Ghent River Hotel

4 stars
Waaistraat 5, Ghent 9000, Belgium
Ghent, Belgium
+32 9266 1010
8.0
Very good
based on 4165 reviews
4,165 reviews
Sat 28/3
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Sun 29/3
1 room, 2 guests
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C$ 167
/Cheapest rate per night
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Nightly total
Double room
C$ 167
Executive room
C$ 173
Standard Room
C$ 187
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Overview

Situated within walking distance of Gent-Dampoort Railway Station, Ghent River Hotel offers guests a convenient base when visiting Ghent. It is set in the area's vibrant nightlife district, just a short walk from Huis van Alijn.

There are a variety of amenities on offer to guests of Ghent River, such as an express check-in and check-out feature, free Wi-Fi and a sauna. The front desk operates around the clock and the friendly staff can recommend sights to visit and provide other tourist information.

All rooms are air conditioned and equipped with a shower, a mini bar and a hair dryer.

Ghent River Hotel offers an on-site bar, where guests are invited to enjoy a drink either indoors or alfresco on the outdoor terrace. Room service is also offered at certain times.

Set in Ghent City Centre, River Hotel is an ideal base with Saint Bavo Cathedral, Gravensteen and Belfry of Ghent all accessible on foot. Guests can also visit Vlaamse Opera.

8.0
Very good rating
Based on 4,165 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Ghent River Hotel

Sat 28/3
-
Sun 29/3
Double room
1 twin bed
C$ 167
nightly with fees
Standard Room
bed type unknown
C$ 187
nightly with fees
Luxury Room
bed type unknown
C$ 215
nightly with fees
Executive room
bed type unknown
C$ 173
nightly with fees
Deluxe room
bed type unknown
C$ 296
nightly with fees
Superior Room
bed type unknown
C$ 223
nightly with fees
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Amenities at Ghent River Hotel

  • Fitness centre
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Business centre
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Packed lunches
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Kettle
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Coffee machine

Services and conveniences

  • Conference rooms
  • Business centre
  • Wake-up service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • 24hr front desk

Accessibility and suitability

  • Disabled Access
  • Elevator
  • Accessible by elevator
  • Allergy-free room
  • No smoking
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Designated smoking area

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

General

  • Family rooms
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Slippers
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Storage available

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • First-aid kit
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Garden

Bedroom

  • Extra-long beds (> 2 metres)
  • Wardrobe or closet

Things to do

  • Bicycle rental
  • Windsurfing

Spa

  • Spa
  • Sauna

Workspace

  • Desk

Family friendly

  • Cribs available

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews of Ghent River Hotel

8.0
Very good
4165 verified ratings
Wonderful
1315
Very good
1045
Good
875
Okay
384
Fair
315
Mediocre
134
Poor
97

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's prime location and spacious rooms, often highlighting the cleanliness and amenities positively. However, many expressed dissatisfaction with the cleanliness standards and felt that the value for money was lacking, especially given the high prices and some misleading advertising.
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Location9.5 out of 10
Cleanliness2 out of 10
Value for Price1.5 out of 10
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4.8
Mediocre
Frank, Feb 2020
Pros (+) Location
Cons (-) I cannot recommend this hotel. Firstly, upon arriving at the hotel, I was ignored by the reception person. I waited at the front desk for nearly 5 minutes before I was acknowledged. The clerk was alone and on a phone call. He did not even look up from his position to acknowledge that I even existed. When he finally hung up, he was curt and cold to us as if I was bothering him. Granted, everyone ha...
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Location

Waaistraat 5, Ghent 9000

What's nearby

  • Het Huis van Alijn166 m
  • Gravensteen367 m
  • Korenmarkt Square0.5 km
  • Sint-Niklaaskerk0.5 km
  • Belfry of Ghent0.5 km
  • Saint Bavo Cathedral0.6 km
  • Ghent City Centre0.7 km
  • Portus Ganda0.7 km
  • Vlaamse Opera1 km
  • Capitole1.2 km
  • Ghent University1.4 km
  • Our-Lady Ter Hooyen1.5 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Ghent River Hotel

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June
December
C$ 217
C$ 405
Cheapest month to stay with an average 29% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 45% rise in price.
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When to book a room at Ghent River Hotel

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Ghent River Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Ghent River Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in June and November.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Ghent River Hotel, plan to stay on a Tuesday or Sunday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • How long should you stay at Ghent River Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.

FAQs when booking at Ghent River Hotel

  • Where is Ghent River Hotel located?

    Ghent River Hotel is located at Waaistraat 5 in Binnenstad, 1.1 km from the centre of Ghent. Het Huis van Alijn is the closest landmark to Ghent River Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Ghent River Hotel?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Ghent River Hotel.

  • Does Ghent River Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Ghent River Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Ghent River Hotel from the airport?

    Ghent River Hotel is 53.3 km from Antwerp Deurne. Ghent River Hotel is 55.9 km from Brussels Bruxelles-National.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Ghent River Hotel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Ghent River Hotel in Ghent and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Ghent River Hotel and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Ghent River Hotel.

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Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

7.7
1.1 km
Antwerp Deurne
53.3 km

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