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houseboat near city center

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Outdoor dining
Miscellaneous
Miscellaneous
2 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire house boat

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 380 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
  • Water view
The current price is €165
includes taxes & fees
7 May - 8 May

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire house boat to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

houseboat near city center

Welcome aboard houseboat 'Bellevue', the perfect place for a stay in Ghent. Located on the water of the Upper Scheldt, we offer a comfortable guesthouse for up to three people. Enjoy the peace and serenity of the water while being only minutes away from the vibrant city center.

Your stay is the entire prow of the boat, and includes a double bedroom, a single bedroom, a breakfast room, a bathroom, a separate shower, and a toilet. You can also use the spacious terrace on the deck.

A self-service breakfast can be provided at 15 euros/person.
Private underground parking can be rented at 10 euros/day

Property manager

Bart

Languages

Dutch, English, French

Add dates for prices

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 861 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk hours vary at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Map
Gent, Vlaams Gewest

What's nearby

  • Ghent University - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Ghent University Hospital - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Saint Bavo Cathedral - 6 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Ghent Town Hall - 6 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Gravensteen Castle - 9 min drive - 4.3 km

Getting around

  • Ghent-Sint-Pieters Station - 8 min drive
  • Brussels Airport (BRU) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bocca - Citadellaan - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Cafetaria Strop - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Ode Lunchbar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Cozette - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Achturenhuis - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is houseboat near city center pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at houseboat near city center ?

As of 16 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at houseboat near city center on 7 May 2025 start from €164.6, 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.

What time is check-in at houseboat near city center ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at houseboat near city center ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is houseboat near city center located?

Located in Strop, this houseboat is within a 15-minute walk of Citadel Park, City Museum for Contemporary Art and Muink Park. St. Peter's Abbey and Ghent ICC are also within 15 minutes. Ghent-Sint-Pieters Station is 22 minutes by foot and Ghent (GNE-Sint-Pieters Train Station) is 22 minutes.

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Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

Great place
Wonderful place in a historic city with a very welcoming host.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexander G.

Perfect stay
We had an amazing stay on that house boat in Ghent!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan F.

Unique place to stay while visiting a beautiful city!
Great stay! Great host! Comfy bed! Close to city center! Would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew P.

All you could ask for from a short stay
BART was a fantastic host and the houseboat was lovely. Spotlessly clean, comfortable and great location - peaceful. Highly recommended. Thank you, Bart, for your warm hospitality.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

A houseboat with chickens! Quiet clean, nice breakfast. The hosts were friendly and welcoming. 30 minute walk to old-town
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susanne H.

Tolle Erfahrung
Liebevoll eingerichtetes Schiff, toller, hilfsbereiter Eigner. Jederzeit wieder!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cédric D.

Sejour original
Sejour depaysant et original, hôte tres sympathique
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy W.

Gent als Tagesausflug
Das Hausboot ist sehr schön. Von innen sehr gut und modern eingerichtet. Auf dem Deck müsste man den Boden etwas in Ordnung bringen. Der Gastgeber war sehr freundlich. Das Frühstück tip top. Wir waren sehr zufrieden.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024