Name: Ghent River Hotel
Address: Waaistraat 5, Ghent, Belgium, Ghent, East Flanders Province, BE
Price range: US$125–US$375 per night
Rating: 8.1

What guests think

Across recent reviews, Ghent River Hotel stands out for its central riverside location and generally spacious, characterful rooms in a historic building, with many guests praising the generous breakfast and friendly staff.

Recurring negatives include air conditioning and temperature control problems, occasional noise from nearby venues or the restaurant above, and some inconsistent housekeeping or maintenance such as worn carpets or bathroom issues. Some feedback notes a very small gym, no on-site parking though public options are close, and a sauna that may require a fee or activation. Expect a comfortable base for sightseeing, but consider requesting a quiet room and confirming effective air conditioning.

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Facilities

Reviews mention a very small, basic gym and a sauna available but sometimes not switched on or requiring a fee. There is no on-site parking, though public parking is nearby.

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Christophe

8 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

In het algemeen goed; niet te duur, goeie service, goed gelegen als je zonder eigen vervoer arriveert. Jammer dat de fitness ruimte zo weinig voorstelde.

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Peter

13 Mar 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Kamers zijn donker Temperatuur moeilijk regelbaar. De sauna lag niet aan. Waren wel vriendelijk. 4 sterren is hoog gegrepen

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Wolfgang

28 Oct 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Outdated interior and old, smelly wall-to-wall carpets, gym (fitness room) is a tiny and narrow room squeezed with some equipment, barely space to use anything. Breakfast is ok, good standard. Staff is friendly.

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ID

7 Aug 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The front of the hotel is very modern looking, which is disappointing because the part of the city it is in has an old feel about it. When you walk in the staff are very friendly and checking in is really fast and efficient. We had a room with a canal view and the quality of the room was fantastic. The building it occupies was clearly an old warehouse and they have done a lot to make it charming and authentic. The timber in the high ceiling is exposed, and they have done a lot of work with the decor. There are charming metal poles (obviously in their existing support places) holding up the ceiling, just adding to the warehouse feel. The rooms are cleaned daily and are well maintained. There is a sauna which is available to use for a fee. We did not eat at the hotel. Hotel food trends to carry a small premium, EUR22pp for breakfast is not cheap and there are many eateries near by where you can taste the local cuisine for less.

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Ed

30 Jul 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Kort bij centrum , mooi uitzicht op de Leiye.zeer goed ontbijt. Mooie ruime kamer. Geen parkeergelegenheid is jammer

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Colin

29 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean and tidy hotel in a great position. Public parking close by. Staff didn't seem interested in supporting with your queries

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Cleanliness

Many guests found the hotel and rooms clean, but there are repeated reports of missed housekeeping, cobwebs, stained or smelly carpets, and occasional bathroom leaks or overflows.

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Richard

28 Apr 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Very convenient location with well sized room. Nice breakfast Room was very dark and housekeeping was woefully lacking. The rock hard bed was sloppily made, the glasses had lip marks from previous user. Came back one day at 1:30 and another at 2:30 and room hadn’t been made up.

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Luca

14 Sept 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Hotel confortevole a pochi passi dal centro. Camera larga e una prima colazione varia e abbondante. La moquette della nosta camera aveva il segno degli anni con alcune macchie che potrebbero essere tolte. Nel complesso è una buona soluzione

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Ruth

10 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Wir waren sehr zufrieden mit dem Hotel, das ganz zentral liegt; das Personal ist freundlich, das Frühstück gut, die Zimmer sauber und geräumig; der Frühstücksraum oben mit Dachterrasse bietet einen schönen Blick auf die Stadt; der Blick war allerdings getrübt wegen einer großen Baustelle in unmittelbarer Nachbarschaft;

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Marion Lorraine

10 Dec 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Very central hotel, very clean staff were lovely and helpful. Would definitely stay here again, rooms cleaned every day! Can’t fault it at all

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Julian

2 Nov 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Toilet has a leak and smelled. Shower cubicle overflowed and spilled water. Not enough power sockets. Room very very dimly lit. Bathroom steamed up

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Wilhelmus

11 Nov 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Mooi centraal gelegen Hotel. Onze premium kamer was ruim, stil en goed. Het had iets schoner gekund en het handdoekrekje had gerepareerd moeten zijn. Ontbijt is heel goed met ruime keus. Personeel heel vriendelijk en behulpzaam.

