel staff was friendly and helpful. Room wasn't too big, did not have a safe or a mini bar. But if you are staying for a night or two it is no biggie. Area seemed really safe too. Cathedral was just outside our room, and had a great view. Try getting a room ending with an even number. Enjoy the stay.

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Edward

Nov 22, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Front desk agents were very helpful. Breakfast was good. The room especially the bathroom was pretty cramped but not a big deal

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Dave

Oct 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Only issue is that there is not a safe in the room.

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Jerry

Sep 25, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Very small rooms.

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Steve

Aug 18, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The room was just a little too small. I had to take a dump on the toilet seat sideways as the toilet is right up against the wall. The guy checking us in was great. Room was clean, facilities were good, breakfast was fine. Size of room is what I talk about when I describe the room.

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Scott

Oct 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel staff weeee great and helpful, especially assisting us with a medical emergency and being accommodating. Rooms are nice and clean. Hotel is very nice and clean. Location is fantastic for touring the main sights of old Ghent. Only issue with the hotel is it was noisier than previous hotels, poorer sound proofing between rooms and especially to outside. But overall a great hotel and good value!

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Allyson

Oct 13, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The hotel itself is clean, well maintained & reasonably comfortable. The location is wonderful, right across the street from the cathedral. The staff I dealt with were all pleasant and helpful. However, there are a number of little annoyances. Of course there's no soundproofing so you hear every noise inside & outside the hotel. The slot for your key, to switch the power on, is not beside the door so you have to hold the door open or grope around to find it. The bathroom was very cramped with the toilet set awkwardly behind the door. There were no hand towels or face cloths, just rather small bath towels. The climate control did nothing so the room was always too warm. There were no bedside tables. The mattress was ok but not very high quality.

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agnaldo elon

Oct 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel muito bem localizado, café da manhã bom , mas quarto exageradamente apertado

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Service

Staff are widely praised as friendly, responsive, and helpful, with quick check-in and thoughtful assistance in difficult situations. A few guests reported inconsistency or a reservation issue.

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Christine

Dec 12, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Staff were amazing and nothing was too much trouble. The hotel is very well situated in the centre of Old Ghent

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Janet

Dec 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Friendly staff and quick check in. Room was clean and comfortable. The hotel is an outstanding location and you can walk (20 mins) from the train station or catch a tram. Breakfast was terrific and offered plenty of variety for all dietary needs.

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Rosina

Oct 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Zeer vriendelijk en behulpzaam personeel bij het in- en uitchecken. Prima hotel, zeer gunstig gelegen: alles op loopadstand. Alleen het vinden van de locatie met navigatie is een dingetje vanwege de autovrije zone, maar met de juiste aanwijzingen van het personeel toch gelukt.

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Sophie

Nov 29, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Great location, wonderful staff

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Meredith

Jan 28, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff was so helpful. I had a couple of challenges and they quickly stepped in and took care of it.

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Christie

Aug 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great excellent people at the Front desk. Also at the evening Dining lady named Ceres she's a great server. I will definitely come back ! Thank you!

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Harriet

Oct 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean comfortable close to all sights and amazing front desk staff!

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kelly

Jan 28, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I made a reservation for two beds, which was confirmed prior to my arrival. However upon arrival I was told there were no rooms with two beds available as the front desk clerks “associate” had changed it to one double bed. As this is not what I had reserved, or confirmed, I asked for a refund and I would go elsewhere. I was told the room was nonrefundable and nothing could be done in terms of a refund or changing rooms to one that had two beds as requested. There was no explanation of why this reservation was changed by their staff. Very disappointed

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Ellen

Oct 6, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Ideal location next to three favorite tourist attractions. Ideal also to walk to the castle. The hotel staff was so helpful! I'm very grateful to be in a warm and friendly hotel. I love the eating and social area where when you can go in the evening, they are so welcoming. There are also games and a nice setting for visiting.

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Ina

Sep 12, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

My husband and I had a wonderful stay at Ibis Gent Centrum St. Baafs Kathedraal hotel from Sep 6 to Sep 12 and would like to sincerely thank the entire team for their exceptional service. The hotel is spotless, and the housekeeping team did an excellent job — the room was cleaned thoroughly every day, towels were changed regularly.The bed was especially comfortable, ensuring a great night's sleep. The location is absolutely perfect: right in the heart of the historic center, within walking distance of many major landmarks and attractions. Breakfast was another highlight of our stay. There was a fantastic selection of both hot and cold options, as well as a wide variety of fresh pastries and baked goods. But what truly sets this hotel apart is the outstanding service and the incredible staff. We are especially grateful for the way the team responded during a very difficult moment. My husband had a cardiac episode during our stay, and the staff (lovely Juultje and Jana) reacted with professionalism and care. They quickly asked all the necessary questions and called an ambulance without hesitation. Their calm support and willingness to help meant the world to us. It was an overwhelming situation, but their presence was a source of real comfort. Thank you again to the entire team — your kindness and empathy made a huge difference and will never be forgotten. We would definitely stay again at this hotel and recommend it to everyone staying in historical center of Gent.

