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 $66 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.1

Info & prices
Facilities
House Rules
Guest Reviews (788)

Hotel Guesthouse PoortAckere

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

*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)

Lock in a great price for Guesthouse PoortAckere – rated 8.1 by recent guests!

to get started.

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

This place was amazing, especially for the price! It is a medieval monastery, but equipped with all the modern facilities you might want (Wifi, TV, espresso, etc.). The staff are very friendly, and it is located just a few minutes away from the town center. I would stay here again in a heartbeat.

Evan, United States of America

The building and entire interior was nice. There was a live music act downstairs, walking distance from city center, it really exceeded my expectations.

Db, United Kingdom

the building is extraordinary and to live and sleep in a real monastery is amazing. the stuff is extremely helpful and nice. the showers and the toilet were exceptionally clean.

Sanja, Serbia

The location was perfect, close to the main center, shops and main sites. Easy to find, very unique in style. Service was perfect. I'd definitly recommend it to a friend.

Daniel, Hungary

When the place is full it might be noisy. Bed was bouncy, toilet far away in the hallway and down a stairs which was a little creepy at night. Bring slippers for shower, but take care that the tiles in the hallway get REALLY slippery...

Marije, Netherlands

9.0

Excellent location!
Great neighborhood
Great neighborhood
Great neighborhood
Great neighborhood
Great neighborhood
Great neighborhood
Great neighborhood
Great neighborhood
Great neighborhood
Great neighborhood
Great neighborhood
Great neighborhood
Great neighborhood
Great neighborhood
Great neighborhood
Great neighborhood
Great neighborhood
Great neighborhood
Great neighborhood
Great neighborhood
Great neighborhood
Great neighborhood
Great neighborhood
Great neighborhood

What guests loved the most:
“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 place was amazing, especially for the price! It is a medieval monastery, but equipped with all the modern facilities you might want (Wifi, TV, espresso, etc.). ”

Evan United States of America
“The building and entire interior was nice. There was a live music act downstairs, walking distance from city center, it really exceeded my expectations.”

Db United Kingdom
“the building is extraordinary and to live and sleep in a real monastery is amazing. the stuff is extremely helpful and nice. the showers and the toilet were exceptionally clean.”

Sanja Serbia
“The location was perfect, close to the main center, shops and main sites. Easy to find, very unique in style. Service was perfect. I'd definitly recommend it to a friend.”

Daniel Hungary
“When the place is full it might be noisy. Bed was bouncy, toilet far away in the hallway and down a stairs which was a little creepy at night. ”

Marije Netherlands

One of our best sellers in Ghent! 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, atmosphere and history.

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

We speak your language!

Guesthouse PoortAckere has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Nov 13, 2009
Hotel chain/brand: Historic Hotels

Missing some information?

Brilliant!

Most Popular Facilities

Parking

Free WiFi

Family rooms

Non-smoking rooms

Facilities for disabled guests

24-hour front desk

Bar

Guests love...

“friendly staff”
28 related reviews

“city centre”
18 related reviews

“beautiful building”
12 related reviews

Breakfast Info

Buffet

Free WiFi
Guests consistently rate the WiFi as excellent

Private parking at the hotel

Checkin day

Checkin month

Checkout day

Checkout month

Availability

When would you like to stay at Guesthouse PoortAckere?

Check-in Date

Check-out Date

Rooms

Adults

Children

4 properties in Ghent like Guesthouse PoortAckere were booked in the last 12 hours

4 reasons to choose Guesthouse PoortAckere

Why book with us?

Manage your bookings online

The staff speaks English

Booking is safe

Hotel surroundings – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in restaurants, atmosphere and history – Check location Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!

Closest Landmarks

St Michael's Church
0.1 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
Ghent City Hall
0.3 miles

Closest Airports

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

What Travelers Love About This Location

“I love this place! it has a very unique style, the history behind is something that I like most. Clean, great staff and great location.”

Diandrev

Belgium

9.1

“Friendly staff, easy check in and check out. The room was clean and the hotel environment is just great. Close to restaurants and bars (5-10 min walk) Totally ...”

Diandrev

Belgium

“A large group of us all stayed in single rooms, which were exceptionally clean and very charming. Lovely bathrobes and slippers in each room for the trip to the...”

