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1898 The Post

City-center Ghent hotel with bar/lounge

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Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 35 per person)
Suite 18 | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Interior
Letter | View from room
Carriage with Private Terrace | Terrace/patio
Located in the heart of Ghent City Centre, 1898 The Post offers an upscale retreat with a charming garden and cozy bar. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, enjoy luggage storage, or relax on the terrace. With helpful staff and top-notch property condition, previous guests have fallen in love with this hotel's warm atmosphere.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Self parking
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
$214 nightly
The total price is $235
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Total with taxes and fees

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Suite 2 | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Suite 2

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Envelope | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Envelope

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 269 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Letter | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Letter

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 322 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite 23 | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Suite 23

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Stamp | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Stamp

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 204 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Carriage with Private Terrace | Terrace/patio

Carriage with Private Terrace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 377 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Loft | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Loft

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
  • 699 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Tower Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Tower Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite 18 | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Suite 18

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
  • 614 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Letter | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Letter

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 322 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Carriage

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 322 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite 39 | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Junior Suite 39

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite 19 | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Suite 19

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Postcard | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Postcard

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Graslei 16, Ghent, 9000

What's nearby

  • Korenmarkt Square - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Ghent Town Hall - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Saint Bavo Cathedral - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Gravensteen Castle - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Ghent University - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Brussels Airport (BRU) - 64 min drive
  • Wondelgem Station - 8 min drive
  • Merelbeke Station - 11 min drive
  • Ghent-Dampoort Station - 22 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪De Post - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Le Pain Quotidien - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪De Witte Leeuw - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Manhattn's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Cobbler - ‬1 min walk

About this property

1898 The Post

Located near a train station, 1898 The Post is a great choice for a stay in Ghent. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and buffet breakfast is available on weekends. Other highlights include a snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and overall property condition.

Languages

Dutch, English, French, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 38 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite parking available only on request
    • Onsite self parking (EUR 30 per day)
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) on weekend mornings 8:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Ecotours

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Built in 2017
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 50
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • 10 stairs to reach property
  • Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Minibar
  • Espresso maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3.50 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 35 for adults and EUR 15 for children
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for EUR 30.0 per day
  • Rollaway beds are available for EUR 50.0 per night

Parking

  • Self parking costs EUR 30 per day
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
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, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
This property is located in a car-free zone. Guests may reserve parking by contacting the property to register their license plate and receive an access code for the property's parking facility.

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

Does 1898 The Post offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, 1898 The Post does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at 1898 The Post?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at 1898 The Post?

Yes. Self parking costs EUR 30 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at 1898 The Post?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out is available.

What is there to do at 1898 The Post and nearby?

Onsite recreation at 1898 The Post includes ecotours. 1898 The Post also has a garden.

What's the area around 1898 The Post like?

1898 The Post is in Ghent City Centre, a short 1-minute walk from Korenmarkt Square and 4 minutes' walk from Gravensteen Castle. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

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1898 The Post Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Room
Location
Breakfast
Bar
Bed
Shopping center
Ambience
Shower
View

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Loved our stay, amazing people and very walkable
Ali, 5-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Location excellent
Bob, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

I absolutely loved this hotel. The room was fantastic with a great view.
Leticia, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Excelente hotel
Luis, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

I had a great stay. Excellent staff, perfect location, charming hotel, really nice breakfast, and even a great mattress. Highly recommended.
Carol, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

We travel a lot. The team here are up with the best. We really enjoyed our visit.
Ruth, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful hotel located on a canal and centrally located for exploring the city. Nice patio for lunch and people watching. Friendly staff and just generally a unique place to stay.
William, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Stunning hotel. Would absolutely stay here again. 5 stars.
Katherine, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great Location!
Jennifer, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great property! A lot of history in this place. Amazing STAFF! Very friendly and very helpful. The location is unbeatable, it's in the heart of the city.
Agustin, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

One of the best hotels I’ve stayed at. If you’re visiting Ghent definitely stay here! Most central location and beautiful interior, room, breakfast experience and more.
Kevin, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Historic and tasteful, comfortable, and conveniently located.
Brenda, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The best location in all of Ghent to stay! Close to all the attractions Loved the terrace on the river. Would for sure make this your number one pick of where to stay in Ghent!
Joan, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Must stay in Ghent

My favorite hotel of a trip with many stops. Stunning inside and out!
Jennifer, 3-night trip

6/10 Okay

Very small room! Could not ever fit a chair in! Bathroom was up from bedroom. Would not return if in Ghent.
Joel, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Unique property on the water with entrance from central square area. Great service, interesting rooms and great dining.
jose luis, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Romantic Experience

Very romantic setting with super easy access to main attractions in the city.
Sean, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

We got upgraded to a Loft room and it was an amazing room with wonderful views. Beautiful unique hotel in the center of the city. It was loud at night, but there was an event happening in the square that weekend.
Krista, 3-night trip

8/10 Good

Great location and staff, but there is an issue with the split level bedroom/ bathroom that needs to be addressed.
Nick, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Storybook setting…

Beautiful place to stay. Very unique. Styled wonderfully so you feel like you’re in a story. If you struggle with stairs though, I’d consider elsewhere. If you’re good with stairs make sure you check out all the nooks and crannies. Bed very comfy.
1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Excellent Stay

Excellent stay, lovely hotel in the centre of town. Reception team were all very informative and helpful. The bar and breakfast staff similarly were extremely courteous and helpful.
Stephen, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful stay

Absolutely dreamy stay at 1898 The Post, from the location, accommodations, service, to wonderful and unique amenities.
1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Staff was extremely helpful! The property is very cozy and close to many places to eat. Walkable to major sites
Candra, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great property in a choice location. The bar is is a great space with fun staff.
John, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Beautifully presented hotel in a fantastic location. Very helpful staff and extremely comfortable.
Dannielle, 1-night trip