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Top Ghent Hotel Reviews
ibis Gent Centrum St-Baafs Kathedraal
10/10 Excellent
"Perfect location. Fantastic Air Conditioning. Great shower. When I come back to Ghent, I'll stay here again."
NH Collection Gent
10/10 Excellent
"Rénovations magnifiques, staff parfait, équipements et produits top, hôtel en plein centre. Une expérience de haute qualité !"
Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Reylof Ghent
10/10 Excellent
"Excellent location close to all the historic sites. Friendly & helpful staff. Beautiful rooms."
ibis Gent Centrum Opera
8/10 Good
"We booked a 2 twin room and we were given an accessible room with a queen/double and a twin. Room was clean but a little dated. Air conditioner was on a timer that would cut out at night and we were there during a heat wave so it did get quite warm even at night. Walkable to all the sights in the area (castle, towers, etc.). Tram system also stops nearby. Overall good stay."
Novotel Gent Centrum
8/10 Good
"Friendly staff! Appreciate their help and prompt responses as well"
1898 The Post & Porter's house
10/10 Excellent
"Hotel is a funky gem in a fantastic location. Staff is what made the stay memorable and fantastic. From Reception, to Bar, to cleaning staff they could not have been nicer and accommodating. This made the trip a joy. Always available to help with suggestions."
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ghent by IHG
8/10 Good
"I went to Belgium for the first time with my wife and kids from London. I drove all the way. Hotel staff was kind enough to offer me to park as soon I come. This allowed me.to park and go around city before our check in time. Room.was very spacious and very clean. We all had fantastic sleep. The only downside was, sofa bed made creaking noise when one moves. That should be fixed as that disturbs sleep. It didnt matter too much in the end because we were dead tired, but surely got noticed. Parking is spacious and easy. There is a tram 15 mins away which takes you to city centre. Overall we enjoyed our stay. Staff was wonderful. Would recommend."
Ghent Marriott Hotel
2/10 Terrible
"Very disappointing end to what could have been a good stay. The hotel’s location is excellent and the room itself was perfectly fine, which makes the poor service experience even more frustrating. The checkout interaction was frankly unacceptable. The front desk staff were rude, dismissive, and surprisingly argumentative over what should have been a simple guest query. Rather than listening or trying to help, the conversation became confrontational for no reason. Escalating the matter to the manager did not improve the situation—in fact, the same unhelpful and defensive attitude continued. What stood out most was the complete lack of customer service mindset. Mistakes or misunderstandings can happen anywhere, but professionalism, courtesy, and a willingness to resolve issues are the minimum one expects from hospitality staff, especially management. A hotel stay is judged not only by the room and location, but by how guests are treated. Unfortunately, the conduct of the staff at checkout left a very poor final impression, and based on that experience, I would not stay here again. And I recommend no one else does as well."
Flandria Hotel
8/10 Good
"A nice characterful hotel in a location within easy walking distance of the central tourist areas. The provision to store luggage before check-in and after checking out was particularly welcome. The room and bathroom were nicely decorated although the ‘double’ bed was quite uncomfortable as was two single beds pushed together which created a sag in the middle. Also the room (3 on the ground floor) is located right next to the stairs that all other guests have to use and as a consequence was very noisy- you can hear footsteps on the stairs, voices, banging etc every time the stairs are used which started at 06.45 on a Sunday morning which was unwelcome and disturbing. My travel partner had a separate room on the 1st floor and also commented that this room was also subject to a lot of noise with ‘paper-thin walls’. We did not have breakfast so cannot comment. Overall the hotel served the purpose for a brief 1 night stay in Ghent but would not like to stay any longer than that due to the disturbances whilst trying to sleep."
Frequently asked questions
What can a history buff expect from a stay in Ghent?
Those in search of a historical tour should plan a trip to Ghent. While you're here, be sure to check out the shops and museums. You can also discover the art scene during your holiday to this romantic area.
How many historical hotels will I find in Ghent?
In Ghent, there are 309 hotels and other accommodation options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.
What are the must-see historical sites and other places to visit in Ghent?
Ghent is notable for landmarks like Belfry of Ghent, St. Nicholas' Church and Old Meat Market Hall. Cultural venues include Design Museum Ghent, Ghent Museum of Industrial Archeology and Textiles and Capitole Theatre. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Ghent Town Hall and Ghent Christmas Market.
What is a historic hotel like in Ghent?
Guests who choose a historic hotel can sleep someplace that has a national historic designation. A stately home, palace or even a lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be considered a historic hotel as long as it's of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often preserved in the guestrooms or communal spaces of historic hotels in Ghent, giving a sense of history.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
"Heritage hotel" is a term often used in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term "historic hotel" is more commonly used in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The building and architecture of historic hotels tend to be what's most important. For a heritage hotel, it's mainly the cultural value as well as how it influenced the community.
Do historic hotels in Ghent have modern facilities?
Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you might expect, while every effort is made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the amenities found in most hotels will be available in a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Ghent, don't worry that you'll be staying at a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.