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About the Hotel

Graslei 16, Ghent, Belgium
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Rooms

1898 The Post offers 38 rooms and suites, each with unique designs and antique furniture. The spacious accommodations range from 20 to 65 square meters, featuring large windows and high ceilings that highlight the venue's heritage. Standout options include the Tower Suite, located in a medieval tower, offering 360-degree views of historic Ghent.

Amenities

The hotel includes an on-site cocktail bar, The Cobbler, serving signature cocktails crafted with quality spirits and local ingredients. Guests can enjoy a luxury tearoom experience, open from November to March, featuring delicate teas and homemade pies. The hotel also supports business needs with a fully equipped conference room for meetings and private events.

Location

Situated on the Korenmarkt square, 1898 The Post showcases stunning views of St Nicholas' Church and is surrounded by Ghent's historic architecture. The hotel is built on the ruins of an old storehouse, reflecting the city's rich history. Its central location provides easy access to popular attractions and local dining options.

Dining

The hotel provides an open kitchen concept for breakfast, allowing guests to enjoy homemade American options with scenic views. The Cobbler bar transitions from a tearoom by day to an evening cocktail venue, offering a relaxing atmosphere. Small bites accompany the cocktail options, providing a full dining experience in-house.

Business

The conference room spans 54 square meters, accommodating up to 30 guests for events. It is equipped with two flatscreens for presentations and a separate lounge area for breaks. On-site catering options include a coffee or cocktail service through The Cobbler, enhancing the meeting experience.

Highlights

Location: Korenmarkt square, scenic views

Rooms: 38 unique accommodations

Dining: On-site cocktail bar The Cobbler

Business: Conference room for 30 guests

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Duplex King Room
2 persons
30 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Junior Suite
2 persons
32 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Duplex Standard King Room
2 persons
25 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Superior King Room
2 persons
25 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre
Ghent300 m
Airports
Deurne (ANR) 64.1 km
Ostend-Bruges (OST) 67.3 km
Train
Trainstation Ghent-Dampoort 1.4 km
Train Station Sint-Pieters Ghent 2.1 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

  • Cots
  • Board games

Room features

  • Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Location

Graslei 16, Ghent, Belgium
Map view
Graslei 16, Ghent, Belgium
Nearby
Sint-Veerleplein 11
Gravensteen
330 m
Sint-Baafsplein
Belfry of Ghent
340 m
Church
Saint Nicholas' Church
220 m
Square
Korenmarkt
120 m
Grootkanonplein 5
Dulle Griet
470 m
Academiestraat 1
Augustinian Monastery
540 m
Sint-Michielsplein Open from 14.00 to 17.00 only
St Michael s Church
310 m
Ghent City Center
120 m
Museum
Design Museum Gent
240 m
Church
Saint Bavo's Cathedral
100 m
Gallery
Belfry and Cloth Hall
260 m
Graslei en Korenleih
Graslei and Korenlei
60 m
Werregarenstraat
Graffiti Street
470 m
Bridge
St Michael's Bridge
110 m
Geraard de Duivelstraat 1
Geeraard de Duivelsteen
580 m
Museum
Museum Arnold Vander Haeghen
530 m
Church
St James' Church
530 m
Museum
The House of Alijn
450 m
Historic Site
Ghent Cloth Hall
340 m
Public Building
Ghent City Hall
430 m
Square
Graslei
50 m
Historic Site
Great Butchers' Hall
200 m
Botermarkt 17
Mammelokker
290 m
Restaurants
Du Progres
110 m
Korenmarkt 10
Restaurant De Graslei
100 m
Graslei 7
Restaurant De Witte Leeuw
110 m
Graslei 6
Ellis Gourmet Burger Ghent
110 m
Korenmarkt 12
De Grill
190 m
Korenlei 23 9000
The Celtic Towers Irish Pub
110 m
Sint-Michielshelling 5/6 9000
Di Massimo Ristorante-Pizzeria
80 m
Graslei 8
Jin Jiang
170 m
Korenlei 24
Wok U Want
80 m
Sint-Michielshelling 7
Faits Divers
140 m
Korenmarkt 31
Manhattn's Burgers Graslei
130 m
Graslei 10
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 16:00-23:59
Check-out
until 12 pm
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation might be needed) at EUR 25 per day.
Internet
is available in for free.
Breakfast
At the hotel 1898 The Post guests are invited to a full breakfast served for free. 
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, Spanish, Dutch
Number of rooms:
38
Check-in
02Dec2025Select date
Check-out
03Dec2025Select date
Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room