St. Macharius

Ghent

This was my favourite place to visit in Ghent. I could have taken pictures all day in the ruin of St. Bavo's Abbey. An quiet oasis in the city, we were the only people there. So quiet and serene and many courtyards to explore including a medieval church. Founded in the 7th century, the former abbey is now ruins echoing the history that took place here. The oldest wall in Ghent stands here. The original Romanesque church that was destroyed is marked out by lovely hedges so you can see where it once stood as the five-metre-high shrubbery columns mark out the foundations. Entry was free.
This was my favourite place to visit in Ghent. I could have taken pictures all day in the ruin of St. Bavo's Abbey. An quiet oasis in the city, we were the only people there. So quiet and serene and many courtyards to explore including a medieval church. Founded in the 7th century, the former abbey is now ruins echoing the history that took place here. The oldest wall in Ghent stands here. The original Romanesque church that was destroyed is marked out by lovely hedges so you can see where it once stood as the five-metre-high shrubbery columns mark out the foundations. Entry was free.
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St. Macharius Hotel Deals

Aparthotel Castelnou

Aparthotel Castelnou

3.5 out of 5
Kasteellaan 51 Ghent
The price is ₩169,938 per night from Feb 15 to Feb 16
₩169,938
₩194,555 total
Feb 15 - Feb 16
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (439 reviews)
Room clean but looking a bit tired. More hangers for clothes and an extra pillow both would be good. Welcome pack was appreciated.Ideal location and breakfast was good. Staff were friendly and helpful. The angle of shower in bath is as a bit precarious if standing for shower.but overall we would ...

Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026

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B&B HOTEL Gent Centrum

B&B HOTEL Gent Centrum

3 out of 5
Voldersstraat 17 Ghent
The price is ₩138,658 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
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₩161,399 total
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9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
The hotel was right in the middle of the city which was excellent. It’s a tram ride from the station or a 30 minute walk. The booking in was easy, staff lovely and the room perfect.

Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026

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ibis Gent Centrum Opera

ibis Gent Centrum Opera

3 out of 5
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8.4/10 Very Good! (365 reviews)
Staff were very friendly and helpful. Room was clean and comfortable. Slept really well. Breakfast had options to accommodate my Dairy Allergy. Great Location!

Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026

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Van der Valk Hotel Gent

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4.5 out of 5
Akkerhage 10 Ghent
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3 out of 5
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Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Reylof Ghent

Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Reylof Ghent

4.5 out of 5
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9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
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