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About the Hotel

Waaistraat 5, Ghent, Belgium, 9000
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Close to the historic old town
Great
8.1
8.3
/10
4.2
3.8
/5

Offering a sauna, a sundeck, and a shared lounge, Ghent River Hotel is located within 500 metres of the Great Butchers' Hall in a shopping district. Boasting a location in the very heart of the city and a fitness studio on-site, this hotel has a lounge bar.

Location

Guests may find the Saint Michael's Bridge only steps away from the perfect hotel, while the Graffiti Street is a 6-minute walk away. The River is also 1.1 km from Achtervisserij.

Guests might as well enjoy proximity to Willem De Beer park, situated 5 minutes' stroll away. This property lies in proximity to the Graslei.

Gent Ottogracht bus stop is within a 300-metre distance of the 4-star hotel and within 1 km of is enough to get to Train Ghent-Dampoort train station.

Rooms

The River Ghent features 94 rooms with a mini fridge bar, coffee and tea makers, and such comforts as climate control. The rooms at this charming property feature carpeted floors. Staying at the smoke-free hotel, guests can enjoy views of the lake.

Eat & Drink

Breakfast is served in the reception area each morning. The cosy bar is also available. The restaurant Soup Lounge is situated in close proximity to this Ghent hotel.

Leisure & Business

There is a conference space and a business centre available for corporate travellers.

Must-do experiences

  • Stroll through the historic Gravensteen Castle for medieval insights.
  • Savor the local dish 'waterzooi' at Restaurant De Graslei.
  • Visit the STAM museum for engaging exhibits on Ghent's history.
  • Explore the vibrant Friday Market for unique local finds.
  • Catch a concert at the iconic Music Center De Bijloke.
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Ghent River Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Deluxe Double or Twin Room
2 persons
325 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Coffee machine
Heating
Standard Double or Twin Room
2 persons
220 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Executive Double or Twin Room
2 persons
270 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Coffee machine
Heating
Deluxe King Suite
2 persons
435 sq. feet 
2 Single beds or 1 Queen-size bed
Coffee machine
Heating
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Facilities

Ghent River Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.1/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

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 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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Ghent River Hotel Location

Waaistraat 5, Ghent, Belgium, 9000
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Waaistraat 5, Ghent, Belgium, 9000
Nearby
Sint-Veerleplein 11
Gravensteen
1400 ft
Square
Korenmarkt
1900 ft
Grootkanonplein 5
Dulle Griet
700 ft
Academiestraat 1
Augustinian Monastery
1400 ft
Ghent City Center
2000 ft
Werregarenstraat
Graffiti Street
1500 ft
Museum
Ghent Museum of Industrial Archeology and Textiles
1400 ft
Church
St James' Church
800 ft
Museum
The House of Alijn
900 ft
Vrijdagmarkt
Vrijdagmarkt
800 ft
Public Building
Ghent City Hall
1800 ft
Historic Site
Great Butchers' Hall
1600 ft
Botermarkt 17
Mammelokker
1600 ft
Restaurants
Himalaya Restaurant
900 ft
Oudburg 1
Osteria Al Sikulo
200 ft
Waaistraat 14
Prince
1000 ft
Oudburg 58
't Klokhuys
900 ft
65 Corduwaniersstraat
Ankara
1000 ft
Oudburg 42
Babbelut
400 ft
Vrijdagmarkt 15
ABA-jour
800 ft
20 Oudburg
Panda
800 ft
38 Oudburg
De Acht Zaligheden
700 ft
Oudburg 4
Sushi Palace Gent
1100 ft
Oudburg 37
Brasserie De Jacob
400 ft
Vrijdagsmarkt 16
Getting around
City Centre
Ghent6 min  ·  1700 ft
Airports
Deurne (ANR)92 min  ·  38.0 mi
Ostend-Bruges (OST)102 min  ·  42.3 mi
Train
Trainstation Ghent-Dampoort14 min  ·  3700 ft
Train Station Sint-Pieters Ghent32 min  ·  1.6 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
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
Year renovated:
2011
Number of floors:
4
Number of rooms:
94

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Ghent River Hotel from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 897 verified reviews
7.9/10
Very good
83%
Recommend
Breakfast
8.5/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Comfort
8.5/10
Facilities
8.1/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.3/10
Location
9.3/10
Paid Wi-Fi
6.9/10
Staff
8.4/10
Value for money
7.7/10
Guest reviews
based on 2396 reviews
8.1/10
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