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Ghent River Hotel

Property class: 4

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A modern interior with a glass-walled circular staircase, a hanging light fixture, and a view of the cityscape.
A buffet area with various food options, a no smoking sign, and a flower arrangement.
A cozy living room with a black leather sofa, a wooden coffee table with a vase of flowers, and a television on a wooden cabinet.
An outdoor patio with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a brick wall.
A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a small table, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Gym
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
The current price is NZ$248
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov

Explore the area

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Waaistraat 5, Ghent, 9000
  • Place, Gravensteen Castle
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Ghent Town Hall
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Ghent Christmas Market
    ‪8 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Premium Double or Twin Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden nightstand, a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Premium Double or Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Premium Double or Twin Room, Canal View

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Premium Double or Twin Room, Canal View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Canal view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Premium Triple Room

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, a small table, and a picture on the wall.

Premium Triple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Family Triple Room, Canal View

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a mirror.

Family Triple Room, Canal View

  • Canal view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Family Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom

A hotel room with a double bed, two bedside lamps, a wooden headboard, and a red throw blanket.

Family Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom

  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Premium Suite

A room with a four-poster bed, a sofa, a television, and a fireplace.

Premium Suite

  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free wired internet

Budget Room - Twin/Double

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

Standard Room - Twin/Double

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

Standard Premium Room - Twin/Double

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

Standard Premium River Room - Twin/Double

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

Deluxe River Room - Twin/Double

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

Standard Premium 3 Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free wired internet

Family 3 Room

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free wired internet

Family 4 Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free wired internet

Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double or Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Canal View

A hotel room with exposed wooden beams, brick walls, a large bed with red bedding, a desk with a chair, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Canal View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Canal view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free wired internet

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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 House of Alijn. 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 Langemunt Shopping Center and St. James' Church.

What's nearby

  • Gravensteen Castle - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Ghent Town Hall - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Korenmarkt Square - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ghent Christmas Market - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Saint Bavo Cathedral - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Café 't Kanon - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Cassis - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪'t Vrijdags Gevoel - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Café De Welkom - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sabor a Buenos Aires - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Ghent River Hotel

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 accommodations with a safe and free newspapers. 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. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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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

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

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

  • Limited room service

More

  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

  • Diners Club
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

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

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 4.40 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 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.

Property class

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 20 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ghent River Hotel on 2 Nov 2026 start from NZ$248, 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. 307 out of 861 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 388 out of 861 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 122 out of 861 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 861 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 861 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were clean and the staff was friendly. The hotel is in a quiet location and yet only steps away from the centre and all popular spots.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was wonderful! Location, facilities, service! Not a complaint at all! Our room was amazing! The check in went without any problems, even had our room ready early before we even asked! She recommended restaurants, showed us on a map where to find everything! So friendly and helpful! Wonderful room and charming facility.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room and staf and Gent is a very nice place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Bedding was exceptional, reception extremely friendly, helpful and efficient. Gym equipment a bit tired. Overall will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel room was modern with excellent shower in the bathroom The gym and sauna have not been renovated and the gym equipment works but is old and limited with only one pair of dumbbells with a small selection of weights to go on them Very central to the old town and lots of restaurants, only 5 minutes walk or less
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and safe hotel for tourists.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a brilliant hotel - modern yet historic and very central
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

6/10 Okay

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

8/10 Good

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

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful hotel, located near the center.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location with sight seeing spots all around. Would recommend this accommodation to anyone staying in Ghent.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Staff was rude when we arrived. Cool old room but the floors were noisy, so it was not ideal for kids. No hot water at all when getting ready one day. God breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, very good service, good location - value for money
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
We expected a great experience from our stay, but left underwhelmed The location is great The room is original and nice and breakfast was good What was underwhelming? The bar was behind the reception desk, not a nice and relaxing feel The shower soap was empty after one shower When visiting the toilet, it was to cramp for my wife, let alone me, a very average height person River view, yes, if you try and are tall Toilet smelled as it took odor of other toilets in the hotel Lights in bathroom are poor and there is no air circulation in the bathroom The clothes closet in the room is rather hard to open and close And when we left and they asked how did you enjoy your stay, our answer was, underwhelming Their response, ah yeah
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026