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Lydia

14 Jun 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Zimmer wurde zweimal nicht gereinigt, und dass bei vier Tagen Aufenthalt. Duschbad mussten wir deshalb an der Rezeption holen. Dafür gab es Shampoo und Bodylotion im Überfluss, Wir mussten außerdem unser Zimmer wechseln, weil die Klimaanlage defekt war, es tropfte auf den Teppichboden. Nett wäre eine Entschuldigung gewesen oder sogar ein Drink aufs Haus. Ansonsten war unser Aufenthalt ok.

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Matthew

3 Aug 2023

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Overall I enjoyed my stay at the Ghent River Hotel. The rooms were spacious and the bathroom was also large. Points were taken away for cleanliness because of some cobwebs that were above the bed and sink. I was also taken aback by stored luggage being left by the front entrance- easy for anyone to take. However, overall I would recommend the Ghent River Hotel and I'm sure a view of the river would have made this hotel even more grand,

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ID

7 Aug 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The front of the hotel is very modern looking, which is disappointing because the part of the city it is in has an old feel about it. When you walk in the staff are very friendly and checking in is really fast and efficient. We had a room with a canal view and the quality of the room was fantastic. The building it occupies was clearly an old warehouse and they have done a lot to make it charming and authentic. The timber in the high ceiling is exposed, and they have done a lot of work with the decor. There are charming metal poles (obviously in their existing support places) holding up the ceiling, just adding to the warehouse feel. The rooms are cleaned daily and are well maintained. There is a sauna which is available to use for a fee. We did not eat at the hotel. Hotel food trends to carry a small premium, EUR22pp for breakfast is not cheap and there are many eateries near by where you can taste the local cuisine for less.

10

Colin

29 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean and tidy hotel in a great position. Public parking close by. Staff didn't seem interested in supporting with your queries

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Rooms

Rooms are often spacious with historic character and pleasant river views. However, several guests reported dark rooms, weak soundproofing, and recurring issues with air conditioning and temperature control.

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ADEMAR

29 Sept 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Good location. A/C isn’t working good looks are program to turn off after few hours

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PAUL

13 Sept 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

My room was underneath the restaurant and so rather noisy. Great location in an old building so you have to make allowances

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Terri

15 Jun 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

It was an easy walk to the sites. Overlooking the canal. We were on the second floor, and the dinning room wss above us. Very loud in the morning as well as could here the people in the next room. No cable so no watching any late night movie

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Luiz

20 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Location is great. However, it is possible to hear everything on the room nearby.

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Titti Veronica

10 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Helt fantastiskt stort rum med både dubbelsäng och enkelsäng för mig och min dotter! Kaffekapslar varje dag, badrock och tofflor ingick också. Suverän frukost med mycket att välja emellan. Gott kaffe i maskinen. Mycket trevlig turkisk (?) familj som skötte allt. Utsikten var inte så vacker med hus som höll på att restaureras. Låg på en lugn gata nära till torget med restauranger och sevärdheter. Hade en mycket trevlig vistelse i Gent. Ett tips är att ta tåget i ca 1 h till Brugge! Sååå mysig stad med kullersten och massor att utforska! Testa olika ölsorter. Köp även med lite god Belgisk choklad.

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Ruth

10 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Wir waren sehr zufrieden mit dem Hotel, das ganz zentral liegt; das Personal ist freundlich, das Frühstück gut, die Zimmer sauber und geräumig; der Frühstücksraum oben mit Dachterrasse bietet einen schönen Blick auf die Stadt; der Blick war allerdings getrübt wegen einer großen Baustelle in unmittelbarer Nachbarschaft;

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Maitrayee

22 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room AC was not running properly . Couldn’t sleep it was very hot . Next day they provided us with fan . The room temperature remained at 75 constant .Do not visit this place .Air-condition duct and airflow is very little .Controlled by the staff in the main floor . Breakfast was very good . The whole purpose is to have a good night sleep . Not in this hotel .

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Maikel

30 Jan 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Junior suite donker door het gebrek aan ramen in de kamer waar licht daar naar binnen kan komen. Beetje een donkere zolderkamer Alle suites zouden aan het water liggen dit is echter niet het geval. Koffie machine op de kamer werkt niet goed, koffie is zeer slecht. Voor een avond stappen en alleen hier te slapen perfecte locatie. Ontbijt is goed.

