Title: Exceptional Houseboat in Ghent's waters 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) Entire house boat # Exceptional Houseboat in Ghent's waters ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103480000/103470700/103470616/e89837da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103480000/103470700/103470616/dfe9a688.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103480000/103470700/103470616/5f7a4014.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103480000/103470700/103470616/1edf680f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103480000/103470700/103470616/25a0699e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Exceptional Houseboat in Ghent's waters provides everything that you need. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ### Entire house boat 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Air conditioning - Kitchen - Lake view ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## 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. ### Exceptional Houseboat in Ghent's waters Summary: Stay on our exquisite 2-bedroom houseboat in Ghent, near medieval landmarks and Gothic architecture. Ideal for families and business travelers, it offers sophisticated bedrooms, a comfortable living area, and easy city access. Experience unique waterside living with city charm at your doorstep. The Space: Placed in a dream location, wake up to the gentle sounds of water lapping against the boat, and step outside to find yourself in the heart of the city's vibrant pulse. Ghent's renowned attractions, historic landmarks, chic boutiques, and diverse dining options are all within effortless reach. Whether you're strolling along the scenic canals, savoring local delicacies in nearby restaurants, or immersing yourself in the city's cultural treasures, our houseboat's location ensures that every moment of your Ghent experience is just steps away. Furthermore, discover the epitome of elegance and comfort in our houseboat sanctuary. Step into a thoughtfully designed open-concept space where the living room seamlessly melds with a very well equipped kitchen, inviting you to unwind and indulge. Sink into plush seating and lose yourself in cinematic adventures on our smart TV, or venture out to explore the vibrant culinary scene and trendy boutiques of Ghent just around the corner. Guest Access: Keep reading to find more inspiring details and start planning your trip to Ghent today ✓ Self Check-in: Enjoy checking in seamlessly with our keypad, along with customer service 18 hours a day, 7 days a week. ✓ Work from Home: Our lightning fast internet speeds will guarantee you get your work done in no time. ✓ Excellent Transport Links: You can take a bus or tram to everywhere in Ghent, there is a bus stop only a 2-minute walk from the boat and a tram station at a 9-minute walk away. The Neighborhood: With so many historical, educational, and outdoor attractions, you will never be bored in this medieval city! \*History & Culture\* Make sure to reserve at least a few days to visit and learn more about Gent’s deep history and cultural landmarks! We recommend visiting top-rated Gravensteen attraction – a 10th century majestic castle built in a moat offering a stunning backdrop of the city. Why not also visit the historic city centre and admire the fascinating Gothic and Romanesque architecture? Saint Bavo’s Cathedral and Saint Nicholas’ Church are prominent examples of this architectural style, along with an intricately detailed interior. For art enthusiasts, the Museum voor Schone Kunsten (Museum of Fine Arts) is a must-see, containing thousands of exhibitions and preserved pieces of art from the late Middle Ages all the way up to the first half of the 20th century. Other notable mentions include the Museum of Contemporary Art, Korenlei, and Kasteel van Ooidonk. \*Nature\* You will be spoiled for choice when it comes to all the natural attractions that Gent has to offer! On the outskirts of Gent lies the Bourgoyen-Ossemeersen Nature Preserve – covering 230 hectares of marshland, wetlands, farmlands, meadows, and canals as well as many species of birds. If you want to see more diverse plant life and biodiversity, head on over to the Ghent University Botanical Gardens. Here you will have the chance to discover over 10,000 plant species from all around the world! Need a break from the city? No problem – take a stroll down one of the many beautiful city parks, with Citadel Park, Muinkpark, and Koning Albert I Park being a stone’s throw away. \*Entertainment\* There are a multitude of high calibre performing art centres, concert halls, and live music venues for you to indulge in. Witness the grand spectacle of the Gent Symphony Orchestra at Opera Gent or listen to contemporary jazz at Bijloke Gent Music Centre. No matter your preference, you will certainly find a performance that fits your own personal taste. Go to the visitgent website to discover more. Getting Around: Supermarkets and Shopping: • Carrefour market Dampoort • Spar Joremaaie • Tevhid Supermarkt • Shopping centre ‘T Zuid • Dok-Noord Shopping Centre • Shopping district Veldstraat/Korenmarkt Restaurants and Bars: • La Bussola • Gulzig • Pomodoré • Golden Gai • PUBLIEK • NOON Sandwicherie • The Drifter • Bar Popular • Gentse Gruut Brouwerij • Café ‘t Kanon Sightseeing and Top-Rated Attractions: • Gravensteen • Korenlei • Saint Bavo's Cathedral • Saint Nicholas' Church • Korenmarkt • Industriemuseum Gent • Kunsthal Gent • Baudelopark ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104370000/104360100/104360081/f7dfd236.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### B3 Houseboat in the centre of Ghent, Captain's room Ghent - Breakfast included - Air conditioning - Parking available - Living/dining area 10 Exceptional 1 review £142 includes taxes & fees 6 Oct - 7 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=104360081&PinnedHotelID=104360081&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118120000/118113800/118113725/9cfc5423.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Dock Suites. 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No abundance of noise after 10PM. No parties, no outside visitors, no overnight guests without previous app... ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds This property does not allow children Note from host: The boat lies in the water, so there is a risk ... ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### 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 This property accepts cash 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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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 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 6491ae18336d8d0034b429d3 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C51.05819%2C3.73902&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=-d22O95Qqy3cV_4g0gH4nWBeYLE=) Gent, Vlaams Gewest #### Getting around - Ghent-Dampoort Station - 4 min walk #### Restaurants - ‪Pitta Malatya - ‬5 min walk - ‪Golden Gai - ‬6 min walk - ‪Mortier - ‬5 min walk - ‪De Salon - ‬2 min walk - ‪Kleindok - ‬2 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Exceptional Houseboat in Ghent's waters pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Exceptional Houseboat in Ghent's waters? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Exceptional Houseboat in Ghent's waters? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Exceptional Houseboat in Ghent's waters located? > Situated on the waterfront, this houseboat is within a 15-minute walk of St. Bavo's Abbey, Baudelo Park and Portus Ganda. Van Eyck Swimming Pool and Ghent Museum of Industrial Archeology and Textiles are also within 15 minutes. Ghent-Dampoort Station is only a 4-minute walk. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question 9.6 ### Exceptional