Welcome to Ghent River Hotel

A historic gem on the banks of the River Lys

Nestled in the heart of Ghent, the Ghent River Hotel blends historic charm with modern comfort. Overlooking the River Lys, our hotel is a living piece of the city's rich past. From the exposed beams of a 16th-century home to traces of its industrial heritage as a former sugar and cotton mill, history is woven into every corner!

As part of the Historic Hotels Belgium collection, we take pride in offering a warm, welcoming atmosphere where heritage meets hospitality—inviting you to create your own unforgettable Ghent experience.

 

Check-in & Check-out

Check-in & Check-out

Check-in from
3 p.m.
Check-out before
11 a.m.

Parking

Parking

Parking 50 meters from the hotel.

Low emission zone

Low emission zone

Coming to Ghent by car? We are located in a Low Emission Zone so don't forget to register your vehicle here!

FAQs

Below you can find the frequently asked questions and corresponding answers. 

If your question still remains unanswered, feel free to ask our chatbot Velma, or contact us at info@ghent-river-hotel.be.

How can I make a reservation?

Reservations can be made directly through our website, by calling our reservations team, or via email. We recommend booking directly with us to receive the best rates and special offers.

Can I store my luggage at the hotel?

Secure luggage storage is available for all our guests for free before check-in and after check-out.

Do you have a fitness center?

Definitely, we have a gym!

• Open every day: 08:00 - 20:00
• No age restriction
• No time limit
• Access is free for our guests
• Our gym is not open to outside visitors.

Do you offer airport shuttle services?

We work with Taxi's, here are some approximate taxi fares and time ranges

• Brussels Airport (BRU) 150 EUR, 44mn.

• Charleroi Airport (CRL) 210 EUR, 70mn.

• Gent Train Station 25 EUR, 7mn.

• Gent Bus Station 30 EUR, 11mn.

• Royal Gallery of Saint Hubert 170 EUR, 45mn.

Do you have facilities for disabled guests?

Yes, the property is wheelchair friendly. Our wheelchair-accessible rooms are not equipped with a roll-in shower. At the end of the reservation form, there will be a “special request” box. Let us know that you require wheelchair accessible room and we will take care of the rest.

Is parking available at the hotel?

We are sorry, we don't have a parking lot.

The closest parking space:

Parking Vrijdagmarkt (P1)
• Vrijdagmarkt 1, 9000 Ghent
• +32 9 266 29 00
• 26 EUR/day

Do you have a restaurant or bar on-site?

We do not have a restaurant at Ghent River.

Take a look at our bar details below:

Bar: Lobby bar

  •  Smoking not allowed/ Wheelchair not accessible
  •  Open from 07:00 to 23:00
  •  Open 7/7 • Open to public
  •  Pets are not accepted in the bar
  • No food served
  • No age restriction
  • Free services: TV and Big screen

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