Guesthouse PoortAckere Ghent
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About this property
This former monastery offers rooms in the center of Ghent, only 10 minutes’ walk from the Belfry. PoortAckere dates from 1278 and offers unique character, free Wi-Fi and a garden terrace. Guest house PoortAckere are the old nun’s cells, located in the historic building. The rooms have a shared bathroom. The restaurant serves elegant cuisine in the dining hall which features a high arched ceiling and gothic windows. There is a cozy bar in the Rector's old office Alijn House and the Design Museum are both within a 10-minute walk from the monastery. PoortAckere Guest house is 45 minutes’ drive from Brugge.
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Most popular amenities
- Private Parking
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- 24-hour front desk
- Terrace
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Cayley
South Africa
“Beautiful converted monastery with basic but comfortable rooms. The shared bathrooms were clean and convenient. All the staff were friendly and professional. The church is worth a look, too.” - Arturo
Mexico
“Amazing and immersive experience to stay in this place. Everything was perfect. The location is great, staff was really friendly and the room was clean.” - Olga
Poland
“The location was very nice - in the city center but in a calmer area. The staff was very helpful and friendly. I liked the fact that the showers and toilets were separate instead of cabins like it often is. The room was simple - as expected - but...” - Nickole
United States
“Very clean room and nice staff. Really unique building and experience” - Sergei
Australia
“This is an old monastery that's why the facilities are on the floor. The building is amazing, very beautiful, it is not far from city center on the quite street. It can be a bit noisy from the corridor though” - Francesca
Italy
“The staff was always kind and helpful. The place was clean and cozy. I really enjoyed my staying!” - Beyhan
Turkey
“Very clean, helpful staff, impressive ambiance. It was very nice to me that I stayed in such a good place. It was just 3-5 mins away by walking to the bridge.” - Manish
India
“I really liked the location of the hotel and the unique architecture for a hotel.” - Zhiqun
Italy
“Great location. Beautiful environment. Special atmosphere” - Anonymous
United States
“Beautiful property! Very convenient to the town center.”
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House rules
Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.





The fine print
When booking [5] rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Please inform Guesthouse PoortAckere Ghent 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.