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Peter

13 Mar 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Kamers zijn donker Temperatuur moeilijk regelbaar. De sauna lag niet aan. Waren wel vriendelijk. 4 sterren is hoog gegrepen

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Jonathan

23 Jun 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

We arrived to find the AC wasn’t working and construction activity was going on right next door! Staff were very helpful but there was little they could do. Hotel boss was going to call/write us ….he has yet to do so.

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Service

Staff are frequently described as friendly and helpful, with efficient check-in. Some guests, however, reported unhelpful responses, booking or billing issues, and poor follow-up.

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Niels

5 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Prettig verblijf, locatie is top. Echter de service bij het uitchecken rondom slecht. Pasje ingeleverd, waarbij de enige vraag was of we wat uit de minibar genuttigd hadden, zo niet een fijne dag. De vraag of alles naar wens is geweest was blijkbaar teveel.

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John

5 Jun 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Booked a room with a double and two singles, but got downgraded to a room with just a double. The hotel management were rude and did not sort the issue and refused a partial refund for the difference between the more expensive room and the cheaper room they provided. Apparently we "should have been grateful for the amazing rate we got" . 😂😂😂.

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Simon

6 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Our room was upgraded to a suit in the old part of the hotel. The room was very spacious but quite dark. Check in was a challenge as although we had booked a B&B rate reception was adamant that our booking was room only. Luckily the app showed breakfast was included and they eventually accepted it. Breakfast had a good selection but was very busy. The hotel has a central location Nice big bathroom

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Keith

10 Jun 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

What a lovely hotel in a great location in the very heart of the city. The staff were superb.

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Marion Lorraine

10 Dec 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Very central hotel, very clean staff were lovely and helpful. Would definitely stay here again, rooms cleaned every day! Can’t fault it at all

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Wilhelmus

11 Nov 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Mooi centraal gelegen Hotel. Onze premium kamer was ruim, stil en goed. Het had iets schoner gekund en het handdoekrekje had gerepareerd moeten zijn. Ontbijt is heel goed met ruime keus. Personeel heel vriendelijk en behulpzaam.

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Tracey

19 Dec 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Friendly staff, nice rooms, comfortable bed, good breakfast. What’s not to like!

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ID

7 Aug 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The front of the hotel is very modern looking, which is disappointing because the part of the city it is in has an old feel about it. When you walk in the staff are very friendly and checking in is really fast and efficient. We had a room with a canal view and the quality of the room was fantastic. The building it occupies was clearly an old warehouse and they have done a lot to make it charming and authentic. The timber in the high ceiling is exposed, and they have done a lot of work with the decor. There are charming metal poles (obviously in their existing support places) holding up the ceiling, just adding to the warehouse feel. The rooms are cleaned daily and are well maintained. There is a sauna which is available to use for a fee. We did not eat at the hotel. Hotel food trends to carry a small premium, EUR22pp for breakfast is not cheap and there are many eateries near by where you can taste the local cuisine for less.

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David

3 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Wonderful service in a fascinating building. Splenfidly located near Friday market.

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Colin

29 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean and tidy hotel in a great position. Public parking close by. Staff didn't seem interested in supporting with your queries

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Location

Central and walkable by the river, close to main sights and restaurants. Some guests noted street or venue noise, particularly on weekends.

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André

23 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Schönes zentral gelegenes Hotel.

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Tia

11 Aug 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Het ligt in het centrum lekker centraal. Mijn kamer 211 was vreselijk rumoerig. Het ligt naast een jongerencentrum waar ze de hele dag basketballen en het geluid weerkaatst nogal tussen de muren (doodlopend straatje).. En in het weekend ligt er een kroeg in de buurt waar heel veel herrie vanaf komt. Vriendelijk en behulpzaam personeel. Uitgebreid en heerlijk ontbijt.

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rose

28 May 2023

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Stayed 1 night

A very lovely charming Hotel in the heart of the city center close to fone restaurants shopping canals and Castle Gravensteen

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Marion Lorraine

10 Dec 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Very central hotel, very clean staff were lovely and helpful. Would definitely stay here again, rooms cleaned every day! Can’t fault it at all

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Denis

25 May 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Such a great spot to us as a base to explore the old part of Gent. An old cotton mill, you can feel the history surrounding you. A few minutes walk from the thriving riverside and only 10 mins from all of the major attractions. Ghent Card well worth the money too.