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Location

Excellent central position across from the cathedral, walkable to major sights with handy tram links from the train stations. Arriving by car can be difficult, and the on‑site garage is small.

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Russell

Sep 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location for all things in Central Gent. Room was a good size, modern and clean. The hotel bar was reasonably priced compared to other places near-by.

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MatthiasJakob

Jun 25, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Die Lage ist einfach perfekt! Aus dem Fenster konnten wir direkt auf zwei Sehenswürdigkeiten blicken und alles war zu Fuß gut zu erreichen. Für weitere Wege ist eine Tramstation nicht weit weg.

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Sarah

Jul 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is situated within walking distance of all the major attractions. However, it is about a half hour walk from the main train station.

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Franciscus

Apr 28, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Direct in het centrum naast de st. Baafs kathedraal. Goede Horeca in directe omgeving en ook op enkele minuten lopen van alle toeristische bezienswaardigheden zoals Gravensteen, st. Baafs, rondvaart ed.

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Philip Richard

Aug 5, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Fabulous location opposite st baafs cathedral. The main shopping streets and tourist sites close by and walkable

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Eliot

Oct 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean room, great location

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Eduardo

Oct 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very good located, near of almost everything

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ALI

Jul 4, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Location was very prime. Friendly staff. Decent breakfast. Good AC. As a tourist, access to public transportation was not really needed due to the prime location but access to public transportation was not bad either (5 mins from a light rail train station)

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Mijndert

Feb 6, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Mooie ligging hotel, top in het centrum bij een grote kerk en plein.

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Richard

Jun 20, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The hotel is right on the corner of the square in Ghent, it was not too noisy though. Staff were very friendly and the breakfast and bar areas were clean and well stocked. It is very easy to find your way around the city and the tram services are excellent. Have a look around the castle, a good two or three hours to cover it. Many churches too. We are not religious, but the architecture is something to behold. A trip to Patrick Foley's Irish Bar is also worth it.

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Dining

Breakfast is generally rated good to excellent with varied choices, though some guests found it basic or pricey and noted occasional replenishment issues. Limited feedback on other meals; bar service is available.

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Mahtab

Jul 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great place to stay. The breakfast was delicious, and the room had a nice boutique feel.

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Dick

Jul 27, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Superlocatie, tegenover de St. Baafs. Wat sleets hotel, erg schoon en een uitstekend ontbijt.

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Maurizio

May 10, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Leider war das Zimmer für den Preis,180 Euro die Nacht mit einem schlechten fFrühstück mit billigen Produkten einfach überteuert! Wir werden das Hotel nicht weiter empfehlen.

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PHILIPPE

Aug 31, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Hôtel trés bien situé. Excellent petit déjeuner.

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Janet

Dec 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Friendly staff and quick check in. Room was clean and comfortable. The hotel is an outstanding location and you can walk (20 mins) from the train station or catch a tram. Breakfast was terrific and offered plenty of variety for all dietary needs.

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G.J.

Mar 6, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Dit hotel heeft prima kamers met fijne bedden. Daarnaast goede ontvangst, leuke bar en prima ontbijt.

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Peter

Sep 5, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Great location, easy to get to by car, good range of food for breakfast. Limited parking. Comfortable and modern rooms

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Yumiko

Apr 15, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location, crispy clean room, breakfast was awesome. bar lady was a kind of grumpy. I wish rooms have a coffee maker or coffee service at lobby. for the guests.

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Paul

Dec 17, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean, modern hotel right in the centre of town. Staff very friendly and helpful. Breakfast a bit expensive at 17 euro each and be warned if you are using the car park it is very tight.

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Stig

Feb 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Not exciting breakfast. Soggy scrambles eggs.

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Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
1	2	3	4	5 $113	6 $155	7 $171
8 $100	9 $103	10 $111	11 $98	12 $103	13 $129	14 $180
15 $189	16	17	18 $139	19 $103	20 $154	21
22 $95	23 $107	24 $127	25 $137	26 $178	27 $199	28 $195
29 $95	30 $103

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		1 $93	2 $120	3 $163	4 $224	5
6 $158	7 $168	8 $168	9 $146	10 $158	11 $224	12
13 $133	14 $150	15 $159	16 $164	17 $164	18 $207	19
20 $132	21 $155	22 $127	23 $106	24 $98	25 $184	26 $200
27 $146	28 $182	29 $182	30 $182	31

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