Kunak

Ireland

9.5

Are you missing any information about this area?

Brilliant!

House Rules Guesthouse PoortAckere takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM

Check-out

7:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children and Extra Beds

Children cannot be accommodated at the hotel.

There is no capacity for extra beds in the room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Guesthouse PoortAckere accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

“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

“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

“This place was amazing, especially for the price! It is a medieval monastery, but equipped with all the modern facilities you might want (Wifi, TV, espresso, etc.). The staff are very friendly, and it is located just a few minutes away from the town center. I would stay here again in a heartbeat.”

Evan

“When the place is full it might be noisy. Bed was bouncy, toilet far away in the hallway and down a stairs which was a little creepy at night. Bring slippers for shower, but take care that the tiles in the hallway get REALLY slippery...”

Marije

Netherlands

See all guest reviews for Guesthouse PoortAckere

Newest Reviews for Guesthouse PoortAckere

Reviewed: April 20, 2019

John1725
United States of America
Age group: 45 – 54
9.6

“Great location, wonderful staff, impressive former monastery building give a great experience.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Budget Single Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 4 nights
Bathrooms were basic but clean and functional, they were down the hall and down a half flight of stairs.
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.

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 13, 2019

Ezgi
Turkey
10

Exceptional
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Budget Single Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The athmosphere of the place and location eda fantastic. If l have a chance to stay in Ghent again, l prefer to stay at the same place.

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 12, 2019

Benedict
Netherlands

13 helpful votes
8.5

“old monastery atmosphere with modern comfort.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Budget Single Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
There isn't much what I didn't like, perhaps some people find it inconvenient that with some rooms the bathroom and toilet is is shared, but this is clearly indicated in the room description and reflected in the price. Don't expect real big price drops compared to other hotels in the vicinity, but considering the unique setting and good location I still think prices are quite reasonable.
Unique setting in a former monastery which has been adapted to accomodate visitors as comfortable as possible without loosing too much of the original intention of the property. Obviously changes had to be made, like comfortable modern bathroom facilities, but at the same time they still managed to preserve much of the old "monastery" atmosphere. Location terrific within a few hundred meters of the historic city centre.

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: April 11, 2019

Anonymous
Bulgaria
8.8

“It was surpisingly interesting place with a unigue atmosphere”
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Budget Single Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
The palce for breakfast was great

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 2, 2019

Andrew
United Kingdom
8.3

Very Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 3 nights
Just one little grumble, no hot running water or tea making facilities in the rooms. Other than that great.
Close to the town centre

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: March 12, 2019

Alexandra
United Kingdom
9.6

“Historic, atmospheric and comfortable”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Budget Single Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
Just a charming place, in a converted monastery. My room was small but comfortable, well-proportioned and atmospheric. It was spotlessly clean. The shower and WC were down the corridor but not terribly inconvenient. The staff were absolutely lovely. I'd happily stay here again.

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: February 28, 2019

Hilde
Belgium

2 helpful votes
8.3

Very Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Budget Single Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
The water in the shower was cold; it was fixed when noticed. Room was very small. Basic facilities.
Location was wonderful; Very practical; friendly staff

Stayed in February 2019
Reviewed: February 26, 2019

Blackpacker
Thailand
7.9

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Budget Single Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
Nothing
Good location

Stayed in February 2019
Reviewed: January 30, 2019

Anonymous
Germany
7.1

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Budget Single Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
the former funtion of the building, being a former convent, passes its atmosphere on to the Hotel rooms and gives them a sometimes - for my taste - too puritanical atmosphere. ratio common showers and toilets to hotel rooms was a bit odd.
nice breakfast, the overall outline of the building is impressive, the location within the city is great, the price compared to other hotels in Gents city centre is fantastic.

Stayed in January 2019
Reviewed: January 20, 2019

Michael
United Kingdom
8.3

“Fitted my needs perfectly.”
- • Solo traveler
- • Budget Single Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
Given the fact that it's a monastery, there is not a great deal the owners can do without ripping the heart out of the atmosphere. Stunning building and setting.

Stayed in January 2019
Reviewed: January 14, 2019

Thibault
France
9.6

Exceptional
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Budget Single Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Lovely place to spend days in Ghent.

