We have created a list with the best castle hotels near Bruges, Belgium. We have also included hotels in historic properties, mansions, family-run hotels, french "relais" (mansions), resorts, palaces, old manor houses, ancient castles and beautiful country residences. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Anna Pinto & Ted Valentin. Updated February 2024.
Lovely property. Nice SPA. This 5 star superior hotel is located in a unique 15th-century former ducal palace in Bruges and only 280 metres from the Markt. Dukes' Palace Brugge includes classically elegant décor and luxurious 5-star facilities. The rooms in the main part of the castle include high ceilings and original features. All of the rooms at Dukes' Palace Brugge have air conditioning, a minibar, work desk and a spacious marble bathroom. During the summer guests can enjoy an afternoon tea and coffee out on the terrace, overlooking the extensive garden. Bar Dukes serves drinks and tapas in a casual, comfortable lounge setting. Restaurant Dukes offers refined Belgian cuisine which showcases seasonal ingredients. The UNESCO World Heritage-listed Beguinage is a 10-minute walk from the hotel. Dukes' Palace Brugge is 650 metres from the Groeninge Museum. The hotel benefits from a secured underground parking garage.Show full description
Unique. Great views. Offering free WiFi, Martin's Relais provides rooms with original features and antique furniture in 5 historic 17th-century canal houses. The hotel benefits from a peaceful rose garden and several comfortable lounges within 450 metres from the Market Square and the Belfry. Satellite TV, a minibar and a work desk are provided in the rooms at Relais. Martin's Relais also offers a breakfast buffet with cava in the grand breakfast room. Each of the rooms has been uniquely decorated and includes a modern bathroom with luxurious toiletries. All rooms offer coffee and tea facilities. The cosy bar serves local Belgian beers both inside and out on the terrace in summer. Situated along a scenic canal in the historic centre of Bruges, this hotel is a 10-minute walk from the Groeninge Museum. The Concert Hall is a 15-minute walk away.Show full description
Charming. Friendly staff. Popular among couples. The Pand Hotel is decorated with Ralph Lauren fabrics, antiques and art objects. It is just around the corner from the Market Square and is situated 35 metres from the famous Dijver quay and the canals. This 18th-century mansion offers romantic guest rooms with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. All rooms have granite or marble bathrooms. The luxurious breakfast includes a waiter service and champagne. Guests can relax in the bar or by the fireplace in the library and admire the many old books and Louis Vuitton suitcases. The Pand Hotel offers a 24-hour reception, a private garage and an exclusive limousine service. The Groeningemuseum is 250 metres away. The famous Rozenhoedkaai is just outside the hotel and offers a scenic view. Bruges Railway Station is a 15-minute walk away.Show full description
In my judgement this could be the most CHARMING small hotel in Bruges.
Highly elegant. Friendly staff. Popular among couples. Once built as a private mansion in 1869 and later in the hands of bankers, this magnificent 19th century classical building has been renovated and converted into the Relais & Châteaux Hotel Heritage. The hotel is just 50 metres away from the market square and offers free WiFi. The house has a 14th-century old cellar with special arches, of which stones are now displayed at the museum of the archaeological society. The Relais & Châteaux Hotel Heritage offers a pleasant welcoming lounge with bar. The Heritage Hotel offers its guests elegant, stylish rooms, all characterized by individual decoration, and nice soft furnishings with well appointed bathrooms. An iPad is available in each room. Guests can enjoy regional dishes in the hotel's restaurant. Cozy restaurants, interesting museums, elegant shops and romantic carriages that take you through the city are only at walking distance. Boat rides on Brugge's famous canals show you the hidden corners of the city. A splendid buffet breakfast is served in the most charming 1869 room, which reflects the glorious past of the house.Show full description
This is likely one of the most ELEGANT luxury hotels in Bruges.
Delightful property. Comfortable beds. Popular among couples. B&B The Verhaegen provides elegant rooms in a monument that carries the same name in and is located in the heart of historical Ghent, set in an 18th-century mansion. Each guest room is individually decorated, combining contemporary style with the more traditional features that characterise this building. Free Wi-Fi is offered throughout the B&B. You can start your day with a healthy and nourishing breakfast served in the dining room, and admire paintings by P.N. van Reysschoot. Weather permitting, the beautiful garden offers a green oasis of peace in which you can unwind completely. The warm, personal service of this intimate guesthouse will add extra charm to your stay. Brussels, Antwerp and Bruges are easy to reach by public transport and car.Show full description
B&B The Verhaegen is a charming and cosy guesthouse in Ghent. Housed in an 18th-century mansion, it is beautifully decorated with antiques and artistic touches. The rooms are luxurious and quiet, with a view of the lovely garden.
