In the heart of Ghent City Centre, Ghent River Hotel offers a luxurious retreat. Unwind in the sauna or work out at the gym, then catch up with colleagues at the business center. With free in-room WiFi and a helpful staff that has left lasting impressions on previous guests.
Located near a train station, Ghent River Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Ghent. You can relax at the sauna, work out at the fitness center, or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
77 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in/out available
Check-out time is 11 AM
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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
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
No onsite parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–10 AM
Bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)
What to do
Bicycle rentals nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Water skiing nearby
Scooter/moped rentals nearby
Working away
Business center
Meeting room
Conference space (753 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
Television in common areas
Fitness center
Sauna
Reception hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Minibar
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Rainfall showerhead
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Free WiFi and wired internet
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
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.
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 22 per person
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Diners Club
National rating
Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Belgium. This property is rated 4 stars.
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
Does Ghent River Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Ghent River Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Ghent River Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Ghent River Hotel?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Ghent River Hotel.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Ghent River Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Ghent River Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, jet skiing, and water skiing. Enjoy amenities like a sauna and a fitness center.
What's the area around Ghent River Hotel like?
Ghent River Hotel is located by the river in Ghent City Centre, a short 3-minute walk from Friday Market Square and 6 minutes' walk from Gravensteen Castle.
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Reviews
Ghent River Hotel Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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8.6
Cleanliness
9.0
Location
8.2
Staff & service
8.2
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was well-priced and very good. (6 reviews)
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Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 30, 2026
Bedding was exceptional, reception extremely friendly, helpful and efficient. Gym equipment a bit tired. Overall will definitely stay there again.
Gert
Gert, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 5, 2025
Nice and safe hotel for tourists.
Charussanan
Charussanan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 9, 2025
This is a brilliant hotel - modern yet historic and very central
David
David, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jun 5, 2024
Friendly staff and a nice room.
Derek
Derek, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 22, 2024
Nice place to stay. Excellent breakfast.
Good accommodations and very gentle service.
eduardo
eduardo, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 4, 2024
I like the area of the hotel, the quietness of the hotel and the staff hospitality.
Benyhamer
Benyhamer, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 29, 2025
Clean and tidy hotel in a great position.
Public parking close by.
Staff didn't seem interested in supporting with your queries
Colin
Colin, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 10, 2024
Very central hotel, very clean staff were lovely and helpful. Would definitely stay here again, rooms cleaned every day! Can’t fault it at all
Marion Lorraine
Marion Lorraine, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 10, 2024
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.
Keith
Keith, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 16, 2023
Excellent location for visiting old as tea in Ghent, Belgium. Staff were very friendly and helpful.!
James
James, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 19, 2024
Friendly staff, nice rooms, comfortable bed, good breakfast. What’s not to like!
Tracey
Tracey, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 31, 2024
Great location, but tucked back a block so was very quiet, even with a big festival going on. Staff was friendly and helpful - would recommend :)
Jennifer
Jennifer, 3-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Jun 20, 2024
Location is great. However, it is possible to hear everything on the room nearby.
Luiz
Luiz, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 22, 2023
The hotel is clean, comfy, and reasonably priced with an excellent location. I can see the Ghent River from my room and access St Bavo's Cathedral within walking distance without the hustle and bustle. The staff is friendly and very accommodating on late check-ins and early check-outs.
Rong
Rong, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 25, 2023
Ghent
The room was fabulous!! Right along the river!! So beautiful. The breakfast was amazing and well priced. The staff was very courteous and helpful.
Tracy
Tracy, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
May 11, 2024
Convenient location, bit dated vs the photos, air con wasn’t working properly so very warm night
Jen
Jen, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 13, 2024
My room was underneath the restaurant and so rather noisy. Great location in an old building so you have to make allowances
PAUL
PAUL, 3-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Oct 28, 2024
Outdated interior and old, smelly wall-to-wall carpets, gym (fitness room) is a tiny and narrow room squeezed with some equipment, barely space to use anything.
Breakfast is ok, good standard. Staff is friendly.
Wolfgang
Wolfgang, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 29, 2023
Good location.
A/C isn’t working good looks are program to turn off after few hours
ADEMAR
ADEMAR, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Nov 6, 2024
Central location
Our room was upgraded to a suit in the old part of the hotel. The room was very spacious but quite dark.
Check in was a challenge as although we had booked a B&B rate reception was adamant that our booking was room only. Luckily the app showed breakfast was included and they eventually accepted it.
Breakfast had a good selection but was very busy.
The hotel has a central location
Nice big bathroom
Simon
Simon, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 15, 2026
Great room and staf and Gent is a very nice place
Frits
Frits, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 13, 2023
Nice place to stay in Ghent.
Steve
Steve, 4-night trip
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6/10 Good
Oct 24, 2024
Convenient to river and lots of restaurants nearby