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Erasmus Hotel

Gent · Belgium

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8.8/10Excellent290 Reviews
Cleanliness8.8/108.8
Service9.0/109.0
Comfort8.0/108.0
Condition8.2/108.2
Location10.0/1010.0
Neighborhood9.6/109.6
Amenities7.8/107.8
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About Erasmus Hotel

Enjoy garden and terrace views at this Ghent hotel, with amenities including complimentary Wi-Fi and a bar/lounge. Start your day with the included buffet breakfast. The hotel offers express check-in/check-out and dry cleaning/laundry services. Each of the 11 guestrooms features a minibar, flat-screen TV, and cable programming.

Private bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Coffee/tea makers are provided, and housekeeping is daily. Cots/infant beds are available upon request. Located in Ghent City Centre, the Erasmus Hotel is steps from St. Michael's Church and a 3-minute walk from the Design Museum Ghent.

It's also conveniently close to Grasbrug (0. 1 mi) and the School of Yesteryear (0. 2 mi). The preferred airport is Brussels Airport (BRU), 45. 6 mi away.

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With a stay at Erasmus Hotel in Ghent (Ghent City Centre), you'll be steps from St. Michael's Church and 3 minutes by foot from Design Museum Ghent. This hotel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Old Meat Market Hall and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Monastery of the Carmelite Fathers.

Make yourself at home in one of the 11 guestrooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Conveniences include phones and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily. Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Business facilities
Banquet facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until 10:00 PM
Check-out until 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No rollaway/extra beds available Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed Service animals are allowed

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Cashless transactions are available

Important information

  • Property Alerts

    You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

    • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 4.40 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

    We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

  • You need to know
    • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
    • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Special Instructions
    If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
    • This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
    • Cashless transactions are available
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Spoken Language

    German

    English

    French

    Dutch

Nearby attractions

St. Michael's Church 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Design Museum Ghent 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
St. Michael's Bridge 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Monastery of the Carmelite Fathers 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Old Meat Market Hall 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
St. Nicholas' Church 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Old Fish Market 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Korenmarkt Square 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Masons' Guild Hall 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Gravensteen Castle 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Kraanlei 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Langemunt Shopping Center 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Hotel d'Hane Steenhuyse 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Ghent Cloth Hall 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Belfry of Ghent 0.6 km / 0.4 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 11
  • hotel
  • MasterCard
  • Visa
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Room service
  • Laundry service
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Bar
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  • Meeting room
  • Breakfast
  • Breakfast buffet
  • Non-smoking establishment
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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Room types

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  • Double or Twin GRAND DELUXEDouble or Twin • GRAND DELUXEDBT.DX-GD

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    Double or Twin GRAND DELUXE

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    GRAND DELUXE

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    Room code: DBT.DX-GD

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  • FAMILY ROOM THREE BEDSFAMILY ROOM • THREE BEDSFAM.3B

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    FAMILY ROOM THREE BEDS

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    THREE BEDS

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    Room code: FAM.3B

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  • Double or Twin DELUXEDouble or Twin • DELUXEDBT.DX

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    Double or Twin DELUXE

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    DELUXE

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    Room code: DBT.DX

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  • Room STANDARDRoom • STANDARDROO.ST

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    Room STANDARD

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    Room code: ROO.ST

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  • DOUBLE SUPERIORDOUBLE • SUPERIORDBL.SU

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    DOUBLE SUPERIOR

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    SUPERIOR

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    Room code: DBL.SU

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    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
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    Double or Twin
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: DBT.ST

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  • FAMILY ROOM STANDARDFAMILY ROOM • STANDARDFAM.ST

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    FAMILY ROOM STANDARD

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    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
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    FAMILY ROOM
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: FAM.ST

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  • SINGLE STANDARDSINGLE • STANDARDSGL.ST

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    SINGLE STANDARD

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
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    SINGLE
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    Room code: SGL.ST

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  • DOUBLE SUPERIOR WITH DOUBLE BEDDOUBLE • SUPERIOR WITH DOUBLE BEDDBL.DB-SU

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    DOUBLE SUPERIOR WITH DOUBLE BED

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    SUPERIOR WITH DOUBLE BED

