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“A characterful and good value hotel offers a range of rooms, in a Neo-Gothic monastery. Multiple beds in some rooms as well as a number of awe inducing venue halls set in the old church, make this an ideal choice for groups or families. Well positioned near the historic centre.”

Hotel review

On an unremarkable street close to the historic city centre, PoortAkere describes itself as a hotel/guesthouse and offers a fantastic range of rooms of various sizes and prices, all quirkily converted within a former monastery, parts of which date back to the 13th century. Of the different parts that now have guest rooms, the Slot, once the nuns’ sleeping quarters, has some of the most comfortable. The former Chaplain house contains more basic accommodation, which is reflected in the room prices; breakfast is not included. The hotel runs special offers for children under 15, and on-site parking spaces are available for an extra charge, but cannot be reserved in advance.

Minna Sharpe Review published: 13/07/2012

Recommended for

  • Local exploring

    • Located in a historic building in the heart of the medieval town, perfect for soaking up Ghent's rich history
  • Families

    • There is a great value dorm style option or family suites which can sleep up to six
  • Historic

    • The building was originally a neo-Gothic monastery built in the mid 19th century
  • City Style

    • Historic monastery on the outside, chic modern designer finish on the inside
  • Close to nightlife

    • Make the most of Ghent's nightlife — start off with a drink at the bar, then explore the bars and restuarants in the area
  • Local markets

    • Make sure you do some shopping in the Veldstraat and Brabantdam districts, walking distance from the hotel.
  • Cycling

    • Ask at the hotel about renting bikes, a wonderful way to get around the city
  • Sights nearby

    • An easy walk to Monastery of the Carmelite Fathers and St. Michael's Bridge.
  • No restaurant

    • Breakfast is served daily
  • Family Suites

  • Full of character

  • Less £

  • Quirky

  • Conference facilities

  • Downtown

  • Free wifi

  • Traditional

  • Disabled access

  • Child friendly

Facilities

  • Private dining room

    Dinners can be arranged for groups of 16 or over
  • Parking

    Parking on site at EUR 15 per day
  • No restaurant

    Breakfast is served daily
  • No pets

  • Meeting Room

  • Walking distance restaurants

  • Bicycles available

  • Bar

  • Family Suites

  • Conference facilities

  • Free wifi

  • Wifi

  • Suites

  • Disabled access

  • Child friendly

  • Garden

Activities

  • Close to nightlife

    • Make the most of Ghent's nightlife — start off with a drink at the bar, then explore the bars and restuarants in the area
  • Local markets

    • Make sure you do some shopping in the Veldstraat and Brabantdam districts, walking distance from the hotel.
  • Cycling

    • Ask at the hotel about renting bikes, a wonderful way to get around the city
  • Sights nearby

    • An easy walk to Monastery of the Carmelite Fathers and St. Michael's Bridge.

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