Top rated
Guests rate it highest for service, location and food.
9.41,217Reviews- Check-in from 12:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM.
- Exceptional locationGuests rate the location 9.8 out of 10, at Voorhoutkaai 44.
- Parking on siteAvailable at a charge the property sets.
Unique Floating Experience Hotel The Boatel offers a one-of-a-kind stay in Ghent, located just 800 metres from St Bavo's Cathedral. The property provides free WiFi and all rooms boast a picturesque river view.
Relaxing Terrace and Outdoor Activities Guests can unwind on the terrace or explore the surrounding area with activities like cycling. The hotel's serene atmosphere and outdoor options make it a perfect choice for nature lovers.
Convenient Location With Ghent Christmas Market a mere 700 metres away and Sint-Pietersstation Gent just 2.6 km from the boat, Hotel The Boatel is centrally situated for exploring the city. Additionally, being only 55 km from Brussels Airport, travel convenience is guaranteed.
Book now for a unique stay at Hotel The Boatel in Ghent!
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Heating
- Terrace
- Luggage storage
- Safety deposit box
- Ironing service
- Non-smoking throughout
Rooms
9.4
Top rated
Rated 9.4 out of 10 by 1,217 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness9.4
- Service10.0
- Location9.8
- Rooms9.2
- Amenities8.4
- Value9.1
- Food & drink9.5
Guests mention
Great locationFriendly serviceUnique experience
ElisabethGermanyCaptain Sven ist ein toller Gastgeber
Erste Übernachtung auf einem Boot. Es war sehr besonders und hat mir sehr gut gefallen. Das Zimmer war sehr gepflegt und das Frühstück war sehr lecker. Es gab frisches Obst und sogar selbst gemachte Marmelade. Captain…
SilviaGermanyBeste Unterkunft in der schönste Stadt Belgiens.El mejor hospedaje para la ciudad más bella de Bélgica.
Uns hat es alles sehr gut gefallen.
Personal Service, Unterkunft,näher der Stadt, Ruhe Lager, sehr gutes Frühstück, war alles Perfekt gewesen.
Otra manera de hospedarse, original y con una gran historia de fondo…
AndrewCanadaGreat location, unique experience, captain sven is a great guy
AmraniFranceBon séjour avec un bel emplacement et un très gentil accueil
Au bord de l’eau
José MiguelSpainPerfecto
El barco, el lugar y el dueño encantadores
MaryUnited KingdomA fantastic hotel , centrally located and friendly staff
Excellent location
Very friendly and helpful
Great breakfast
Very clean
Nothing
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
Voorhoutkaai 44, Ghent, Belgium
Guests rate the location 9.8 out of 10 — exceptional.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 12:00 PM until 10:00 PM
Check-out by 11:00 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Paid parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Hotel The Boatel
What time is check-in and check-out at Hotel The Boatel?
Check-in is from 12:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Hotel The Boatel allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Hotel The Boatel?
Yes — parking is available on site at a charge the property sets. We check the rate and whether a space can be reserved against your dates.
Does Hotel The Boatel have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Does Hotel The Boatel have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
How do I book Hotel The Boatel?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Hotel The Boatel?
Voorhoutkaai 44, Ghent.
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