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    Room code: DBL.DB-SU

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Erasmus Hotel

8.8
Excellent
290 Reviews
Cleanliness
8.8 /10
Service
9.0 /10
Comfort
8.0 /10
Condition
8.2 /10
Location
10.0 /10
Neighborhood
9.6 /10
Amenities
7.8 /10
100 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
16 May 2026
Donna
What a wonderful stay near the heart of Ghent! Just enough blocks away to enjoy peace and quiet, but close enough to do all the touristy things like sightseeing, shopping, and tasting wonderful foods! Staff were extremely helpful and the breakfast was spot on each day! I highly recommend!
Family
10/10
Exceptional
05 May 2026
Fiona
The hotel is not a modern hotel with all the amenities, but the room was very clean and the staff was very nice. The location was also topnotch, being so close to the city centre. Would recommend.
Self
8/10
Excellent
05 Apr 2026
Anne Cecilia Linn
Cozy and friensly staff, good location
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
22 Mar 2026
Andrew
Good location in historic area. Staff were delightful. An old hotel but perfectly ok and comfortable.
Self
8/10
Excellent
25 Jan 2026
Jez
Huge comfortable room. Not too many stairs. Breakfast cooked to order. Excellent location.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
25 Oct 2025
Marianne
Breakfast is excellent.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Oct 2025
Lloyd
Friendly and helpful staff in rather Old fashioned facility.
8/10
Excellent
23 Sep 2025
Robert
A traditional older European hotel. Staff were exceptionally helpful. Breakfast was great. Very close to shopping and restaurants. Room had cable tv and internet service. Not the most modern hotel, but surprisingly quiet and relaxing.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jul 2025
Judith
As a solo traveler, I highly recommend this Hotel. Well located, great breakfast and super nice staff.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jul 2025
Jane

Nice well placed hotel in historic building

Nice well placed Hotel in historic building. We stayed in room 3 which was spacious and comfortable. Nice breakfast room with usual continental options as well as eggs cooked how you want them (ie omelette, scrambled, boiled). Friendly and helpful staff. Would stay again if in Ghent
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jun 2025
Louise
It is like staying in a well appointed 17th century mansion. The fournitures are beautiful, particularly in the dining room. The breakfast is excellent with many choices and service at the table. The facility might be challenging for people with limites mobility because of the old fashioned stairs and bathtub.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
30 May 2025
Peter
Very quiet and good location.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
15 May 2025
Shannon

Wonderful hotel

This hotel was great! The woman who checked me in was also the breakfast cook (and probably many more things) and she was so sweet and helpful. I loved my small room at the top with it's exposed beams and charm.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
06 May 2025
Edward
The hotel is magnificent. The staff very guest oriented. Like going back in time with this historic gem. The breakfast each day was scrumptious. This was our second time at the Erasmus and look forward to a third when visiting the incredible city of Ghent.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
17 Dec 2024
Carol
We only stayed for one night whilst the Christmas market was on. Hotel is very convenient to the centre and trams are a short walk away. The gentleman on reception was lovely and very helpful. Lots of interesting traditional furniture and artefacts in the hotel. Room was large with a modern bathroom.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Dec 2024
Ken
The staff were very nice and helpful. The room was clean and spacious with amenities that were very helpful. Breakfast was also excellent
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
08 Oct 2024
Suzanne

If you like the history, it is the place.

It is an historic hotel with many antiquities in the décoration. The location is perfect near the canal. It is quiet but there is no escalator and the room was on the 5th floor.
The beakfast was included and we liked the food.
But ithe price for a night is a bit expensive. The owner was a gentleman .
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 Sep 2024
Cheryl
Lovely, comfortable room in a quiet street convenient to site seeing, restaurants and shopping
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
06 Sep 2024
Tracy
This hotel had great ratings but my room had ratty threadbare towels, the walls were dirty, and there were things still under the bed from previous guests. The bed was comfortable and the breakfast was great.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
29 Aug 2024
Rachel
Lovely stay in an amazing property. Big double room with a view over the garden, great breakfast and good location for walking around Ghent.
The property is very old and packed with antiques and artefacts. It is clean and the room was made up each day but it’s individual and lived in which we appreciated. Would recommend.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Aug 2024
Edward

Wonderful hotel

400-year-old charming hotel with wonderful service!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jul 2024
Roxana
Great location and atmosphere. Excellent service and breakfast in a medieval room.
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
28 Jun 2024
Mark

Think student digs in an atmospheric building.