Beach front location. Stunning pool facilities. Hotel Navarra Brugge is housed in an elegant 17th-century mansion, a 3-minute walk from the central Market Square and the Belfry of Bruges. It offers free access to a spa area, an indoor swimming pool, a sauna and a gym. The rooms at Navarra Hotel Brugge are decorated with warm colours and feature large windows. Each has free Wi-Fi access, a flat-screen TV and free tea/coffee facilities. The bathroom is fitted with a shower or a bath. The hotel serves an extensive buffet breakfast every morning. For dinner, staff can recommend restaurants in the surrounding area. The charming garden terrace and jazz bar offer a place to relax and enjoy the sun. Bruges Railway Station is 1.7 km from the Navarra Brugge. The property can assist with arranging car or bicycle rental to explore the historical town of Bruges and beyond. The historical centre of Ghent is a 35-minute drive away. The seaside resort of Blankenberge is 13 km.Show full description
Charming. Cosy rooms. Hotel Patritius is set in a mansion dating back to 1830, located within 450 metres from the central Market Square with the Belfry of Bruges. It features air-conditioned accommodation, as well as a garden with a terrace. All rooms at the Patritius come with a private bathroom. They have a view on the interior garden or on the historical city. A TV, a telephone and a safe are provided in each unit. A continental breakfast buffet is served daily in the breakfast room. It includes fresh orange juice and eggs. The garden offers a peaceful setting for a cup of tea in the afternoon. From Patritius, Wollestraat Shopping District is within a walking distance. Bruges Railway Station is 2 km away, offering regular connections to Ghent's historical town. Blankenberge at the North Sea is 14 km from the hotel. Private parking on site is available for a charge. The hotel also offers private garage boxes for an additional fee.Show full description
Elegant. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. Dukes' Palace Residence offers elegant rooms with boutique-style décor in a 20th-century mansion, only 350 metres from Bruges' central Market Square, the Belfry and Wollestraat Shopping District. This hotel is part of The Dukes' Hotel Collection and benefits from free WiFi. Each of the air-conditioned rooms at Dukes' Palace Residence features a TV, a work desk, coffee/tea facilities and a minibar. The spacious bathroom comes with a bath or a shower. The Residence includes a comfortable lounge. The outdoor terrace provides a tranquil place to relax. Guests have access to the facilities available at the 5-star Hotel Dukes' Palace, located in the immediate vicinity. Facilities include bar, restaurant and concierge. Dukes' Palace Residence is just over a 5-minute walk from the Gruuthuse Museum. The Beguinage is less than a 15-minute walk away. Blankenberge and the North Sea Beach are a 15-minute drive. Bruges Railway Station is 1.5 km from the hotel. Historic Ghent is 35 minutes by car.Show full description
Beach front location. Elegant. Outstanding SPA facilities. Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Reylof Ghent renovated rooms and public areas in October 2018. The hotel is situated in Gent, only 500 metres from the historical city centre. Ancient castles, local markets and jazzy bars can be found in the near area of the hotel. The central space, in the heart of the hotel offers a welcome area, bar and lounge with a fireplace where guests can enjoy eating any time of the day. Reylof also includes a wellness pool and historic courtyard garden with terrace. Rooms at Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Reylof Ghent include high ceilings, large windows, original artworks and has a contemporary touch. The air conditioned rooms and suites feature a Nespresso coffee machine, a smart flat-screen TV and a wireless sound system. The bathroom comes with a rain shower, a separate toilet, a bathrobe and slippers. In the former coach house, the wellness centre of Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Reylof Ghent offers a place to retreat. It includes a spa pool, Finnish sauna, treatment rooms and a fitness center. A range of massages and other treatments are also available for a surcharge. The garden harmoniously blends in with gastronomic restaurant LOF and its terrace where guests can enjoy the contemporary and honest flavours. serving international food with Flemish influences. Grand Hotel Reylof also offers The Living Bistro & Bar where food is served. Public transport stop Korenmarkt is a 5-minute walk. Grand Hotel Reylof is a 10-minute walk from both the House of Alijn and Saint Bavo's Cathedral. Hotel guests can make use of the paid on-site parking facilities. Valet parking is available for a surcharge.Show full description
This luxurious hotel in Ghent has a rich history as the former manor house of Baron Reylof. It combines traditional and modern design, with spacious and stylish rooms featuring high ceilings and original artworks.
