Name: Guesthouse PoortAckere
Address: Oude Houtlei 56, Elisabethbegijnhof-Papegaai, 9000 Ghent, Belgium, Oude Houtlei 56, East-Flanders, 9000, Belgium
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $54 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.1

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Hotel Guesthouse PoortAckere

This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in restaurants, ambiance and food – Check location Oude Houtlei 56, Elisabethbegijnhof-Papegaai, 9000 Ghent, Belgium – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in restaurants, ambiance and food – Check location

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*8.3* Flanders Opera Ghent: only 6 minutes away! (1,600 feet by foot)

*8.7* St. Nicholas' Church: only 6 minutes away! (1,450 feet by foot)

*7.9* Design Museum Ghent: only 5 minutes away! (1,350 feet by foot)

*9.1* Graslei and Korenlei Ghent: only 5 minutes away! (1,200 feet by foot)

*8.9* St Michael's Church: only 3 minutes away! (750 feet by foot)

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The property is absolutely beautiful. I did not take advantage of the breakfast, but the room for dining was very elegant, as was the lobby and chapel.

Elise

United States of America

Great location, only a 5 minutes walk to the Korenmarkt. I really liked the historical atmosphere of the hotel. The room was clean and the bed was comfortable. The complementary bathrobe and slippers was very much appreciated! Excellent for the short walk to the shower rooms. Very friendly and professional staff.

Claes

Sweden

1) Breakfast: really very rich and of a good quality. 2) Location: The hotel is close to the city center, is located in a quiet street without much traffic. Supermarkets are a walking distance from the hotel 3) Staff is very friendly. 4) Hotel is reasonably priced.

Gentvisitor

Chile

This place was really surprising. It's a must to sleep in a place like this at least once. A nice combination of old and new.

Vladimir

Romania

Breakfast, the location, friendly and helpful staff, beautiful and special atmosphere of former monastery.

Yasushi

Germany

Beautiful old monastery/church building. Small room but more than enough space for 1 person. Wonderful staff and nice cozy bar on ground level. Great location on a quiet street just a few minutes walk to downtown medieval Ghent and accessible to all transit options.

John1725

United States of America

Location was wonderful; Very practical; friendly staff

Hilde

Belgium

When we arrived we missed the entrance and came into the church where the wedding was going. That was awesome. Wow effect.

Oleksandr

Ukraine

Strange mix of modern, luxury and old. A very unique experience.

Jim314

Luxembourg

The atmosphere is wonderful and staying in a gothic monastery is ovbiously suggestive, but the true strength of this place is its staff. Everyone is friendly, helpful and professional and it’s a pleasure to stay here because of it. Sitting in the garden also has its charm and there is a small but delightfully quiet bar in front of the neo-gothic church. Excellent wifi.

Irene

Italy

9.2

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“The property is absolutely beautiful. I did not take advantage of the breakfast, but the room for dining was very elegant, as was the lobby and chapel.”

Elise United States of America
“Great location, only a 5 minutes walk to the Korenmarkt. I really liked the historical atmosphere of the hotel. The room was clean and the bed was comfortable.”

Claes Sweden
“1) Breakfast: really very rich and of a good quality. 2) Location: The hotel is close to the city center, is located in a quiet street without much traffic.”

Gentvisitor Chile
“This place was really surprising. It's a must to sleep in a place like this at least once. A nice combination of old and new.”

Vladimir Romania
“Breakfast, the location, friendly and helpful staff, beautiful and special atmosphere of former monastery.”

Yasushi Germany
“Beautiful old monastery/church building. Small room but more than enough space for 1 person. Wonderful staff and nice cozy bar on ground level.”

John1725 United States of America
“Location was wonderful; Very practical; friendly staff”

Hilde Belgium
“When we arrived we missed the entrance and came into the church where the wedding was going. That was awesome. Wow effect.”

Oleksandr Ukraine
“Strange mix of modern, luxury and old. A very unique experience.”

Jim314 Luxembourg
“The atmosphere is wonderful and staying in a gothic monastery is ovbiously suggestive, but the true strength of this place is its staff.”

Irene Italy

This former monastery offers rooms in the center of Ghent, only a 10 minute walk from the Belfry. PoortAckere dates from 1278 and offers unique character, free Wi-Fi and a terrace on the grounds.

Guesthouse PoortAckere has a range of rooms, including the old nun’s quarters, situated throughout the historic building. Some of the rooms have a shared bathroom.

The restaurant serves elegant cuisine in the dining hall which features a high arched ceiling and Gothic windows. There is also a drinks menu featuring a range of beers to compliment the dishes offered.

Alijn House and the Design Museum are both within a 10-minute walk from the monastery. PoortAckere Guesthouse is a 45 minute drive from Bruges.

Elisabethbegijnhof-Papegaai is a great choice for travelers interested in restaurants, ambiance and food.

This is our guests' favorite part of Ghent, according to independent reviews.

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St Michael's Church
0.1 miles
St Michael's Bridge
0.2 miles
School van Toen
0.2 miles
Graslei and Korenlei Ghent
0.2 miles
Design Museum Ghent
0.3 miles
St. Nicholas' Church
0.3 miles
Flanders Opera Ghent
0.3 miles
Great Butchers' Hall
0.3 miles
Old Fish Market
0.3 miles
Glass Alley
0.3 miles

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Deurne Airport
33.2 miles
Zaventem Airport
35 miles
Ostend-Bruges Airport
38.4 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“The Historical monastery is simply fantastic and creates magic wherever you are...the lobby, stairs, the bathroom/shower, cafe/restaurant, rooftop, main...”