OK if you want rustic / basic - plenty of both. The bones of the building are great, the breakfast is OK and the proprietor is very pleasant

BUT: Very limited reception, no lift, no air conditioning, no shower, plenty of street noise all night. Think student digs in an atmospheric building.

Not for everyone.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jun 2024
Connor
Lovely hotel in a very historic building. The hotel owner is so kind and friendly, making me feel very welcome. The room was comfortable and quiet, and the hotel is in a very good location as you can easily walk to a lot of places. Breakfast was excellent, and I would definitely stay here again.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
29 May 2024
Marco
This hotel has a lot of character. I hear when people say it could benefit from some modernization, but not at the expense of making it another cookie-cut hotel. It os definitely a wonderful choice for travelers looking for experiences, rather than for tourist looking for the standard Marriott. In addition, Peter, the hotellier is quite a character, efficient, professional and nice personality. I would stay here again if I come back to Ghent.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
09 May 2024
Irene
Nice owner and staff. Very helpful.
Leisure
8/10
Excellent
28 Apr 2024
ADNAN
The manager Akrim is a good person
4/10
Poor
23 Apr 2024
Svetlana
I was going to give 1 star review for the property but the breakfast was actually good, so 2 stars overall. Everything is very old in the hotel. We got a room on the 3rd floor. No elevator, nobody to help with the luggage. Beds squeak whenever you move. No air-conditioning. If you open the window, too much noise from outside. Garbage truck comes at 6:30 and for 15 min there is banging.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
02 Apr 2024
J R

Great location and value

Friendly and helpful staff, great location, comfortable room, silent to sleep although central, great beds and clean bathroom. Would stay again!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Dec 2023
Gary R
I love this very old charming, family run, hotel ...
Self
10/10
Exceptional
08 Dec 2023
Janine
Quirky and good value for money
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
24 Nov 2023
Jennifer
Very close to everything. Convenience store right next door
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
22 Nov 2023
Deborah
The hotel is in a very good location, close to many of the main attractions, shopping and dining areas. The hotel itself is an old building which has been decorated in keeping with its age. The staff are friendly and welcoming. The room was large, clean and had all the facilities I needed. I would definitely stay at this hotel again.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
29 Sep 2023
Gavin
Character of an aged property.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
26 Sep 2023
Glenda

Historic old hotel

Decent hotel in a very old house. The medieval ambiance was interesting. No lift, so long flight of stairs to climb. Family room was very spacious. Great breakfast included in the morning.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jul 2023
Arleny

Hope to be back

Beautiful place, really friendly staff, great breakfast
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Apr 2023
Charles
Great place to stay. Wonderful staff. Was nice enough to accommodate us for breakfast when leaving early in the morning. Breakfast was delicious. Very close to all attractions. Easy to take tram from train station to close proximity of hotel. Lovely old architecture room
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Dec 2022
Theodore
A perfect base for exploring the city. Erasmus Hotel is centrally and conveniently located, just a few minutes' walk from Tram No.1 for easy access to and from Gent Sint Pieters Station, to UZ Gent and beyond. The Hotel was quiet, and comfortable, managed by a convivial Host and his team.Thank you for a memorable stay.
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
30 Oct 2022
Daniel
Lovely hotel with great staff in an excellent location. Room had everything needed and breakfast was good. Would stay again
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
11 Sep 2022
Susan
The hotel is lovely and easy walking to all the sites. My room was ready early so they let me check in. Also, I left my converter plug at home, but they had one there that they gave me. Breakfast was also lovely. Eggs to order, cereal, toast, waffles, meats and cheese.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
23 Jul 2022
Eric
Nice location and a nice room.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
30 Apr 2022
David
Nice hotel close to all sites. Great breakfast with fresh cooked eggs etc. Owner very nice.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 Apr 2022
Victoria