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Eduardo

4 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Just a bit noisy outside our room on Friday night but great location, room and staff.

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Yves

22 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Pretty hotel with spacious room that's two minutes walk from the main square.

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Koen

14 Jun 2023

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Stayed 1 night

A beautiful hotel, located near the center.

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YuFeng

24 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Convenient to river and lots of restaurants nearby

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David

3 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Wonderful service in a fascinating building. Splenfidly located near Friday market.

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Dining

Breakfast is widely praised for quality and variety, often served in a pleasant room with views. A few guests mentioned busy mornings or a higher price.

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Michaël

1 Mar 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Le séjour était très agréable, personnel et petit déjeuner au top. La situation géographique est très bien.

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Marc

18 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Excellente découverte de la ville de Gand, ses rivières,ses balade en bateau,ses monuments magnifiques et une très bonne cuisine. Notre hôtel était parfait petit déjeuner vraiment bien.

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Dick

4 Jan 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Väldigt bra rum och även en riktigt bra frukost.

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Titti Veronica

10 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Helt fantastiskt stort rum med både dubbelsäng och enkelsäng för mig och min dotter! Kaffekapslar varje dag, badrock och tofflor ingick också. Suverän frukost med mycket att välja emellan. Gott kaffe i maskinen. Mycket trevlig turkisk (?) familj som skötte allt. Utsikten var inte så vacker med hus som höll på att restaureras. Låg på en lugn gata nära till torget med restauranger och sevärdheter. Hade en mycket trevlig vistelse i Gent. Ett tips är att ta tåget i ca 1 h till Brugge! Sååå mysig stad med kullersten och massor att utforska! Testa olika ölsorter. Köp även med lite god Belgisk choklad.

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Ruth

10 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Wir waren sehr zufrieden mit dem Hotel, das ganz zentral liegt; das Personal ist freundlich, das Frühstück gut, die Zimmer sauber und geräumig; der Frühstücksraum oben mit Dachterrasse bietet einen schönen Blick auf die Stadt; der Blick war allerdings getrübt wegen einer großen Baustelle in unmittelbarer Nachbarschaft;

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Magalie

3 Jan 2023

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Stayed 19,359 nights

Nous avons louer une suite junior , au début j ai été très déçu car la chambre ne correspondait pas du tout aux photos , car il y a un très jolie bâtiment ancien et un autre plus ressent avec bcp moins de cachet . Mais comme nous y passions 2 nuit , le personnel a été très sympathique et nous trouvé la chambre désirée pour la 2 eme nuit , le buffet du petit déjeuner est très complet et très bon .

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Dany

31 Oct 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Très bon petit déjeuner

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eduardo

22 Aug 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Nice place to stay. Excellent breakfast. Good accommodations and very gentle service.

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Ido

26 Nov 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Een prettig hotel met sympathiek personeel. Het ontbijt is van uitzonderlijke klasse. Een aanrader dus.

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marie Françoise

2 Sept 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

L’emplacement en centre ville a permis tous nos déplacements à pied. Les espaces sont plutôt grands dans la structure. La salle du petit déjeuner est accueillante et ouverte sur la rivière.

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Month	Average price
January	US$149
February	US$169
March	US$172
April	US$194
May	US$194
June	US$172
July	US$165
August	US$166
September	US$194
October	US$192
November	US$165
December	US$192

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15	16 $375	17 $209	18 $196	19 $252
20 $125	21 $169	22 $254	23	24 $290	25 $233	26 $287
27 $139	28 $151	29 $209	30 $201

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $161	2 $323	3 $296
4 $150	5 $243	6 $214	7 $232	8 $212	9 $209	10 $256
11 $146	12 $160	13 $160	14 $170	15 $177	16 $200	17 $242
18 $141	19 $156	20 $156	21	22	23 $202	24 $221
25 $139	26 $160	27 $160	28 $152	29 $160	30 $207	31 $174

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Family Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom

Premium Double Or Twin Room, Canal View

Family Triple Room, Canal View

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Deluxe Double Or Twin Room, Canal View

Premium Double Or Twin Room

Premium Triple Room

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