About this property
Set 800 metres 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 700 metres away and Sint-Pietersstation Gent is 2.6 km from this boat. It is 55 km to Brussels Airport.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Terrace
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Fiona
Australia“Unique experience with wonderful hospitality . Only a short walk to the town centre Host Sven and his hospitality” - Celest
Netherlands“Amazing small hotel on the boat, so not busy with a lot of people. Has everything you need for the stay. Breakfast was very nice, location is also great as its away from busy touristy areas. Owner is very welcoming and helpful. Had e really great,...” - Jill
United Kingdom“Unique hotel on the river. Lots of space and lovely terrace. Sweet dining room. Amazing owner/host and nothing too much trouble. Very helpful and offered guides, map and suggestions. Great breakfast.” 
Sasa_j
Slovenia“Excellent location, hotel. Sven the ovner was very frendly host. Breakfest was also very good.”- Andrew United Kingdom“The Boatel location and uniqueness make it stand out. The rooms and all areas of the boatel where clean, smart and relaxing. Breakfast was amazing. It was quiet. Comfy bed. Check in was easy. Walk to main areas of town was about 5-10 minutes and...”
- Holly United Kingdom“Lovely spacious clean room, and it was a great experience staying on a boat (with a fab communal roof terrace)! Wonderful breakfast, and Captain Sven was a brilliant host :-)”
- Erwan United Kingdom“Very friendly host, great continental breakfast, great recommendations for a City Tour”
- Eric
Belgium“Sven is a perfect host who makes you feel at home in the beautiful city of Gent. The breakfast is excellent and very varied. We shall certainly be back” - Doug United Kingdom“Very peaceful setting. Sven was relaxed and amusing. Breakfast was good. Location was also good, about 10 mins walk into main centre.”
- Mark United Kingdom“Fantastic stay on the water in Ghent. Super comfy beds. Lovely breakfast with fresh bread and pastries. Captain Sven is an amazing host, super friendly and helpful. Highly recommend. We will definitely be back. Thank you”
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House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
Please inform Hotel The Boatel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