Old world charm

Lovely old hotel. Staff very friendly. Rooms are nice. Decent breakfast with eggs cooked to order. Great location for exploring Ghent.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
23 Apr 2022
Christina
In beautiful period home. Kind and helpful staff. Lovely breakfast.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
20 Feb 2020
Pixie
Excellent breakfast choices
Friendly and helpful staff
Leisure
8/10
Excellent
03 Feb 2020
LB
Loved the quirky historic character of this hotel, which has wonderfully central location, and the staff were excellent. The huge bedroom overlooking the garden was amazing but needs better lighting (as does the dining room) and some furniture was a bit tired; the drapes over the bed were also a bit dusty. Good breakfast in a beautiful room, but the unless you have a table by the window the light is rather gloomy, especially in early February. Would love to return in the summer!
Business_and_leisure
8/10
Excellent
21 Oct 2019
Verified traveler
Lovely location, interesting old building, good breakfast
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
15 Oct 2019
Verified traveler
A good central location within walking distance of the main canal. A friendly welcome on arrival. Good continental breakfast.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
09 Oct 2019
Carolyn

Loved it

Erasmus hotel is full of character and history. Excellent breakfast in the lovely breakfast room.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
02 Oct 2019
Lucy

Old house, small quiet hotel with great location

This hotel is in an old house,with a good location near historic area. It is not elegant, but the staff are great, the breakfast is free (and excellent) and I would recommend it for individuals and families who want a small quiet place to stay. There is no elevator, however. As I found everywhere in Belgium, the staff all speak English and are happy to use it with visitors.
Self
8/10
Excellent
01 Sep 2019
Verified traveler
Great location with very friendly and helpful staff. The location and easy walk to the river and historical Old Town makes this a desirable place to stay. Clean, comfortable room, the kind one expects in a typical European bed and breakfast hotel.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 Apr 2019
Verified traveler

Historical building in convenient location

Very convenient location, in historical city center close to Het Pand (where my conference was held). Period building with clean room and quiet, but dated furnishings. There is no lift (you may need to walk up to 3 stories to your room and so it may not be suitable for travelers with heavy luggage).Excellent Breakfast and friendly staff, fluent in English (I arrived early because of 8am flight arrival, and they gave me the room before 10am, which is something that large chains like the Marriott hotel across the road rarely does!). Very convenient (There is an Italian restaurant a few steps next to the hotel with excellent dinner).
8/10
Excellent
07 Apr 2019
Verified traveler
Breakfast was very good. Hotel is quaint. Our room was a bit stark.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
27 Mar 2019
Verified traveler
Old World charm was delightful. Easy walks to sights.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
26 Mar 2019
Brooke

Nice Hotel, Could Be a Little Cleaner

The staff here were lovely, the location is an easy walk to the historic center and the breakfast was good! I'd stay here again, but for those a little pickier, some items are dated and had stains. The light above my bed, which was low enough that I bumped it standing near the bed, had a serious coat of dust on the top (reachable by me easily, so shouldn't be difficult to clean) and the bathroom fan was dropping dust bunnies on the back of the toilet. Other than those two things, I saw no signs anything else was unclean though.
10/10
Exceptional
20 Mar 2019
Verified traveler
A wonderful hotel in the center of the city. A living museum. Close to everything.
Friends_and_family Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Mar 2019
Verified traveler

Beautiful hotel with amazing staff

Outstanding hotel. I travel all over the world and this hotel is at the top. Staff is very friendly and helpful. They know fluent English. Rooms are very clean. Hotel is located right in the middle of everything requiring a short walk. Breakfast was delicious and good variety. Hotel is very old so history buffs would love that.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
05 Mar 2019
Douglas

Nice stay

GReat location. Excellent breakfast and service
10/10
Exceptional
28 Jan 2019
Verified traveler
Central location, easy walk to amnenities.
Hotel manager very helpful with directions and recommendations.
Lovely stay.
10/10
Exceptional
16 Dec 2018
Verified traveler
Great location, friendly staff, lovely room and breakfast. Highly recommended!
8/10
Excellent
12 Dec 2018
Amikam

