Boutique hotel 1898 The Post offers accommodations in an iconic, historical building in the heart of Ghent. It is located in the former post office. The hotel has 38 rooms and suites that are decorated elegantly with antique furniture. They also feature high ceilings or sloped roofs. All rooms & suites offer views of the city, king-size beds, free WiFi, modern technology and luxury amenities. Guests can come to The Kitchen to relax, work, or enjoy a nice cup of coffee. It is a shared area, with an open fireplace overlooking Ghent. The Kitchen offers an American buffet breakfast, a selection of fresh and seasonal light dishes for lunch and homemade pastries for afternoon tea. The hotel also features a cocktail bar: The Cobbler, named after the special type of cocktail shaker. The hotel's world-class bartenders offer a creative range of cocktails, as well as a selection of fine tapas and delicacies. The hotel also has a meeting room of 57 m2 suitable for up to 10 people in boardroom style, with the option to organize coffee breaks or light lunches. Located in between the Graslei and the Kornmarkt, during this festive period the Christmas market is only a few yards away. Antwerp International Airport is 33 mi from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the best-rated area in Ghent, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.8

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Vegetarian, American, Buffet

Private parking available


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
2 twin beds
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Guest reviews
Review score
Guest review summary
This is an automated summary based on 235 reviews from the past 12 months.
Guests loved the <b>central location</b> of 1898 The Post, making it easy to explore Ghent. The staff received high praise for their friendliness and helpfulness. <b>Breakfast</b> was well-received, though some found seating uncomfortable. The bar was a highlight, while <b>room comfort</b> received mixed reviews due to noise and layout.
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Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
8.7
Location
9.8
Free Wifi
9.4
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Maggie
    United States of America United States of America
    Great location, unique property and wonderful staff!
  • Deborah
    United States of America United States of America
    Amazing location! Great bar. Room was very clean and spacious.
  • Margaret
    United States of America United States of America
    Incomparable beauty and history of place and perfect location. Staff was very helpful and exceptionally caring and accomodationg.
  • Matthew
    United States of America United States of America
    The location is fantastic!. The staff were friendly. Rooms were very clean and very cool decor. We had a great view out our window!
  • Sasha
    Canada Canada
    Perfect location in the heart of Gent, with the most beautiful rooms.
  • Susan
    United States of America United States of America
    Hospitality! Location, comfy rooms -bedding, shower, amenities. Fun bar
  • Kathryn
    United States of America United States of America
    The building was charming with interesting touches. The location was great.
  • Rie
    United States of America United States of America
    Beautiful interesting boutique hotel in the middle of Ghent. High end but with no pretense. Staff was amazing from assisting us with luggage to helping us add a night to our planned stay. Every single staff member we encountered was friendly...
  • Upasna
    United States of America United States of America
    excellent decor of the hotel and room, comfortable bed and shower
  • Mark
    United States of America United States of America
    Amazing location! Very enjoyable amenities and the staff was great!

Hotel area info

Amenities of 1898 The Post
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular amenities

  • Private Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Room service
  • Terrace
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet

View

  • City view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Kitchen

  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Telephone
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Private parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is needed) and costs € 25 per day.

    Services

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Concierge
    • Wake-up service
    • Dry cleaning
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    • 24-hour front desk
    • Meeting/Banquet facilities
      Additional charge
    • Room service

    Entertainment & Family Services

    • Board games/Puzzles

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • 24-hour security
    • Safe

    General

    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Heating
    • Soundproof
    • Soundproof rooms
    • Elevator
    • Family rooms
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Accessibility

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Upper floors accessible by elevator

    Languages Spoken

    • English
    • Spanish
    • French
    • Dutch

    House rules
    1898 The Post takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM
    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
    Check-out
    Until 12:00 PM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 14 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Crib upon request
    € 25 per child, per night
    3 - 13 years
    Extra bed upon request
    € 50 per child, per night

    Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Groups
    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
    Accepted payment methods
    American ExpressVisaMastercardCash

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please note, when booking 6 or more rooms, other policies and charges may apply. Please contact the property for more information.

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform 1898 The Post of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    FAQs about 1898 The Post

    • Check-in at 1898 The Post is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

    • 1898 The Post is 1,000 feet from the center of Ghent. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at 1898 The Post may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Room options at 1898 The Post include:

      • Double
      • Suite
      • Twin

    • 1898 The Post offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Guests staying at 1898 The Post can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.0).

        Breakfast option(s) include:

        • Vegetarian
        • American
        • Buffet