Ghent Getaway: Cozy Retreat for Two

Summary:
Located in central Ghent, this compact apartment is ideal for a simple and comfortable stay. It features an open layout with a sleeping area and a modern bathroom, covering all the essentials. While there’s no separate kitchen or bedroom, the prime location puts you close to cafes, restaurants, and cultural attractions. With historic sites and shops just a short walk away, it’s a convenient base for exploring the city. Plus, enjoy a complimentary coffee and pastry from the café downstairs.

The Space:
This well-organized studio provides a comfortable bed for two, a TV for relaxed evenings, and a record player to add a unique touch to your stay. The bathroom includes a shower and toilet, and with both AC and a thermostat, you can easily control the temperature for maximum comfort. While there’s no kitchen, a microwave is available in the shared space for heating up quick meals or snacks. The central location makes it easy to explore nearby cafes, restaurants, and cultural sites. Don’t forget to stop by the coffee bar downstairs, where you can enjoy a freshly brewed pot of coffee as a welcoming treat.

Guest Access:
Keep reading to find more inspiring details and start planning your trip to Ghent today

✓ Self Check-in: Enjoy checking in seamlessly with our keypad, along with customer service 18 hours a day, 7 days a week.

✓ Excellent Transport Links: The apartment is ideally situated with easy access to a well-connected transit network of trams and buses. A stop is just a 2-minute walk away, with nearby options like Gent Koophandelsplein only about 250 meters from the apartment.

The Neighborhood:
With so many historical, educational, and outdoor attractions, you will never be bored in this medieval city!

*History & Culture*

Make sure to reserve at least a few days to visit and learn more about Gent’s deep history and cultural landmarks! We recommend visiting top-rated Gravensteen attraction – a 10th century majestic castle built in a moat offering a stunning backdrop of the city. Why not also visit the historic city centre and admire the fascinating Gothic and Romanesque architecture? Saint Bavo’s Cathedral and Saint Nicholas’ Church are prominent examples of this architectural style, along with an intricately detailed interior. For art enthusiasts, the Museum voor Schone Kunsten (Museum of Fine Arts) is a must-see, containing thousands of exhibitions and preserved pieces of art from the late
Middle Ages all the way up to the first half of the 20th century. Other notable mentions include the Museum of Contemporary Art, Korenlei, and Kasteel van Ooidonk.

*Nature*

You will be spoiled for choice when it comes to all the natural attractions that Gent has to offer! On the outskirts of Gent lies the Bourgoyen-Ossemeersen Nature Preserve – covering 230 hectares of marshland, wetlands, farmlands, meadows, and canals as well as many species of birds. If you want to see more diverse plant life and biodiversity, head on over to the Ghent University Botanical Gardens. Here you will have the chance to discover over 10,000 plant species from all around the world! Need a break from the city? No problem – take a stroll down one of the many beautiful city parks, with Citadel Park, Muinkpark, and Koning Albert I Park being a stone’s throw away.

*Entertainment*

There are a multitude of high calibre performing art centres, concert halls, and live music venues for you to indulge in. Witness the grand spectacle of the Gent Symphony Orchestra at Opera Gent or listen to contemporary jazz at Bijloke Gent Music Centre. No matter your preference, you will certainly find a performance that fits your own personal taste. Go to the visitgent website to discover more.

Getting Around:
Supermarkets and Shopping:
• Carrefour Express Gent Nederkouter
• Albert Heijn Korenmarkt or Kouter
• Proxy Delhaize Poel
• Okay Direct
• Shopping centre ‘T Zuid
• Shopping centre The Post
• Dok-Noord Shopping Centre
• District Veldstraat/Korenmarkt

Restaurants and Bars (all rated 4.5 stars or above):
• Chapeluur
• Revue
• Het Spijker
• 50 fifty
• Frites atelier
• Julie’s House
• Barrazza café
• Mémé Gusta
• Ellis Gourmet Burger
• Bicho Malo
• Café ‘t Kanon
• Gigi

Sightseeing and Top-Rated Attractions:
• Gravensteen
• Korenlei
• Saint Bavo's Cathedral
• Saint Nicholas' Church
• Korenmarkt
• Industriemuseum Gent
• Kunsthal Gent
• Baudelopark

Other Things to Note:
Important Note: Please be aware that the stairwell is narrow and steep and does not have an elevator, making it less suitable for very large suitcases.
During your stay, you are entitled to a complimentary coffee and pastry from the café downstairs.

Interaction with Guests:
I am always available to answer any questions by text or call at all times.