Good experience

The hotel is located in a very central location, the single room was rather spacious and fitted my expectations. The breakfast was tasty and served in a very nice room.
The only minor shortcomings are the lack of an elevator and the bathroom which was not convenient to use if you want to take a shower
10/10
Exceptional
15 Nov 2018
Daniel
Beautiful old building in perfect location, on the doorstep of historic centre
8/10
Excellent
29 Oct 2018
Rebecca
The location is the best. Just outside of the busy town and very easy walking distance. This hotel is 500 plus years old so if you are looking for luxury this is not your place. The rooms have an authentic feel and you need to climb steep stairs. The breakfast is made and served in an amazing room where you are surrounded by historical and original works of art. The manager of hotel has worked there for 20 years and is very passionate about your enjoyment and comfort.
8/10
Excellent
08 Sep 2018
Blessie
Nice staff and comfortable stay. Like staying in a fantasy land.
10/10
Exceptional
16 Aug 2018
Larry
The Erasmus Hotel is a nice vintage hotel that is within easy walking distance to historic Ghent. The included breakfast was very good and the staff couldn't have been more friendly, helpful and accommodating.
6/10
Pleasant
15 Aug 2018
margaret

Great location - a bit dated

Great location, very good breakfast each morning. Hotel seems to be a very old converted house so no elevator with multi-level staircase. We were on the top floor so a bit of a walk up and down a few times a day. Rooms are no frills including the bathroom. Everything was clean. Good price.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jun 2018
David K

Perfect place to stay in Ghent !

Wonderful little hotel in a charming 16th century building, perfectly situated for walks around the city. Aside from the Musée des Beaux-Arts, everything I wanted to see was within a 10-minute leisurely walk. And even the Musée was only 20-25 minutes away on foot. People at the hotel were super nice, the breakfast was delicious - all you can eat with tasty croissants, a variety of yogurt and hams, a station for hard-boiling an egg, and decent coffee. Americans need to be prepared for a small bathroom, but by European standards it was quite spacious. Super speedy WiFi was a bonus. Even though it is located near the town's center, the hotel itself was quiet and calm.
10/10
Exceptional
04 May 2018
Rita

A perfect hotel in the center of Ghent.

My stay was just great! The hotel was a 16yr old hotel, and it was just respiring history! It had lots of actual facilities as it had a mini-bar and a television in my room with a suite., etc No elevator, but personal helped me with carrying my suitcase to the first floor. The breakfast was very good!
6/10
Pleasant
12 Feb 2018
marian

Excellent service

Room had a kettle which was fantastic but a good cleaning including dusting and hovering was required for the room
6/10
Pleasant
29 Dec 2017
Verified traveler

Stuck in the 80’s

The hotel is in a fantastic location and the room size is great.
Parking in nearby parking garage.
We were in a family room and the beds had blankets which set me of scratching my skin and my husband was sneezing away. But the beds were comfortable. 3 TV channels only.
We had 2 towels for 4 people and the shower leaked which left everything on the floor wet.
Breakfast was basic but more than adequate.
If this hotel was given a modernisation it would be fantastic.
10/10
Exceptional
29 Dec 2017
CEJ NYC

Totally charming; very near city center

Extremely gracious and helpful staff. This is an old Dutch house dating from the 1600s that has been updated. Immaculately clean. Breakfast is sumptuous - 3 kinds of meats, 3 kinds of cheeses, eggs that you can cook a variety of ways, 6 kinds of breads, fruit, juices, etc. - but the real magic is that it is served in a dining room that looks like it came out of a painting from the 1600s. Would definitely stay here again - & recommend this hotel to family and friends.
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jun 2017
Pam
There were two of us for two nights in a large twin room. While I would prefer 2 twin beds, a king-sized mattress was the next best thing. The breakfasts were delicious and the staff were more than helpful. They were about perfect.
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jun 2017
Verified traveler

Lots of space, friendly staff, good neighborhood.

