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Ghent River Hotel

4.0 star property
Riverfront hotel with fitness centre and sauna

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Terrace/patio
Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Canal View
Bar (on property)
Reception
Flat-screen TV

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$341
includes taxes & fees
3 Apr - 4 Apr

Explore the area

Map
Waaistraat 5, Ghent, 9000
  • Gravensteen Castle
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Ghent Town Hall
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Saint Bavo Cathedral
    ‪9 min walk‬

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
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/bath combination
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
Shower/bath combination
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 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
Shower/bath combination
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 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
Shower/bath combination
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 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
Shower/bath combination
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 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
Shower/bath combination
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 30 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
Shower/bath combination
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 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
Shower/bath combination
Rainfall showerhead
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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 - 0.5 km
  • Ghent Town Hall - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Belfry of Ghent - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Saint Bavo Cathedral - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Ghent University - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Café 't Kanon - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cassis - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Het Betoog - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Savarin - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Soup Lounge - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Ghent River Hotel

Riverfront hotel with fitness centre and sauna
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

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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

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

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 at the property

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 smoke detector, 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 31 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ghent River Hotel on 3 Apr 2025 start from AU$329.17, 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?

Yeah, full brekkie is offered daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.

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. 278 out of 808 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 376 out of 808 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 113 out of 808 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 808 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 808 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

Tracey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, nice rooms, comfortable bed, good breakfast. What’s not to like!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Marion Lorraine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just a bit noisy outside our room on Friday night but great location, room and staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great experience
Wonderful service in a fascinating building. Splenfidly located near Friday market.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Simon

Central location
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
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Julian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Toilet has a leak and smelled. Shower cubicle overflowed and spilled water. Not enough power sockets. Room very very dimly lit. Bathroom steamed up
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

YuFeng

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient to river and lots of restaurants nearby
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leonard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Penny

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

PAUL

My room was underneath the restaurant and so rather noisy. Great location in an old building so you have to make allowances
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

eduardo

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay. Excellent breakfast. Good accommodations and very gentle service.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benyhamer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the area of the hotel, the quietness of the hotel and the staff hospitality.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, but tucked back a block so was very quiet, even with a big festival going on. Staff was friendly and helpful - would recommend :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Allison

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Luiz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Location is great. However, it is possible to hear everything on the room nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Terri

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
Can you please send me a receipt for whatever fees you took off my credit card after my stay?! I hate it when a hotel does this.

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel in the heart of the city
What a lovely hotel in a great location in the very heart of the city. The staff were superb.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and a nice room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice surroundings !
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Denis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024