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Ghent River Hotel

4.0 star property
Riverfront Ghent hotel in Ghent City Centre with fitness centre

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Canal View
Daily full breakfast (EUR 22 per person)
Bar (on property)
Reviews
8.2

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
    BarBar
  • Gym
    GymGym
  • Room service
    Room serviceRoom service
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Laundry
    LaundryLaundry

Explore the area

Map
Waaistraat 5, Ghent, 9000
  • Popular LocationGravensteen Castle6 min walk
  • Popular LocationGhent Town Hall7 min walk
  • Popular LocationBelfry of Ghent8 min walk
  • AirportBrussels (BRU-Brussels - National)64 min drive

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Premium Triple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Canal View

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Canal View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Premium Double or Twin Room

Premium Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Premium Double or Twin Room, Canal View

Premium Double or Twin Room, Canal View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Family Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom

Family Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Family Triple Room, Canal View

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Family Triple Room, Canal View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Standard Double or Twin Room

Standard Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Premium Suite

Premium Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Ghent

Ghent River Hotel puts you in the heart of Ghent, within steps of Friday Market Square and Big Cannon. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi and free high-speed Internet. .For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Enjoy the gym and sauna. 753 square feet (70 square metres) of event facilities include a meeting room and conference space, and other business amenities include a business centre. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning full breakfast is served between 7 AM and 10 AM. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 4-property class Ghent City Centre hotel include Kraanlei and Toreken.

What's nearby

  • Gravensteen Castle - 6 min walk
  • Ghent Town Hall - 7 min walk
  • Belfry of Ghent - 8 min walk
  • Saint Bavo Cathedral - 9 min walk
  • Ghent University - 20 min walk

Getting around

  • Ghent-Dampoort Station - 17 min walk
  • Brussels Airport (BRU) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café 't Kanon - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Savarin - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪De Gulden Valk - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Babbelut - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Vol Pension - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Ghent River Hotel

Riverfront Ghent hotel in Ghent City Centre with fitness centre
Ghent River Hotel offers its guests a sauna and a fitness centre. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business centre and a meeting room.

WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 753 square feet (70 square metres) and includes conference space. The business-friendly Ghent River Hotel also features a terrace, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and laundry facilities.

This 4-star Ghent hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 77 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 753 sq ft of conference space
  • 70 sq. m of conference space
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Ghent River Hotel offers 77 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a rainfall showerhead, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Ghent hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7 AM to 10 AM for a fee: EUR 22 per person
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Sauna
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service

Business services

  • 753 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • On a river
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 4 floors
  • Building
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3.50 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately EUR 22 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates). This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Diners Club, Eurocard and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Belgium. This property is rated 4 stars.

Property is also known as

Ghent River
Ghent River Hotel
Hotel Ghent River
River Ghent
River Hotel Ghent
Ghent River Hotel Hotel
Ghent River Hotel Ghent
Ghent River Hotel Hotel Ghent

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Ghent River Hotel?

Ghent River Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Ghent River Hotel?

As of 30 Jun 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ghent River Hotel on 7 Jul 2024 start from NZ$224.29, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What makes Ghent River Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Ghent River Hotel.

Does Ghent River Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, our visitors give a thumbs up to the full brekkie here! Available daily from 7 AM to 10 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Ghent River Hotel?

No, Ghent River Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Ghent River Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Ghent River Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Ghent River Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 262 out of 776 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 368 out of 776 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 107 out of 776 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 776 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 776 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

beverly

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Linda

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Mediocre
Room was nice, very humid constantly in bathroom, towels evwn when dry felt damp. Shower gel in shower was empty, when we went down to ask for more, we were questioned "really" by staff. Description states work out room and sauna, beware says nowhere that you need to pay each time for sauna, 72 euros!!!! Every little thing had price tag attached, surprised they didn't charge us per pod of coffee.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay in Ghent.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

ADEMAR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location. A/C isn’t working good looks are program to turn off after few hours
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ghent
The room was fabulous!! Right along the river!! So beautiful. The breakfast was amazing and well priced. The staff was very courteous and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anil

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yves

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel and well situated
Pretty hotel with spacious room that's two minutes walk from the main square.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Shaundrea

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luc

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

James, Philadelphia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location for visiting old as tea in Ghent, Belgium. Staff were very friendly and helpful.!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is clean, comfy, and reasonably priced with an excellent location. I can see the Ghent River from my room and access St Bavo's Cathedral within walking distance without the hustle and bustle. The staff is friendly and very accommodating on late check-ins and early check-outs.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

ID

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A diamond in the rough.
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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,

8/10 Good

Stef

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

John

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was not as advertised.
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" . 😂😂😂.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Gustavo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Front river view Right on the center of the city
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

rose

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staying here is a must
A very lovely charming Hotel in the heart of the city center close to fone restaurants shopping canals and Castle Gravensteen
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Richard

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Not maintained as a 4 star property
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Kaltrina

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023