Friendly, helpful staff. Good breakfast. Unique room with plenty of space and huge wardrobe. Singing group practices in parlor; nice local touch. Great Greek restaurant nearby.
10/10
Exceptional
02 May 2017
Linda

Historic Hotel with lots of character

Each room is unique, but one needs to be able to climb the wooden stairs as there is no elevator. The rooms are very clean, but one needs to remember that this is a building that is very old. The breakfast room is delightful and the food was good. We stayed for 3 nights and truly enjoyed ourselves and the location is perfect.
8/10
Excellent
01 May 2017
Theodore
The room was beautiful, spacious and comfortable. The location is great.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
16 Apr 2017
Hans Christian

Hiotel Erasmus - rigth in the middle of nice old c

Nice old Hotel with charisma
Family
10/10
Exceptional
14 Apr 2017
Rosalind

An inspiring stay at the Erasmus Hotel in Ghent

The hotel is very special- with a sensitive reflection of its spirit and its ancestry, and the traditional style and antique furnishings are in keeping with the setting. The service was fine, and the staff amiable.
The hotel is situated near to areas of outstanding architectural interest, as well as world-renowned works of art. Visiting Ghent was a great pleasure.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
31 Mar 2017
Steven

Historic building in the heart of the old town

Breakfast room was beautiful-- felt like eating on the floor of a museum. Room was large. Bathroom had tub only. Location was steps away from the historic sites.
8/10
Excellent
15 Feb 2017
Dirk

Great citytrip hotel in historical centre of Ghent

Under-rated hotel. Why not 3 stars? Great large room with fine bathroom. Nicely retro decorated hotel, in line with Ghent history. Good breakfast included in rate. WIFI in room works very well, in lobby not. Easy to find, right behind Mariott hotel. 5 minutes walk from tram and bus. Plenty of fine restaurants, many historical places and all shopping streets within 1 km circle. Only the lady at check out should improve her customer-friendliness...than it would be perfect.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
12 Dec 2016
Orsolya

Great Character

Xmas market is right around the corner, - great location, great character to the hotel
Family
6/10
Pleasant
24 Nov 2016
touring music p

Historie building with basics

Nice and friendly staff.
Wifi free and reliable.
BUT
Bathroom without shower and a toilet so narrow that you fry your legs on the heating next to it.
Bed mattress thin or worn though.
Breakfast buffet ok but not sufficiently baked pale untasty bread and juices with artificial tastes.

10/10
Exceptional
13 Oct 2016
VALERIE

special hotel in a lovely city

a really good stay in a lovely not too big 16th century building, the owners really made us feel welcome
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
12 Oct 2016
Marnie

Historic Building

The hotel was dark upon out arrival. We had a difficult time finding hall lights, but prevailed. We slept well in the family room as it was quiet and relaxing.The linens were soft but a bit worn.The hotel was in a great location and there was a grocery store adjacent to the building.
Family
8/10
Excellent
22 Aug 2016
Salvador
Very good location and staff.
8/10
Excellent
27 Jul 2016
Roxanne

True Belgian experience

What a surprise to find this immaculately cleaned, vaulted ceilinged generously large room centrally located in Ghent. Charming staff, lovely garden-side breakfast room with generous continental fare. Quiet street walking distance from major historic sites, shopping, and the altarpiece for which Ghent is so famous. Small staff, sort of on your own with a key to main door at odd hours, but suited us perfectly.
8/10
Excellent
17 Jun 2016
Verified traveler

Delightful old-fashioned hotel

This is an delightful old-fashioned hotel: traditional bell-pull, steep wooden staircase and banisters, wooden ceiling beams, delightful panelled breakfast room and pictures and a very courteous management. Very close to the centre. If you really need a luxury hotel, go across the street!
8/10
Excellent
09 Mar 2016
Mary

Location, Comfort, and Great Customer Service!

The Eurasmus Hotel is situated in a beautiful, old, historic building. And the location is perfect for seeing the city of Ghent on foot. You are in the middle of everything. The room was fairly small and basic, but this tends to be the norm when you travel around Europe. We had Room 7 which was in the back up three flights of stairs. There was no real view from that room, but because it was in the back, it was extremely quiet and we both got a great night's sleep for the two overnights we were there.We really dislike the big chain hotels where it's all slick and modern (AKA \"boring\"). We like the smaller, more independently run places like this with lots of character. And more importantly, that personal touch. Dorine Lasoen, the woman that runs the hotel was extremely helpful and courteous. She was always on hand to answer any questions, give directions, or suggest the perfect place for dinner. Breakfast is included and served up in a gorgeous dining room filled with beautiful oil paintings and antiques with windows overlooking the garden. It's your standard European breakfast fare. Selections of meats, cheese, breads, yogurts, along with croissants fresh out of the oven. We would definitely stay here again!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Dec 2015
Kristy-Lee