Superb breakfast. The elegant Hotel Botaniek is a renovated 18th-century mansion. The hotel is situated right in the historical centre of Bruges, 50 metres from the picturesque canals. The peaceful atmosphere of Hotel Botaniek can be felt in the hotel rooms, which are romantically decorated and have a private bathroom. Some rooms have a beautiful view on Bruges. Free Wi-Fi is available in all rooms and in the rest of the hotel. Enjoy your breakfast in the breakfast room that has been tastefully decorated by the owner. After a busy day of sightseeing, find some peace in the quiet sitting room with furniture resembling the Louis XV era. Only a few minutes walking distance away, you can find the well-known Main-Square, The Burg and The Market. Enjoy beautiful Bruges in the serene atmosphere of the charming Hotel Botaniek in the centre of town.Show full description
Great value. This renovated 18th century mansion located in the heart of Bruges offers free Wi-Fi. The Oud St-Jan and the Beguinage are 200 metres away. The hotel offers modern conveniences and decoration in historical surroundings. With only 7 rooms, which are accessible by a lift, the hotel aims to give you a cosy and intimate atmosphere to help you feel at home, and the friendly staff are always on hand to help with any query you might have. The hotel is situated in the historical centre of Bruges, and is close to the important museums and the shopping centre, making it the ideal location for exploring this culture filled city.Show full description
Beautiful. Nice surroundings. Ter Zuidhoek is set in an 18th century farm in a quiet, rural area outside of Roeselare. It features a restaurant with garden terrace and spacious accommodation with flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi. Box-spring bedding, a spacious private bathroom and cable TV are standard for each room at Ter Zuidhoek. They are decorated with parquet floors and wooden ceiling beams. The Hofstee Restaurant offers sea, game and meat specialties or dinner. Every morning, a continental breakfast is served here as well. Guests can park their bicycles, bikes and cars secured on site. The A17-motorway is just 2 km from Ter Zuidhoek. Roeselare centre is a 5-minute drive away. A shuttle from and to Brussels Airport can be provided for an additional fee.Show full description
Great restaurant. Surrounded by lush, green fields, this family-run hotel is set in a 17th-century farmhouse. It has a large garden with a furnished terrace and barbecue. BéB Ferme Delgueule is also an official Belgian monument. The individually decorated rooms at La Ferm Delgueule overlook the garden. Each comes with a flat-screen TV and a modern, private bathroom. Free Wi-Fi is available in each. A buffet-style breakfast, including omelets, fresh fruit, and coffee, is served daily. In the evening, it is possible to enjoy a home-cooked meal with the owners. The E42-motorway is about 5 minutes’ drive from Ferme Delgueule. The centre of Tournai, with its Expo Centre, is about a 5 minute drive away.Show full description
Ferme Delgueule is a beautiful and charming hotel located in the plains of Mont St Aubert. It is housed in a 17th-century farmhouse with a rich historical background. The hotel blends rustic farmhouse ambiance with modern comforts.
This 18th-century manor, situated in a large garden in the small town of Evergem, is just minutes from Ghent and provides guests with unique accommodation in a tranquil setting. Boasting good transport links to the city, Eremyten Hof features a landscaped garden with large pond and century-old trees. Whether you wish to have dinner in the winter garden or read a book on the terrace, the manor is the perfect place for all seeking pure relaxation. Wake up to ever-changing views of the garden and enjoy breakfast in bed. Each room is fitted with a flat-screen TV and free WiFi. Eremyten has been restored with attention to detail and benefits from a cosy ambiance. A 15-minute tram ride on Line 1 leads you directly into Ghent’s historical centre. Flanders Expo is also easily accessible by tram or via the R4 ring road. The hourly bus service, number 58, offers direct links to the centre of Bruges.Show full description
This family-run hotel is situated on an authentic farm with spacious grounds featuring 2 ponds, a seasonal outdoor pool and many seating areas. Ter Hille is located in a peaceful green area, a 20-minute drive from the historic city of Bruges. Boudewijn Seapark is 15 minutes away by car. Ter Hille Hove is 10 km from the North Sea coast which includes the sandy beach. De Haan is less than 20 minutes’ drive from the farm. The Royal Ostend Golf Club is a 25-minute car journey away. Bicycle rental is available on site. Each of the rooms at Hove Ter Hille includes a seating area and garden views. They also have a private bathroom with a bath or shower and free toiletries. Every morning an extensive buffet breakfast is offered which includes fresh, local products.Show full description
Close to beach front. Relaxing atmosphere. Great value. Westhoek is situated in the dunes just outside Nieuwpoort-aan-Zee, 900 metres from the beach. It benefits from extensive leisure facilities and a bar with a spacious sun terrace. The rooms at Domein Westhoek come with a TV and a private bathroom with a shower or a bathtub. An extensive buffet breakfast is served in the bistro each morning. The coast tram service, which offers direct links to attractions along the Belgian coast, is a 10-minute walk away. Westhoek Domein is 4 km from the centre of Nieuwpoort. Within the spacious grounds there are many facilities for recreation including 2 tennis courts, petanque fields and bicycle rental. There is also a games room with a billiard table. In the bistro. guests can enjoy a range of traditional European dishes and local Belgian cuisine. There are many options for set menus as well as à-la-carte dishes.Show full description
This is likely the most RELAXING hotel in Bruges. It also has a great beach front location and beautiful surroundings.
