Hotel Ghent River Hotel, Ghent, Belgium

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Ghent River Hotel

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Overview

Offering fitness classes and a sun terrace, the 4-star Ghent River Hotel is located in the shopping district of Ghent, only a 5-minute walk from Gravensteen. This elegant hotel includes 94 comfortable rooms overlooking the city.

Location

Patershol lies approximately 5 minutes' walk away, while St. Bavo's Cathedral is not so far from the property. The hotel is also situated only 550 metres from Ghent City Hall. There is Museum of Fine Arts a 10-minute ride from this charming accommodation.

Ghent River Hotel is located 65 km from Deurne airport and a short walk from Gent Ottogracht bus stop.

Rooms

In terms of safety, the allergy-free rooms are equipped with smoke detectors and an electronic key card. A multi-channel television along with a minibar fridge and coffee/tea making equipment are available. They have a spacious interior. The private bathrooms are fitted with a sauna and a rainfall shower, along with toiletries and dressing gowns.

Eat & Drink

There is a breakfast room for guests to enjoy their meal. The cosy bar is also available. Choose from an unlimited choice of international dishes at Entr which is around 5 minutes' walk away.

Leisure & Business

The perfect River goes the extra mile to provide guests with fitness classes to help them stay fit. The River Ghent has a gym facility. There is a meeting room and a business centre available for corporate travellers.

Good to know

Check-in/Check-out

from 15:00-23:59

until 11:00

Amenities

No parking available.

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Other information

Breakfast

A full breakfast is served at the price of EUR 25 per person per day.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Languages

English, German, Dutch

Building

Year renovated:2011

Number of floors:4

Number of rooms:94

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Rooms and availability

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Premium Triple Room

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2 persons
Bed options:

Sleeping arrangements for 3 persons

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Standard Suite

Max:

2 persons

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Deluxe King Suite

Max:

4 persons
Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi

Parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Welcome drink

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Spa and relaxation

Sauna

Laundry

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Cots

Spa & Leisure

Sun terrace
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room
Sauna

Room view

River view
Water view

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

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Essential information about Ghent River Hotel

💵 Lowest room price	260 C$
📏 Distance to centre	500 m
🗺️ Location rating	9.2
✈️ Distance to airport	61.2 km
🧳 Nearest airport	Deurne, ANR

Location
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Address

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Waaistraat 5, Ghent, Belgium, 9000

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Waaistraat 5, Ghent, Belgium, 9000

City landmarks
Nearby
Restaurants
Hotels nearby

Sint-Baafsplein

Belfry of Ghent

650 m

Church

Saint Nicholas' Church

670 m

Church

St. Bavo's Cathedral

1.1 km

Sint-Michielsplein Open from 14.00 to 17.00 only

St Michael s Church

910 m

Museum

Design Museum Gent

630 m

Opgeëistenlaan 2

Rabot

1.2 km

Church

Saint Bavo's Cathedral

620 m

Gallery

Belfry and Cloth Hall

710 m

Graslei en Korenleih

Graslei and Korenlei

600 m

Geraard de Duivelstraat 1

Geeraard de Duivelsteen

960 m

Bridge

St Michael's Bridge

700 m

Museum

Museum Arnold Vander Haeghen

1.2 km

Historic Site

Ghent Cloth Hall

650 m

Museum

Museum of Fine Arts

2.2 km

Square

Graslei

620 m

Castle

Castle of Gerald the Devil

840 m

St-Pietersplein Tweekerkenstraat

Saint Peter's Abbey

2.0 km

Sint-Veerleplein 11

Gravensteen

420 m

Square

Korenmarkt

550 m

Grootkanonplein 5

Dulle Griet

210 m

Academiestraat 1

Augustinian Monastery

410 m

Ghent City Center

600 m

Werregarenstraat

Graffiti Street

430 m

Museum

Ghent Museum of Industrial Archeology and Textiles

400 m

Church

St James' Church

220 m

Museum

The House of Alijn

270 m

Vrijdagmarkt

230 m

Public Building

Ghent City Hall

540 m

Historic Site

Great Butchers' Hall

480 m

Botermarkt 17

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480 m

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Reviews of Ghent River Hotel