Sleeping amongst history

I was drawn to the hotel due to its history. It did not disappoint. The rooms were a little dated, but very cosy and warm. My room was large and had lovely chairs. The bathroom was freshg and clean. THe location is fantastic, 2 mins to the old town, close to everything you would want to see for a short stay. The breakfast was simple, but I did get to eat with a suit of armour so matched my theme. The staff were friendly and helpful, there was no lift so keep the lugguage light.
10/10
Exceptional
01 Dec 2015
pete

Gtood period hotel in centre of Ghen

We were only in Ghent for one night at the Davis cup but we intend to go back and would definitely book this hotel again. This hotel had a distinctive architectural style and our room had old wooden beams supporting the roof. The only niggle was with the overbath mixer shower rather than a wall mounted over with shower screen. The staff were very helpful and breakfast was good.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
27 Jul 2015
Steve

Quaint, quiet, and quite the deal.

I chose Ghent because of the festival although I am not, one might say, fond of large crowds. The staff at the hotel turned out to be absolutely wonderful in helping me find my way both into the maelstrom and into quieter byways. The hotel is quaint, which means old, and that is it's charm. If you want big fluffy towels and designer shampoo, go somewhere else. This is for the traveler who knows when he or she sees a good deal -- and the Hotel Erasmus is a good deal. Nice neighborhood, too. Just one street and bridge away from the action, but very near to exceptional restaurants and views.
6/10
Pleasant
11 Jun 2015
Travelling Bob

Short break in Gent

After not being able to enter the hotel on Sunday between 6 & 8 pm due to the minimum staffing levels (keeps the price down) this is a lively clean old building with lots of character. my room (7) was spacious with possibly the largest bathroom I had in a hotel. The breakfasts were adequate in a splendid room with views over a formal enclosed garden.
The hotel is located on a quiet street and only a short walk to the centre and tram routes.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jul 2026
Nicole
Sehr nette Betreiber, sauberes Zimmer,sehr Zentral gelegen
Partner
4/10
Poor
16 Jun 2026
Ramon
Terrible. I don't know where the 10 out of 10 reviews come from. I had room 8 a so called upgrade on front side street in top. Room was clean but everything was terribly old. Bathroom molds, smelly,...mattrass old and thin. Spiderwebs and plaster coming from wall, doors old and worn out. No airco. Bad night. Breakfast was ok. Although friendly staff not coming back. Sorry
Self
10/10
Exceptional
16 Apr 2026
marie
Suite dans le bâtiment du 16ème siecle, tout simplement magnifique.
A 2 pas du chateau et des canaux.
Calme et petit déjeuner au top.
1 hôte charmand et prévenant.
Allez y sans hesitez
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Apr 2026
Stéphane
On se serait cru au temps des rois dans une très belle chambre d'époque médiévale. Un petit déjeuner très copieux. Parfait 👍
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Mar 2026
Marina
El personal muy amable y la ubicación es excelente.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
15 Mar 2026
Robert
Erg mooi, sfeervol en karakteristiek hotel. Zeer nette en Schone kamer. Wel zou de badkamer (douche) gemoderniseerd mogen worden. Bekwaam, voorkomend en vriendelijk personeel. Goed ontbijt. Goede locatie. Hotel is absoluut een aanrader
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jan 2026
Irmak
Tertemiz çok tatlı ve özel konseptli bir otel. Bayıldım
Self
8/10
Excellent
10 Dec 2025
Henrik
The hotel is close to center. Good direction far a restaurant. Breakfast beyond expectation. Fabulous. Bathing in a slippery bathtub could be improved.
Business
6/10
Pleasant
05 Aug 2025
SHIRIN
Great location. Nice personnel. But old rooms. Very uncomfortable.
Self

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POEL 25, Ghent, Belgium

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