The 3-star ibis Gent Centrum Opera is located in historic Ghent, a 2-minute walk from the Flemish Opera House and a 10-minute walk from Saint Bavo's Cathedral, the Belfry of Ghent and Korenmarkt Square. The hotel includes air-conditioned rooms and an on-site bar. Veldstraat Shopping District is a 3-minute walk and the Castle of the Counts is 10 minutes away. Hotel ibis Gent Centrum Opera offers rooms with a private bathroom and satellite TV. Free WiFi is available in each room as well as in public areas of the accommodation. A breakfast buffet is available daily. The 24-hour Bar serves drinks and snacks. Other wine and dine facilities are less than 3 minutes on foot. From ibis Gent Centrum Opera, City Shopping Centre Gent Zuid is an 8-minute walk away. Ghent Saint Peter's Train Station is 2.6 km from the hotel.Show full description
Opened July 2022. Located in Ghent, 6 km from Sint-Pietersstation Gent, Urban Gardens Gent provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Featuring a concierge service, this property also provides guests with a water park. Guests can make use of a bar. All units are equipped with a fridge, dishwasher, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a wardrobe. The units at the resort come with a private bathroom and bed linen. Urban Gardens Gent offers a children's playground. You can play table tennis at this 4-star resort, and the area is popular for cycling. Boudewijn Seapark is 42 km from the accommodation, while Damme Golf is 42 km away. The nearest airport is Ostend - Bruges International Airport, 62 km from Urban Gardens Gent.Show full description
Offering an equestrian centre, Haras des Chartreux is located inside the Domaine de Bourgogne park, 350 metres from Biez Castle and 12 km from the centre of Tournai. Free WiFi access is available here. Some rooms come with a terrace, from which you can enjoy the garden view or the castle view. Equipped with a flat-screen TV, each room here will provide you with a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. At Haras des Chartreux, breakfast is served every morning. In the evenings you can have a drink at the bar, or relax in the shared lounge. You can also enjoy a walk in the surrounding park offering a relaxing landscape and a lake with different bird species. Other activities that can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings include tennis, horse riding and fishing. The hotel is 22 km from Lille and 16 km from Turcoing. There are 17 km to Villeneuve d'Ascq and 10 km to Kortrijk. Free parking is available.Show full description
Relaxing atmosphere. Great restaurant. Set in a residential area a 10-minute walk from the historical centre of Ghent, The Aparthotel Castelnou offers spacious accommodation, an on-site à la carte restaurant and a garden terrace. WiFi is available for free. A buffet-style breakfast is offered every morning at Aparthotel Castelnou. Less than 100 metres from Aparthotel Castelnou, you can find a bus stop connecting to the Ghent-Zuid Bus Station or Ghent Saint Peter's Train Station on a regular basis. All air-conditioned units feature a flat-screen TV with satellite channel, tea-and-coffee-making facilities and a private bathroom with a bath or shower. The apartments consist of a living room with seating area, a fully equipped kitchenette and a separate bedroom. The on-site restaurant Dali serves a range of traditional and international dishes, including vegetarian meals. Guests can have a refreshing drink at the aparthotel's bar. Korenmarkt Square, the Castle of the Counts, the Belfry and other tourist attractions are within a 10 to 15-minute walk.Show full description
Castelnou Aparthotel is a stylish property located in a residential area, a short walk from the historic center. The spacious apartments offer a relaxing atmosphere and are equipped with all necessary amenities.
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