Title: Gulden Anker Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Gulden Anker Riverwalk hotel with 24-hour fitness centre and sauna ![Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 13.50 per person)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41930000/41925900/41925832/13788987.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Standard Quadruple Room | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41930000/41925900/41925832/d64dc02c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41930000/41925900/41925832/d342834b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41930000/41925900/41925832/1e2935ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41930000/41925900/41925832/96ff3716.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located by the river, Gulden Anker offers a warm welcome with a daily manager's reception and international cuisine at Restaurant Golden Anchor. Unwind on the terrace or rejuvenate in the sauna, then enjoy convenient amenities like free WiFi, dry cleaning services, and multilingual staff. 8.0 Very good ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Bar - Gym - Breakfast available - Housekeeping - Laundry ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 30 - Oct 31](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=41925832&PinnedHotelID=41925832&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=41925832&PinnedHotelID=41925832&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 31 - Nov 1](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=41925832&PinnedHotelID=41925832&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=41925832&PinnedHotelID=41925832&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 31 - 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For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Restaurant Golden Anchor, serves dinner. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and an outdoor entertainment area, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Additional perks include: - Free self-parking - Buffet breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and a reception hall - 2 meeting rooms, outdoor furniture and multilingual staff Room features All rooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes. Extra amenities include: - Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles - Baths or showers, free toiletries and hairdryers - 32-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels - Wardrobes/cupboards, cots/infant beds and heating ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3300/3247/387cdccf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### NH Mechelen Mechelen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Breakfast available - Parking available 8.0 Very good 246 reviews £75 includes taxes & fees 23 Nov - 24 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=3247&PinnedHotelID=3247&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Deluxe Double Room, Garden View (Beuk) | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21880000/21872600/21872565/3e3d9537.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Aquarand Zemst - Pool - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 18 reviews £128 includes taxes & fees 13 Nov - 14 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-13&endDate=2025-11-14&selected=21872565&PinnedHotelID=21872565&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Twin Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90950000/90943800/90943754/1d39dc9a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### B&B HOTEL Mechelen Mechelen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Breakfast available 9.0 Wonderful 132 reviews £76 includes taxes & fees 2 Nov - 3 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=90943754&PinnedHotelID=90943754&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Standard Twin Room | Pillow-top beds, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4440000/4434600/4434520/518848a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3 Paardekens - City Centre Hotel Mechelen - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Breakfast available - Housekeeping 7.8 Good 166 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-13&endDate=2025-11-14&selected=4434520&PinnedHotelID=4434520&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3540000/3533900/3533818/3b0c9656.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Vé Mechelen - Pool - Hot tub - Spa - Free WiFi 8.8 Excellent 348 reviews £79 includes taxes & fees 9 Nov - 10 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-09&endDate=2025-11-10&selected=3533818&PinnedHotelID=3533818&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free offsite parking - Street parking available - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 13.50 for adults and EUR 7 for children - A bar/lounge - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant - Coffee and tea in common areas - Free daily manager's reception ### Restaurants on site - Restaurant Golden Anchor ### Things to do - 24-hour gym - Sauna - TV in common areas ### Family friendly - Babysitting - Cot (surcharge) - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Free newspapers in lobby - Guidebooks - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk - Shared microwave - Water dispenser ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - 2 meeting rooms - 969 square feet of conference space ### Outdoors - On a river - Outdoor entertainment area - Outdoor furniture - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Handrails in stairways - Lever door handles - Lift - Visual alarms in hallways - Well-lit path to entrance ### More - Banquet hall - Reception hall - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes - Cot (surcharge) ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Slippers - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Free bottled water - Minibar - Restaurant dining guides - Tea bags/instant coffee ### More - Desk - Free local calls - Heating - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Iron/ironing board on request - Laptop workspace - Phone - Safe - Window screens ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM Early check-in subject to availability Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 16 ### Check-out Check-out before noon Late check-out subject to availability Late check-out fee: EUR 30 Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Cots (infant beds) are available for EUR 15 per night ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 5.30 per room, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 13.50 for adults and from EUR 7 for children - Late check-out fee: EUR 30 (subject to availability) - Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 15 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Gulden Anker Hotel Hotel Golden Anchor Gulden Anker Mechelen Gulden Anker Hotel Mechelen ## Frequently asked questions ### How much is parking at Gulden Anker? > Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free. ### What time is check-in at Gulden Anker? > Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Gulden Anker? > Checkout is at noon. Late checkout is available for EUR 30 (subject to availability). ### Where is Gulden Anker located? > Located in the heart of Mechelen, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Brussels Gate and Vrijbroek Park. Lamot Conference and Heritage Centre and Fish Market are also within 15 minutes. Mechelen Station is 14 minutes by foot and Mechelen (ZGP-Mechelen Train Station) is 14 minutes. ## Have a question? 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