HOTEL CATHEDRAL GENT CENTRUM, Ghent – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms & Accommodations
Hotel Cathedral offers standard rooms, standard rooms with sitting areas, comfort rooms, and a duplex room. All rooms include air conditioning, a private bathroom with shower, toilet, and hairdryer, a flat-screen TV with international channels, a desk, and free Wi-Fi. Comfort rooms and the duplex add a sitting area with sofa, coffee table, and coffee/tea making facilities. Some rooms in the annex building have an external private bathroom in the hallway. The duplex room spans two floors and can accommodate up to 5 people.
Dining & On-Site
A continental breakfast buffet is available for €17 per person. The hotel features an honesty bar where guests can serve themselves soft drinks, alcoholic beverages, and chocolate bars. The main bar is open Monday to Saturday from 2 PM to 6 PM. The hotel is located near numerous restaurants and cafes in the city center, such as Restaurant La Provence, which offers a luxury BBQ during the Gentse Feesten.
Location & Access
The hotel is located at Sint-Jacobsnieuwstraat 87, 400 meters from the historic center of Ghent. It is a 200-meter walk from Saint Bavo's Cathedral (home to the Ghent Altarpiece) and the famous three towers. Ghent-Dampoort station is 1 km away. The hotel has a private parking lot available for €20 per day (reservation required). The city center is a low-emission zone; guests can check their vehicle's access on lez.gent.be.
Services & Facilities
Front desk hours are Sunday from 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The hotel offers bicycle rental from €13 per day (€150 deposit required) and provides free cycling maps for exploring the city. A meeting room is available for up to 10 people, equipped with a large screen for presentations; a flipchart can be rented for €10. Coffee/tea service for meetings costs €11 per person.
Local Experiences
The hotel is a base for exploring Ghent's attractions, including the Gravensteen castle, 15 museums, boat trips on the Leie River, and the oldest Beguinage in Europe. It is close to shopping boutiques and major events like the Ghent Festival of Flanders, Gent Jazz Festival, and the Gentse Feesten. The CityCard Ghent provides access to top attractions and public transport. The hotel offers packages that include stays with fries from Friteshop Filip, waffles, and cycling tours.
Must-do experiences
- Visit Gravensteen Castle to admire medieval architecture and history.
- Try the famous waterzooi at Bistro B 't Hof van Parys nearby.
- Explore the vibrant Patershol district for its charming streets and cafes.
- Don't miss the STAM Museum for a deep dive into Ghent's history.
- Join the Saturday market at Sint-Jacobs for fresh local produce.
Choose the Room
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- On-site car park
- Safe deposit box
- VIP check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Vending machines
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Cycling
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Housekeeping
Dining
- Packed lunches
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Tea and coffee facilities
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor