UNESCO's world heritage list includes 14 of Belgium's classic begijnhofs, idyllically peaceful towns-within-towns. These were originally founded to shelter women whose husbands had left to fight in the crusades. A Place to Be offers you a unique and very homely B&B within the you… Full Lonely Planet Review ›

This super little B&B is 6km (3.7mi) east of the old town. It's a great choice if you're driving and plan to explore the surrounding countryside. The free parking and easy vehicle access contrast glaringly with central Ghent whose one-way labyrinth is (deliberately) one of Europe… Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Artist Gaby de Schepper hosts one of central Ghent's most personal and charming B&B's with two rooms above her Patershol gallery. The facade is decorated with white wrought-iron swirls, echoing Gaby's marvellously organic nude portraits pensively wrapped up in what appears to be … Full Lonely Planet Review ›

This pedigree townhouse B&B whispers incitements to travel the world. Dotted about the elegant, heritage-flavour lounge are plenty of map-globes and the guest rooms are themed by continent. A Chokotoff (Belgian chocolate caramel) awaits on your pillow tempting a dentally-challeng… Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Three varied rooms in a lovely 1890 townhouse overlook the canal through the attractively gnarled plane trees. Each room has a private shower but the bright new toilets are communal. The location is handy for Gent-Dampoort station and closer to the old centre than you might imagi… Full Lonely Planet Review ›

This loveable, homely B&B offers one of the best deals in Ghent. The 19th-century house was built into the cloister of a former abbey retaining elements of both Napoleonic and 15th-century murals. There's a delightful little garden courtyard and a real family welcome. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Central yet remarkably quiet, two excellent rooms are tucked way back behind a store called N'Importe Quoi (French for 'Whatever'). This marvellous old-beamed emporium stocks 20-century curiosities that fall somewhere between antiques and amusing bric-a-brac. Access to the rooms … Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Bed en Ontbijt simply translates as Bed and Breakfast. This peaceful yet central B&B has featured in style magazines and is run by an unusually youthful hostess in her early 30s. Decor-wise, old-meets-new with pared-down woodwork, books on hip hotels and carefully chosen modern l… Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Surveying the junction of Ghent's most scenic waterways, this picturesque brick-and-stone step-gabled building looks medieval though it actually dates from 1934. It's principally a bakery-cafe serving delicious crusty breads, soups and a good value meal-of-the-day. But there are … Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Little about this unimposing suburban neighbourhood prepares you for the hidden glories that distinguish this friendly B&B. Each of the three modestly priced rooms oozes character as though designed for an English country mansion. Each is packed with fascinating antique knick-kna… Full Lonely Planet Review ›

ChambrePlus is a B&B that offers that indefinable little something extra. It's wonderfully central and stylishly homely. But it's the human touch that guests rave about. The owners combine professional cooking and hotel management skills but it's their evident relish in delightin… Full Lonely Planet Review ›

This hotel is often misleadingly dubbed the 'oldest hotel in Ghent'. However, that statistic refers to a lovely 1228 building across the street, now the hotel's offices. Meanwhile only a couple of guest rooms in the main 19th-century building retain antique elements. Others have … Full Lonely Planet Review ›

An almost surreal calm reigns over this sturdy historic townhouse built on the virtually invisible ruins of a historic palace. The location is helpfully central and featured in the 2005 movie Buitenspel. Each room is unique, two offering sheltered grassy areas to sunbathe, the ot… Full Lonely Planet Review ›

House, gallery and B&B merge into one memorable experience on a quiet but central canal-side. Brimming with unflappable enthusiasm, owner Wouter delights at having created one of Ghent's most vibrant artistic spaces. The thrill is infectious. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Come here for reasonable rates, recently- renovated rooms and Ghent's finest Parisian-style bistro-cafe within which the receptionists lurk. Prudish guests might be perturbed by the proximity of Amsterdam-style 'pink windows'. However, the friendly hotel is not part of the red-li… Full Lonely Planet Review ›

The partly-medieval ambience, superb buffet breakfast, friendly staff and central location make this 16th-century-house hotel an all-round good option. Some of the rooms have a slightly dowdy feel, mainly due to somewhat ill-chosen colour schemes. However others are delightful an… Full Lonely Planet Review ›

This wonderfully central budget hotel strikes a great balance between quality and price. A big step up from a hostel, the Flandria has a rabbit warren of decent rooms tucked away on a quiet backstreet just two blocks from the Belfry, Ghent's finest monument. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

This appealing B&B occupies a 17th-century house in the Oud Begijnhof, a wonderfully quiet area that rates amongst the most attractive in Ghent. Very much a real home, the rooms aren't overly luxurious but the house's beams, fireplaces and occasional idiosyncratic little Asian to… Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Attractive, low-key B&B successfully blending historical, 70s and contemporary design elements. The young hosts are charmingly obliging and the quiet, somewhat off-beat location is convenient for a variety of interesting attractions. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

This is your chance to sleep in a genuine canal boat in unusual comfort. While not lavishly luxurious, rooms are surprisingly spacious considering you're in a cabin. Sadly views of old Ghent's spires are masked by the ugly concrete of the Belgacom tower. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Think 1001 Nights and you're right on track. It has two spacious rooms. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Pleasant ground located a long way west of the city. Take bus 9 (direction Mariakerke) from St Pietersstation to the Europabrug stop, then take bus 38 or 39, which stop out the front. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

One self-contained ground-floor studio room is up for grabs in this little B&B, located in the charming Patershol quarter. In (the vibrant host) and her architect husband have managed to squeeze every conceivable appliance (including washing machine and clothes dryer) into the st… Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Spartan doesn't begin to describe this avant-garde B&B located in what is now the shell of an old townhouse right in the centre. 'Art&design and movements inbetween' is the owner's description of the place. Come without expectations (easy enough considering Ingrid's and Frank's w… Full Lonely Planet Review ›