1898 The Post & Porter's house

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A rustic kitchen with wooden furniture, a checkered floor, and shelves filled with kitchenware.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a sofa, and a view of the city through the window.
A spiral staircase with ornate metal railings and wooden handrails, leading to a landing with a wooden table and a door with a glass panel.
A hallway with a wooden floor, a bench, and a bookshelf.
A table with chairs on a rooftop, overlooking a historic church with pointed towers.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services
The current price is AU$412
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct

Explore the area

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Graslei 16, Ghent, 9000
  • Place, Korenmarkt Square
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ghent Christmas Market
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Gravensteen Castle
    ‪4 min walk‬

Room options

Letter

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Stamp

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • City view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Postcard

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Envelope

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)
  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Carriage

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Carriage with Private Terrace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite 19

  • City view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite 23

  • City view
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite 2

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite 39

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Tower Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Loft

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite 18

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 57 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Letter

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite

  • City view
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Elite Suite

  • City view
  • 61 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Suite

  • City view
  • 89 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

About the area

Ghent

A luxury stay in the heart of Ghent awaits you at 1898 The Post & Porter's house. Within steps you'll find Korenmarkt Square and St. Michael's Bridge. Highlights at this hotel include a 24-hour gym and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Added amenities include a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 4-property class Ghent City Centre hotel include St. Nicholas' Church and Old Meat Market Hall.

What's nearby

  • Korenmarkt Square - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • St. Nicholas' Church - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ghent Town Hall - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Ghent Christmas Market - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Gravensteen Castle - 4 min walk - 0.4 km

Getting around

  • Merelbeke Station - 11 min drive
  • Brussels Airport (BRU) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Le Pain Quotidien - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Missy Sippy Blues & Roots Club - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Cobbler - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Manhattn's - ‬2 min walk

About this property

1898 The Post & Porter's house

There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A 24-hour fitness centre, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury 1898 The Post & Porter's house. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Ghent hotel is smoke free.

  • 38 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2017
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
1898 The Post & Porter's house offers 38 accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Ghent hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include complimentary newspapers, safes and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Parking on site (EUR 30 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 40 for adults and EUR 20 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Ecotours

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 steps to reach entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lift (127 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2017
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 50.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for EUR 30.0 per day.

Payment types

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Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 40 for adults and from EUR 20 for children
  • Self-parking fee: EUR 30 per day
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 30.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 50.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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)
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates). Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

1898 Post Hotel Ghent
1898 Post Hotel
1898 Post Ghent
1898 Post
1898 The Post Hotel
1898 The Post Ghent
1898 The Post Hotel Ghent

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at 1898 The Post & Porter's house?

1898 The Post & Porter's house offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at 1898 The Post & Porter's house?

As of 24 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 1898 The Post & Porter's house on 4 Oct 2026 start from AU$412, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at 1898 The Post & Porter's house?

Yep, 1898 The Post & Porter's house has a self car park for EUR 30 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

What makes 1898 The Post & Porter's house a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at 1898 The Post & Porter's house.

Does 1898 The Post & Porter's house serve breakfast?

You bet, buffet brekkie is available daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at 1898 The Post & Porter's house?

No, 1898 The Post & Porter's house does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at 1898 The Post & Porter's house?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at 1898 The Post & Porter's house?

No, pets are not allowed.

1898 The Post & Porter's house Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 733 out of 868 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 108 out of 868 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 868 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 868 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 868 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely historic hotel with helpful staff in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location Great property Friendly staff
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rocky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel exceeded my expectations. Great location! Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Post and Porter's House is in a great location and is within walking distance of two tram stops. The staff was very friendly and helpful whenever we had a question. The rooms are beautifully decorated, very clean and comfortable. We would definitely return to this hotel if we are in the area again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay in a beautiful hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was amazing! We upgraded to the Tower Suite for a good price. This was an amazingly unique room that made us not want to leave. Also in a great location
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

blake

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just an extremely elegant and well-run hotel with all the details accounted for, in a perfect location. I would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was pure 5 star. The property and room was amazing. The location was perfect. Truly a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place.Great location. Amazing cocktail bar. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Cara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were plesant, good aesthetic, great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is a funky gem in a fantastic location. Staff is what made the stay memorable and fantastic. From Reception, to Bar, to cleaning staff they could not have been nicer and accommodating. This made the trip a joy. Always available to help with suggestions.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a beautiful hotel in a great location. Views of the church outside our window! They had a great bar at the hotel and the staff was great!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Samantha Jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was lovely if not a little noisy from the public outside as our room was located at the front. The noisy however did strip around midnight. The amenities at the hotel were great and the staff were very helpful, attentive and always smiling. It was our anniversary and they organised a balloon, bottle of sparkling wine and a Belgium waffle in our room on arrival. The honestly bar was a relaxing space. We would definitely visit again
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Excellent place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The locals call this place The Palace and it is an exquisite hotel. Staff greeted us with prosecco and Belgian chocolates. Nice touch! Staff always smiling and extremely friendly. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Vinicio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was better than expected! One of the best hotels I have been.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

GA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay, prime position wonderful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel right on the canal! Very centrally located in Gent. The most unique hotel we’ve stayed in! We’ll be back!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Super location and ambience
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was SO COOL! We splurged for the one room with the private balcony overlooking the church and square. What a unique experience! The staff was so friendly and made us feel so welcome. They even helped us find dinner reservations for a restaurant that was fully booked. It felt like VIP treatment, and I got the impression they treated everyone that way. Excellent service! We really liked the bar there as well. It was beautiful and the drinks were excellent.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and great location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and a great vibe consistent with the historic town setting. Hotel has a first class bar and breakfast was very good. It is a unique hotel with the shower and bathroom sink built in a loft above the main bedroom with the toilet area on the first floor. Outside noise is a little loud as well but overall would highly recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Top hotel. So charming and whimsical! Great staff, food and attention to detail. I would stay again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay, amazing people and very walkable
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025