Ghent River Hotel

Ghent River Hotel

Ghent River Hotel General Description

Spend your vacation at the Ghent River Hotel and experience the history in it that dates back to 1518. You will feel surprisingly at home in the warm and charming colors that envelope our rooms and the modern facilities we offer.Ghent River Hotel is situated on the right bank of the Leie, which is beaconed the Ghent boarder between the 11th and 15th century. Thanks to the ancient pier, Ghent River Hotel is the only hotel that can be reached by boat. The site encompasses 2 buildings: a renaissance house, dated 1518 and a rice-mill built on a burnt down sugar refinery, dated 1857. The building also served as a cotton spinning-mill (1873), a warehouse (1879) and a steam actuated bakery (1892). The latter expanded several times until 1909. In front of the hotel you come across a small square which is served as thread (yarn) market in the middle Ages and the 19th century. Next to the hotel we meet one of the typical medieval ?waterstraatjes?. After a few minutes walk, you meet the ?vrijdagsmarkt? with the statue of Jacob van Artevelde.The personalized rooms are provided with all modern facilitiesIndividual adjustable heating, cable TV with remote control, direct dial telephone, fast internet access, safe, and complete equipped bathroom with fan.You will surprisingly feel at home in the warm and charming colors.The Ghent-River Hotel has also created a cozy bar for you.Stop by and try some local and national drinks!Concerning meetings and gatherings, please review these interesting deals:A few footsteps away from the Kouter, the Veldstraat (shopping street), musea, the opera, the Palace of Justice and the historical city (with the Sint-Baafs Cathedral, the Sint-Pieters Cathedral and the Belfort (Belfry).Ghent is the ideal starting point for organizing your city tours, because of her central situation between Brussels, Antwerp and Bruges.

Ghent River Hotel Overview

Perfect for guests seeking a comfortable base during their stay in Ghent, this modern hotel is located in the centre of the city and combines an old exterior with modern decorations. Just a short walk from attractions such as Friday Market and the Toreken, the Ghent River Hotel is the only hotel in Ghent that’s accessible by boat. In addition, it features an underground car park at a nearby location. Spend the day exploring the city’s sights or making the most of the Ghent River’s facilities. The sauna is the ideal spot to relax in style after a workout in the fitness room or a conference at the hotel. Both the spacious guest rooms and the guest lounge feature internet access, making the River Hotel a great choice for business and leisure travellers alike. Breakfast is served buffet-style in the tasteful dining room, which boasts panoramic views of Ghent.

City centre

Ghent River Hotel is situated on the right bank of the Leie, which beaconed the Ghent border between the 11th and 15th century. Thanks to the ancient pier, Ghent River Hotel is the only hotel that can be reached by boat. In our charming panoramic breakfast room, we spoil you with a rich and varied breakfast buffet from 07.00 to 10.00. In the afternoon and evening you are always welcome in one of the cosy and delicious restaurants near to the hotel. The stylish drawing room and carriage gateway for your receptions, cocktail parties or exhibitions. The hotel is situated at the Fridaymarket in the middle of the old town centre. In the immediate surroundings you will find the famous three churches, the Castle of Counts and the Graslei.

Deluxe room-One double or two twin beds. Warm decor. Air conditioning, minibar, satellite television, direct-dial phone, high-speed Internet connection, complimentary newspaper, safe. Bathroom with hair dryer and bathrobes. Standard twin/double room-One double or two twin beds. Warm decor. Air conditioning, minibar, satellite television, direct-dial phone, high-speed Internet connection, complimentary newspaper, safe. Bathroom with hair dryer and bathrobes.

Sauna, Fitness Centre