HOTEL MONASTERIUM POORTACKERE GHENT, Ghent – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms & Amenities
Hotel Monasterium Poortackere offers 111 rooms in a renovated 13th-century monastery. Each room includes free WiFi, a seating area with a flat-screen TV, and coffee/tea facilities. Private bathrooms come with a bathtub or shower, a hairdryer, and complimentary toiletries. Some rooms overlook the Monastery Garden, and select rooms have a small terrace. Air conditioning is available in certain room types. Most standard rooms are accessible by elevator.
Dining & Drinks
Breakfast is served in the Kapittelzaal, the original monastery hall, with an extensive buffet. Guests can also enjoy breakfast in the inner garden during warmer months. The hotel's bar offers a selection of Belgian beers. Nearby restaurants include Dulle Griet and cafés around Korenmarkt, a 5-minute walk away.
Leisure & Activities
Guests can rent bicycles to explore Ghent or relax in the courtyard garden. The hotel has 13 meeting rooms for events. Barbecue grills are available for use, and dry cleaning/laundry services are provided.
Location & Transport
The hotel is in Ghent's city center, a 10-minute walk from the Belfry, St. Bavo's Cathedral, and Gravensteen Castle. Shopping streets like Veldstraat and Lange Munt are nearby. Gent-Sint-Pieters Train Station, 2 km away, connects to major Belgian cities. A tram stop at the end of the street provides easy access to the station.
Services & Safety
The hotel has a business center, complimentary newspapers, and tour/ticket assistance. Safety features include a fire extinguisher, smoke detector, security system, and first aid kit. A spacious parking lot with charging points for electric cars is available.
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- On-site car park
- Handicap parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Smoke detectors
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Fire extinguishers
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Dressing area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Guest Ratings & Reviews
I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! The location is unbeatable, right in the heart of the city and close to everything you'd want to see by walking. The rooms were spacious and modern, complete with a large bathroom and comfortable twin bedroom. The service was top-notch, with the staff being incredibly hospitable and welcoming. However, the dining options were a bit limited, offering only Sicilian pastries. Despite this, the facilities were fantastic, particularly the well-maintained pool.
I have just had an incredible stay at this hotel! The rooms were clean and accessible for disabled visitors, although a bit in need of refurbishment. I loved the small kitchen and having a cozy couch in addition to the twin bedroom. The shower facilities were excellent and very easy to use.
I couldn't ask for a better location; it's right in the city center within walking distance of the old city center. The rooms are kept clean and spacious, with a lovely garden view. The staff is incredibly hospitable, but some dining options could be improved. Overall, it's a great value for money stay.
The hotel offers clean rooms with great facilities and excellent shower accessibility. Although a refurbishment may be needed, the presence of a cozy couch in the twin bedroom adds a nice touch. The service is top-notch, with accommodating staff and convenient amenities like dry cleaning and laundry. The location, nestled in a quiet area near the city center, provides easy access to all the attractions. Overall, the hotel presents a comfortable stay with some room for improvement in room renovations and dining variety.
The hotel is wonderfully located in a quiet area close to the city center, set in a very old monastery. The rooms offer a beautiful view and are equipped with a little couch plus a twin bedroom. The shower facilities for disabled visitors are outstandingly accessible. The hospitality of the staff was exceptional, offering services like dry cleaning, housekeeping, laundry, and a welcome drink. The dining experience serves gourmet food. Though the hotel lacks some modern facilities, the overall stay was comfortable and enjoyable with excellent service.
I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! The rooms were so cozy and clean, and the shower facilities were top-notch, making it super accessible for disabled visitors. The little couch in the twin bedroom was a nice touch. The service was exceptional, with the staff being so hospitable and taking care of everything from dry cleaning to a lovely welcome drink. The location was perfect, right in the center of the city, making it easy to explore all the attractions. The dining experience offered delicious homemade products that added a special touch to my stay. The facilities were excellent, and I had such a great time enjoying everything this hotel had to offer.
Staying at this hotel was an absolute delight. The room was comfortable and clean, and the staff was incredibly welcoming. However, the dining experience was lacking variety. The location was perfect, very close to the city center attractions. The price offered great value for money, highlighting a minor issue with the Wi-Fi not being complimentary.
I had a fantastic stay at this hotel. The rooms were incredibly accessible for disabled visitors, featured excellent shower facilities, and had convenient tea and coffee making facilities. The service was top-notch, with the hospitality of the staff shining through. The location was perfect, right in the city center near all attractions, letting me easily explore the historical monastery surroundings. The dining experience was delightful, especially the Bernese Fries. The facilities were great, offering everything I needed for a comfortable stay.
My stay at the hotel was fantastic! The rooms were clean and comfortable, and the staff were incredibly friendly. The location was perfect, close to the city center and within walking distance of all attractions. However, the dining options were a bit limited. The facilities were well-kept and enjoyable, making it a great value for the price.
The hotel offers excellent shower facilities that are very accessible with a beautiful view and great facilities. The rooms come with a small kitchen, which is a convenient addition. The staff is hospitable and provides dry cleaning, housekeeping, laundry, and a welcoming drink. However, the dining options are limited to crisp salads. The location is in a quiet area close to the center, making it a peaceful retreat. Overall, a comfortable stay with friendly service.
My stay at the hotel was delightful. The room with a little couch for disabled visitors was spacious and had excellent shower facilities, making it very accessible. The hotel also provided great facilities and tea and coffee making facilities. However, the price could have been more reasonable for the value offered.
I had a pleasant stay at this hotel. The rooms were clean and equipped with a small kitchen, making it convenient. However, they could use some refurbishment. The shower facilities were excellent, and having tea and coffee making facilities was a nice touch. The service was top-notch with a hospitable staff offering dry cleaning, housekeeping, laundry services, and a welcoming drink. The location was perfect, right in the city center within easy reach of all attractions. The dining experience was satisfactory with a highlight on grilled seafood. Overall, a comfortable stay with some room for improvement.
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