8.4 /10

Great

Verified reviews

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Location9.2

Staff8.0

Comfort6.0

Facilities6.6

Cleanliness8.0

WiFi7.0

Guest reviewsWrite a Review

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William

United States

left 3 reviews

Wrote a review on 10 Feb

Great

Recommends the hotel

Location8.0

Rooms7.0

Service9.0

Dining9.0

8.0

freshly baked pastries

stunning river view

noise issue

sleep disruption

The best part was the breakfast with freshly baked pastries and a stunning river view! 🥐 Only downside was the noise from adjoining rooms, which affected my sleep a bit.

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Date of stay: December 20244 nightsCoupleStandard Double Or Twin Room
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R.

United States

left 1 review

Wrote a review on 08 Feb

Great

Recommends the hotel

Location9.0

Rooms8.0

Service8.0

Dining10.0

8.0

fantastic breakfast

central location

a warm family-friendly stay with fantastic breakfast overlooking the city

Clean, comfortable room, friendly service.

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Date of stay: December 20242 nightsFamily with childrenDouble Or Twin Room Canal View
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George

United States

left 1 review

Wrote a review on 26 Nov

Great

Recommends the hotel

Location9.0

Rooms8.0

Service8.0

Dining5.0

8.0

clean room

great location

This hotel was a perfect match for getting around Ghent with great value for money. The room was very clean and spacious, which made our stay enjoyable. If you're visiting, make sure to check out the nearby sights on foot.

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Date of stay: October 20242 nightsCoupleStandard Double Or Twin Room
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Joseph

United States

left 1 review

Wrote a review on 24 Aug

Nice

6.0

Consider bringing your own breakfast items if traveling with young children, as breakfast service starts later than usual.

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Date of stay: June 2024
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Scott

United States

left 1 review

Wrote a review on 22 Aug

Perfect

Recommends the hotel

Location10.0

Rooms8.0

Service10.0

Dining8.0

9.0

canal view

delicious breakfast

local flavors

late breakfast

Exploring the city was a blast! We enjoyed the picturesque views and even took a stroll by the canal where we watched the tourist boats. Breakfast was a treat with delicious cheeses and fish, adding a nice local flavor to our mornings.

In my children’s opinion, the breakfast timing was too late, as they wanted an earlier start to the day.

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Date of stay: June 20243 nightsFamily with childrenDeluxe Double Or Twin Room
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Richard

United States

left 1 review

Wrote a review on 19 Aug

Great

Recommends the hotel

Location9.0

Rooms7.0

Service9.0

Dining8.0

8.0

friendly staff

cozy bar

well-stocked breakfast

ineffective air conditioning

loud environment

The stay at River was pleasant. The staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful, efficiently assisting in my business needs. The bar provided a nice selection of beers and had a cozy atmosphere. The breakfast on the top floor offered a well-stocked array of options including freshly baked pastries. The location in the city center made it very convenient for exploring Ghent.

The room lacked soundproofing and the air conditioning was ineffective.

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Date of stay: June 20243 nightsBusiness travellerStandard Double Or Twin Room
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Henry

United States

left 9 reviews

Wrote a review on 13 Aug

Great

Recommends the hotel

Location10.0

Rooms7.0

Service9.0

Dining6.0

8.0

central location

comfy room

friendly staff

basic room

Great spot for exploring!

This hotel is super close to the heart of Ghent. Just step out, turn right, and bam! You're at one of the main squares. The bar's cozy, and we loved the beer selection. The room was clean and comfy, but honestly, it looked more basic than the pics. Oh, and parking? Good luck with that.

