Set 2625 feet from St Bavo's Cathedral, Hotel The Boatel is located in Ghent. Free WiFi access is available in this boat. Featuring a shower cabin, the private bathroom also comes with free toiletries. All rooms offer a river view. At Hotel The Boatel you will find a terrace. Outdoor activities in the surrounding area include cycling. Ghent Christmas Market is 2297 feet away and Sint-Pietersstation Gent is 1.6 mi from this boat. It is 34 mi to Brussels Airport.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Ghent, this property has an excellent location score of 9.6!

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
1 king bed
1 king bed
1 twin bed
and
1 king bed
1 twin bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.6
Free Wifi
9.2

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Jeremiah
    Spain Spain
    Evertthing was comfortable. Great stay. Delicious breakfast. Nearby public parking lot was inexpensive and convenient.
  • Isa
    United States of America United States of America
    Very unique experience and wonderful host who went above and beyond to make this a memorable experience
  • Robert
    United States of America United States of America
    I have stayed in many hotels, and they become a blur in my memory. If you're looking for an unforgettable experience, then this is it! Great location!
  • Derek
    United States of America United States of America
    First and foremost Sven was a great host. Easy to communicate with and quick responses. When we got there he took the time to show us a map and some of his recommended spots. Really centrally located, comfortable bed, great sleep, breakfast was...
  • Margaret
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely peaceful location, short stroll to the city center.
  • Daniel
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The quiet location, the water fowl passing the window, the friendly Captain, the smart facilities, the great breakfast including freshly cooked eggs. Probably the most comfortable bed I've slept in whilst away from home. The sun deck! The pretty...
  • Marcel
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Nice room and facilities, nice location, and being on the water is fun. The host is a nice sociable man who will tell you all you wish to know about the area and about entertainment options.
  • David
    United States of America United States of America
    The room and bathroom were bigger than I expected on a boat. The bed was very comfortable. The location was a bit away from the city center, but we could walk there within 10 minutes.
  • Sarah
    United States of America United States of America
    Excellent host!Very resourceful and accommodating. Great location! Great breakfast!
  • David
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Great breakfast and Sven was friendly and helpful.

Area info

Amenities of Hotel The Boatel
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular amenities

  • Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Terrace

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet

View

  • River view
  • Landmark view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and costs € 18 per day.

  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking

Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Wake-up service
  • Ironing service

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • Safe

General

  • Smoke-free property
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Soundproof
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Non-smoking rooms

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Languages Spoken

  • German
  • English
  • French
  • Dutch

House rules
Hotel The Boatel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 12:00 PM to 10:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardMaestroCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Hotel The Boatel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

FAQs about Hotel The Boatel

  • Guests staying at Hotel The Boatel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.7).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
  • Check-in at Hotel The Boatel is from 12:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Hotel The Boatel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • The prices at Hotel The Boatel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Hotel The Boatel is 2,450 feet from the center of Ghent. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.