Visit Ghent

Ghent

The City of King Charles of Spain

Ghent is a quintessential element to understand the history of Belgium. In medieval times, Ghent, together with Bruges, was the pivotal economical and cultural city in the County of Flanders. Belgians often speak of the Artevelde city. Johan van Artevelde was an important 15th century reactionary in Ghent and Flanders . His statue is situated on the big Friday Square in the historical heart of Ghent. About 100 years later, Charles V was born in the Prinsenhof district. Charles V was Holy Roman Emperor and the first King Charles of Spain. Today, Ghent is famous for its numerous events all year long. High point is the annual ‘Gentse Feesten’. A ten day festival outdoor and indoor in the whole city of Ghent, visited every year by 2 million people.

Ghent is not as known as Bruges, but in fact that is an advantage for the tourists. Ghent, unlike Bruges, is never overcrowded with tourists. Consequently, it is always possible to quietly saunter the uncountable cosy alleys and squares of Ghent. There are all sorts of hotels Ghent. In fact, it is a must to spend the night in Ghent, as a night out in the city’s dazzling entertainment centre is one you’ll never forget. It is advisable to book a hotel in Ghent in advance.

Hotel accommodation in Ghent

There is a wide range of hotels in Gent: international hotels or family minded accomodations, there is something for everybody. Generally, the hotels in Gent are located in the city centre, from where all main sights are withing walking distance

There are some very nice hotels in Ghent, e.g. the the Hotel Cour Saint Georges, that overlooks the majestic City Hall of Ghent.Hotel de Flandre in Ghent. It is an authentic gentlemen’s house in the historic centre dating back to the 19th century. These accomodations offer the same charm as most of the hotels in Bruges.

Want to spend the night in Ghent or Bruges?

Hotels in Bruges

Hotel Fevery is a cosy family hotel. Hotel Fevery is situated in the heart of Bruges, within walking distance from the numerous canals and the market place. There is free WiFi and parking at charge for all visitors of Hotel Fevery.

Hotel Jan Brito Bruges is a 16th century mansion, which doesn’t count solely for the frontage of the hotel. Hotel Jan Brito is located in a peaceful neighbourhood of the city, just 200 metres away from the Grand Place. The hotelrooms are equipped with bathroom, hairdrier, tv, telephone. Hotel Jan Brito has a beatiful renaissance garden with an old beech tree.

Hotels in Ghent

Ghent River Hotel looks out over the Lys, which used to be the border of Ghent in the Middle Ages. River Hotel Gent can be reached by boat, which is quite a unique feature for a hotel in Ghent. The Ghent River Hotel offers fax, photocopy and WiFi at charge, laundry services and room service.

Hotel Gravensteen Gent is located nearby the massive Castle of Counts. If you are looking for a relaxed citytrip, Hotel Gravensteen will be an ideal acommodation. Visitors of Hotel Gravensteen are offered private parking space, WiFi, bar, sauna and fitness accomodations.

Hotel Chamade is a hotel that suits businessmen and leisure people. Being close to both St. Pieters railway station and the city’s historical heart, Hotel Chamade is a very practical accomodation for its visitors. All hotelrooms in Hotel Chamade are fully equipped with tv, telephone, minibar and bathroom.