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Date of stay: June 20241 nightCoupleStandard Double Or Twin Room
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George

United States

left 6 reviews

Wrote a review on 19 Jul

Great

Recommends the hotel

Location9.0

Rooms7.0

Service9.0

Dining8.0

8.0

friendly staff

cozy room

Comfortable Stay with a Prime Location

The standard double room offered a cozy retreat after exploring the vibrant Vridagmarkt nearby. Staff were friendly and accommodating, ensuring our needs were met. Highly recommend checking out local dining options nearby, especially the intimate cafes along the river.

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Date of stay: May 20241 nightCoupleStandard Double Or Twin Room
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Frank

United States

left 7 reviews

Wrote a review on 30 Jun

Great

Recommends the hotel

Location9.0

Rooms8.0

Service7.0

Dining6.0

8.0

picturesque views

quiet surrounding area

charming walkable streets and nearby historic landmarks

I really loved how close this place was to St Bavo's Cathedral, which is just over a kilometer away, and the delightful stroll through the city center offered plenty of picturesque views along the way. the quiet surrounding area was perfect after a day spent exploring the vibrant life of Ghent, although the breakfast could have been hotter.

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Date of stay: May 20243 nightsSingleDouble Or Twin Room With Canal View
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Walter

United States

left 18 reviews

Wrote a review on 25 Jun

Great

Recommends the hotel

Location8.0

Rooms8.0

Service8.0

Dining9.0

8.0

stunning views

well-equipped room

Had a fantastic time with friends! We explored Citadel Park and enjoyed the scenic beauty of Portus Ganda. The breakfast room had stunning views, and our room was well-equipped for making coffee. Overall, the location is perfect for walking to nearby attractions.

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Date of stay: May 20243 nightsGroup of friendsDouble Or Twin Room With Canal View
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James

United States

left 2 reviews

Wrote a review on 09 Jun

Great

Recommends the hotel

Location9.0

Rooms8.0

Service9.0

Dining9.0

8.0

freshly baked pastries

stunning views

attentive service

thin walls

noise issue

we had a fantastic honeymoon trip at river, and it exceeded our previous stay in ghent. the breakfast on the top floor offered freshly baked croissants and a variety of organic juices with stunning views of the canal. service was attentive, making our stay even more special.

room had very thin walls

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Date of stay: May 20243 nightsCoupleDouble Or Twin Room With Canal View

FAQ about Ghent River Hotel

How far is the city centre from the elegant Ghent River Hotel?

The elegant Ghent River Hotel is located in the shopping district of Ghent.

What interesting sites can I visit not far from Ghent River Hotel?

Guests of Ghent River Hotel can visit Gravensteen (just a short drive from the accommodation), or Saint Nicholas' Roman Catholic Church placed 9 minutes' walk away.

Can I have lunch or dinner next to Ghent River Hotel hotel?

Dining options nearby Ghent River Hotel hotel include Entr restaurant serving international dishes (within a short walking distance of the property) and Eetkaffee Multatuli restaurant famous with Belgian cuisine (200 meters away).

Can I have breakfast at the elegant Ghent River Hotel hotel?

Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the breakfast room of the elegant Ghent River Hotel hotel.

What time is check-in and check-out at the Ghent River Hotel?

Guests of the Ghent River Hotel can check in from 15:00 to 23:30 and check out from 11:00.

How much does it cost to stay at the hotel?

The price for a room in the hotel starts at €201.

What payment methods are available in the elegant Ghent River Hotel?

At the elegant Ghent River Hotel, guests can pay using сash, Mastercard, and Visa as well as other payment methods.

What are the room types offered by the Ghent River Hotel?

Guest Room, Standard Twin Room, and Deluxe Room are among the room types available at the Ghent River Hotel.

Which amenities are included in the rooms at the elegant Ghent River Hotel?

Each room at the elegant Ghent River Hotel offers a multi-channel television, some units feature private bathrooms along with a hairdryer and a shower.

Is free internet provided in the Ghent hotel?

Yes, the Ghent hotel provides Wi-Fi available throughout the property for free.

Is the staff at the elegant Ghent River Hotel multilingual?

Yes, the staff of the elegant Ghent River Hotel can assist you in Dutch, German, and English.