Robbie

Netherlands

7.9

“For a budget accommodation this is was perfect- near to the main destinations but in a quiet and unique location. The rooms are basic but have all the amenities...”

Karen

United Kingdom

9.1

“Excellent location and secure parking for motorbikes. Beautiful historic building and welcoming staff.”

Tim

United Kingdom

9.5

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Children not allowed.

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Pets are not allowed.

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“Great location, only a 5 minutes walk to the Korenmarkt. I really liked the historical atmosphere of the hotel. The room was clean and the bed was comfortable. The complementary bathrobe and slippers was very much appreciated! Excellent for the short walk to the shower rooms. Very friendly and professional staff.”

“1) Breakfast: really very rich and of a good quality. 2) Location: The hotel is close to the city center, is located in a quiet street without much traffic. Supermarkets are a walking distance from the hotel 3) Staff is very friendly. 4) Hotel is reasonably priced.”

“Beautiful old monastery/church building. Small room but more than enough space for 1 person. Wonderful staff and nice cozy bar on ground level. Great location on a quiet street just a few minutes walk to downtown medieval Ghent and accessible to all transit options.”

“The atmosphere is wonderful and staying in a gothic monastery is ovbiously suggestive, but the true strength of this place is its staff. Everyone is friendly, helpful and professional and it’s a pleasure to stay here because of it. Sitting in the garden also has its charm and there is a small but delightfully quiet bar in front of the neo-gothic church. Excellent wifi.”

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Reviewed: August 18, 2019

Kate
Ireland
9.6

“Comfortable central located”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Budget Single Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
It exceeded my expectation
The character of the building was beyond description. The staff were fantastic very helpful. Very comfortable bed. Fantastic breakfast. Very central.

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: August 18, 2019

Robbie
Netherlands
Age group: 35 – 44

1 helpful vote
7.9

“Magical monastery, basic noisey bedrooms.”
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Budget Single Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
My single bedroom (budget €52) was kind of basic and small with a very old bed and situated in a noisey angle of the building. Conclusion: no silence at all. In the day I heard staff working, in the night I heard every turn my neighbor made on the bed. It's not a place to stay in all day and load your battery.
The Historical monastery is simply fantastic and creates magic wherever you are...the lobby, stairs, the bathroom/shower, cafe/restaurant, rooftop, main entrance and square/front garden. The showers are modern and warm, floor heating included.

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: August 14, 2019

Elise
United States of America

1 helpful vote
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Budget Single Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
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The property is absolutely beautiful. I did not take advantage of the breakfast, but the room for dining was very elegant, as was the lobby and chapel.

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: August 13, 2019

Kamil
Ireland
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Budget Single Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Frendly staff, great location, clean room

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: August 7, 2019

Claes J
Sweden

2 helpful votes
8.8

Excellent
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Budget Single Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
The toilets could have been better, but they were still alright.
Great location, only a 5 minutes walk to the Korenmarkt. I really liked the historical atmosphere of the hotel. The room was clean and the bed was comfortable. The complementary bathrobe and slippers was very much appreciated! Excellent for the short walk to the shower rooms. Very friendly and professional staff.

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: August 5, 2019

Karen
United Kingdom
9.2

“Unique place to stay in a wonderful city”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Budget Single Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
For a budget accommodation this is was perfect- near to the main destinations but in a quiet and unique location. The rooms are basic but have all the amenities you need, including toiletries & robe. We stayed in the cheats rooms, and while the toilet & shower are shared they’re more than adequate.

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: August 2, 2019

Joseph
Netherlands
10

“i really enjoyed my stay !”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Budget Single Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
very nice building

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: August 2, 2019

Kevin
United States of America

4 helpful votes
7.5

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Budget Single Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
The price was much too high given the lack of ammenities. For example, the sink in my room only had a cold water faucet, no hot water.

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: July 30, 2019

Tatiana
United States of America
6.3

“I would stay again! The heat goes away but the place is interesting. And breakfast was the best!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The heat was unbearable.. and no fans😢
The church was amazing

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: July 23, 2019

Selina
South Korea
Age group: 35 – 44
7.9

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Budget Single Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Need to repair the wooden floors making noises
Historical place near to the center

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: July 19, 2019

Gentvisitor
Chile
10

“Reasonable for a solo traveler”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Budget Single Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 7 nights
1) Breakfast is not included in reservation price, is charged separately (17.50€/person/night), take into account when planning your budget. 2) Had some issues with sound isolation in my room: could clearly hear steps, sounds of bed squeaking and creaking somewhere nearby, sound of water flowing in the sink. Usually I don't care about such minor issues, but the first night woke up because of these sounds.
1) Breakfast: really very rich and of a good quality. 2) Location: The hotel is close to the city center, is located in a quiet street without much traffic. Supermarkets are a walking distance from the hotel 3) Staff is very friendly. 4) Hotel is reasonably priced.

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: July 17, 2019

Kavisha Kandanarachchige
Sri Lanka
7.5

Good
- • Solo traveler
- • Budget Single Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The Small Claustrophobic Room
Breakfast

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: July 16, 2019

Marianna
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Budget Single Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Super helpful and very kind staff. After suffering an injury on the Ghent tram tracks and having spent 6 hours at A&E, Frank at reception helped me to find a late night pharmacy to get my prescription.

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: July 16, 2019

Tim
United Kingdom
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Excellent location and secure parking for motorbikes. Beautiful historic building and welcoming staff.

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: July 15, 2019

Yiğit
Turkey
8.3

Very Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Budget Single Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
There were blood stains on the blanket and the towel.
Location and the authenticity of the hotel was perfect.

Stayed in July 2019

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