Stayed in January 2019
Reviewed: January 4, 2019

Gwen
Netherlands

3 helpful votes
7.5

“Great place to explore the city.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 4 nights
I booked a single room with a shared toilet. Unfortunately the toilet was not clean and often out of toilet paper. Since the doors have no door knob you can tell exactly when your neighbors are back because of te big bang with which the doors close.
Of course the scenery and atmosphere of the monasterium is really great. Location is awesome too, everything at a walking distance. Staff was very friendly.

Stayed in January 2019
Reviewed: December 26, 2018

diandrev
Belgium
9.2

“good location!”
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Budget Single Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
At this time, the hotel canceled the reservation without sending a email, message or a phone call (I did the check in at 10 pm). I didn't receive a message from booking.com about this problem. BUT lucky enough the hotel still has some available rooms. (unfortunately the room had the heating system off, so it took 2 hours for the heating system to warm-up the room)
I love this place! it has a very unique style, the history behind is something that I like most. Clean, great staff and great location.

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 22, 2018

Oleksandr Krasko
Ukraine
Age group: 25 – 34
6.7

Pleasant
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Budget Single Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The hotel overcharged me. Booking.com said I would have to pay in local currency (that meant euro), the hotel had its income in euro. My card has euro currency, however the hotel decided to charge me in USD and hotel’s bank converted the currencies with its commission ~7%. So I was overcharged in euro. The winner is a hotel’s bank, the loser is me. That was a pity. So I downgraded the hotel’s rate as there was an agreement about a certain price when I paid more
When we arrived we missed the entrance and came into the church where the wedding was going. That was awesome. Wow effect.

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 8, 2018

R.P.B.V.
Sweden
6.7

“Relatively cheap”
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
I was in one of these single rooms without toilet and shower. So we had a common toilet and shower. The shower room was fine; i think there were two of those. But the toilet was horrible, I would say, there was no heating there so it was cold inside and the toilet itself is really small. The floors are creaking and my door was too noisy.
It was relatively cheap and the location was good. Reception is on call even when I arrived minutes after midnight.

Stayed in December 2018

Sleeps	Room Type
	Budget Single Room with Shared Bathroom 1 twin bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content Parking This simply furnished room comes with a writing desk. The shared shower and toilet are in the hallway, as well as free tea/coffee-making facilities. Room Facilities: • Bathrobe • Desk • Shared bathroom • Free toiletries • Heating • Shared toilet • Slippers • Garden view Free WiFi! Parking: Private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed) and costs EUR 15 per day. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Single Room with Shared Bathroom 1 twin bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content Parking This simply furnished room includes a writing desk and a TV. The shared shower and toilet are in the hallway, as well as free tea/coffee-making facilities. Room Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • TV • Telephone • Bathrobe • Desk • Shared bathroom • Free toiletries • Heating • Shared toilet • Slippers • Garden view Free WiFi! Parking: Private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed) and costs EUR 15 per day. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content

Hotel Guesthouse PoortAckere

Guesthouse PoortAckere

Most Popular Facilities

Guests love...

Availability

4 reasons to choose Guesthouse PoortAckere

Why book with us?

See availability Hotel surroundings – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in restaurants, atmosphere and history – Check location Excellent location – show map Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!

Closest Landmarks

Closest Airports

Most Popular Landmarks

What Travelers Love About This Location

See availability Facilities of Guesthouse PoortAckere

Most Popular Facilities

Outdoors

Pets

Activities

Food & Drink

Internet

Parking

Services

General

Languages Spoken

See availability House Rules Guesthouse PoortAckere takes special requests – add in the next step!

Search

What guests loved the most:

Didn't find the right hotel?

Newest Reviews for Guesthouse PoortAckere

The Best of Ghent Click here to see more hotels and accommodations near popular landmarks in Ghent

Convention Centers

Institutions

Landmarks

Monuments

Museums

Parks

Popular Areas

Shopping Areas

Theaters

Airports

Train Stations

Verified reviews from real guests.

How does it work?

It starts with a booking

Followed by a trip

And finally, a review

Save up to 50% in Ghent

Awesome! You're now subscribed

Hotel surroundings – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in restaurants, atmosphere and history – Check location Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!

Facilities of Guesthouse PoortAckere

House Rules Guesthouse PoortAckere takes special requests – add in the next step!