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Hostel Uppelink

Hostel in Ghent with coffee shop/cafe and bar/lounge

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Front of property
Fridge, microwave
Shower, towels
Staircase
Bed in a 12-bed mixed dormitory

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$152
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr

Explore the area

Map
Sint-Michielsplein 21, Ghent, 9000
  • Ghent Town Hall
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Gravensteen Castle
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Saint Bavo Cathedral
    ‪6 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Small 3 bed private room (triple bunk)

Small 3 bed private room (triple bunk)

Small 3 bed private room (triple bunk)

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Bed in a 8-bed mixed dormitory

Bed in a 8-bed mixed dormitory

Bed in a 8-bed mixed dormitory

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

View all photos for Small 4 bed private room

Small 4 bed private room

Small 4 bed private room

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Bed in a 16-bed mixed dormitory | Bathroom

Bed in a 16-bed mixed dormitory

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 8 Single Bunk Beds

View all photos for Bed in a 6-bed mixed dormitory

Bed in a 6-bed mixed dormitory

Bed in a 6-bed mixed dormitory

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

View all photos for Small 3 bed private room with special view

Small 3 bed private room with special view

Small 3 bed private room with special view

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Bed in a 12-bed mixed dormitory

Bed in a 12-bed mixed dormitory

Bed in a 12-bed mixed dormitory

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Single Bunk Beds

View all photos for Bed in a 10-bed mixed dormitory

Bed in a 10-bed mixed dormitory

Bed in a 10-bed mixed dormitory

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Single Bunk Beds

About the area

Ghent

Hostel Uppelink puts you in the heart of Ghent, within steps of St. Michael's Bridge and St. Michael's Church. Highlights at this hostel include free in-room WiFi. .At the hostel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 8 AM and 10 AM. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Ghent City Centre hostel include St. Nicholas' Church and Korenmarkt Square.
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What's nearby

  • St. Nicholas' Church - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Belfry of Ghent - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Ghent Town Hall - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Gravensteen Castle - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Saint Bavo Cathedral - 6 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Ghent (GNE-Sint-Pieters Train Station) - 6 min drive
  • Brussels Airport (BRU) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mcdonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Le Pain Quotidien - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪De Post - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Vijf Voor Twaalf - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Poule & Poulette - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hostel Uppelink

Hostel in Ghent with coffee shop/cafe and bar/lounge
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Hostel Uppelink.

This Ghent hostel is smoke free.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1200
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Locker space
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
Hostel Uppelink offers 11 accommodations with a safe. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

Dutch, English, French

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8 AM to 10 AM for a fee: EUR 7.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom (in-room sink)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • 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 1.51 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 buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 7.5 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; cash is not accepted
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 and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

Property is also known as

Hostel Uppelink Ghent
Hostel Uppelink
Uppelink Ghent
Uppelink
Hostel Uppelink Ghent
Hostel Uppelink Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Hostel Uppelink Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Ghent

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hostel Uppelink?

Hostel Uppelink offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hostel Uppelink?

As of 22 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hostel Uppelink on 27 Apr 2025 start from AU$146.44, 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.

Does Hostel Uppelink serve breakfast?

Yeah, buffet brekkie is on offer daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hostel Uppelink?

No, Hostel Uppelink does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hostel Uppelink?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hostel Uppelink?

No, pets are not allowed.

Hostel Uppelink Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 103 out of 153 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 153 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 153 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 153 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 153 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mario, Stillwater

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a great experience. I felt totally safe as a single woman traveling alone. Amazing location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

DIRCE

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I felt safe as a single woman traveling on my own.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I booked for completely the wrong date, Femke at the Hostel rearranged this for me before I arrived dx and was incredibly helpful!! My trip could go on thanks the helpful customer service here. The facilities were very clean and staff very friendly. Perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

André

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view from the rooms is excellent, amenities are great, bar has a wide selection of options, literally smack dab in the middle of the best part of Ghent. Will stay here again of I ever return to Ghent
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

HSIN HUA

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

10/10 Excellent

Carly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Felt very safe as a solo female traveller, loved the area/perfect location for exploring
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay and pleasantly surprised by the amenities!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Krutika

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

10/10 Excellent

Zohaib

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Eriko

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The place was very nice and position is very good. The rooms appeared to be a little less cozy that what I guess from pictures but still ok. I was unlucky with the weather, so I was missing some furniture in the room to put my wet clothes to dry (like coat stand or something like that).
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Mabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful place to stay

Amazing location, clean, great staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Viee

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jojo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and helpful staff. Bar closed around 10.30pm which was surprisingly early.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019