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Best Hotels in Bruges, Belgium for Tourists to Stay

From lacemaking and canal boat tours to art in many forms – ice sculpture, Old Masters, even Michelangelo – there are many things to see and do in Bruges. When traveling to this destination, you should look for and book a comfortable place in advance. This post will recommend some of the best hotels in Bruges for you to choose from.

Best Hotels in Bruges

1. Hotel Van Cleef

best hotels in Bruges: Hotel Van Cleef

 

Home to the Van Cleef dynasty for over seven hundred years, and now an Italianate boutique hotel overlooking a canal, room amenities include minibars and marble bathrooms with whirlpool tubs. Upgrades bring canal views and wooden-beamed ceilings, but all guests can enjoy the artworks lining the restaurant walls, and the ideally-placed waterside terrace. Run by the team behind The Pand and De Orangerie, it won a Belgian Hospitality Award for Best Hotel Concept in 2015. The Van Cleef is a short distance from the medieval Belfry of Bruges, and one kilometer from the Church of Our Lady and its Michelangelo sculpture.

2. Guesthouse Bonifacius

Guesthouse Bonifacius

 

Is it a B&B or a luxury hotel? The line between the two is ultra-thin at this spectacular 16th-century house, wedged between a cobbled street and a canal. There are only three rooms (so that intimate five-star service is all yours), and they’re a far cry from standard B&B looks, with paneled walls which mute any hint of flounce from the four-posters and floral cushions. Your breakfast at bay windows cantilevered over the canal, but the big draw is the rooftop terrace, overlooking the elegant spire of the Church of Our Lady, home to Michelangelo’s Madonna of Bruges.

3. Hotel Prisenhof

best hotels in Bruges: Hotel Prisenhof

 

Originally a 1930s mansion and retaining its period facade, this award-winning family-run establishment provides every comfort, with upgrades available to make the experience even more special. The Champagne Breakfast is a must, but guests will also want to linger in The Bowler bar, which displays pictures of comics such as Laurel and Hardy on the wall. Centrally-situated but on a quiet street, the Flemish-style Prisenhof is a short stroll from the main sights around the Markt, with a free walking tour on offer during the week. Packages include a themed guided tour and museum tickets, while nearby amenities include bike, scooter or moped hire, and golfing.

4. Hotel Dukes’ Palace

best hotels in Bruges: Hotel Dukes' Palace

 

In Bruges, Belgium, the Hotel Dukes’ Palace isn’t just a hotel, but rather a piece of history, acting as the former residence of the Burgundian aristocracy. Though the days of the Dukes are long gone, what remains is a pristinely preserved property that still retains a sense of Old World wonder. The hotel’s castle-like facade stuns visitors, and the lobby’s marble columns and cascading staircases harken back to a time when royalty roamed the halls. Rooms are just as classic but feature a plethora of updated amenities, such as marble bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, espresso machines, and free wireless internet access, to name a few. Guests can also take advantage of the on-site spa and fitness center, but the property’s garden received the most praise from recent visitors. The nearly 33,000-square-foot manicured garden is populated with sculptures and seating areas, perfect for some relaxation in between sightseeing. And at the Hotel Dukes’ Palace, touring Bruges is easier than ever.

5. Flanders Hotel

Flanders Hotel

 

All the amenities you’d find in a big hotel are present and correct at the Flanders. Crisp, modern rooms are a soothing mix of greiges and taupes on the walls and funky modern furniture. There’s a great bar, Barazar, managing a fine line of cocktails as well as the obligatory Belgian beer. There’s even a small indoor swimming pool if you want to get some pre-sightseeing laps in. It’s a great choice for families, too, with triple rooms and one that sleeps up to five.

6. Hotel Heritage

Hotel Heritage

One of the best hotels in Bruges is the Hotel Heritage that lives up to its name in every way. The nineteenth-century building, in a UNESCO World Heritage area, has a dining room dating from 1869, a fourteenth-century wine cellar, and a gym housed in twelfth-century quarters. Part of the Relais and Chateaux group, rooms range from Classic (with an iPad) up to a suite with a Belfry view. The hotel is conveniently situated in the middle of medieval Bruges and close to theatres, shops, and restaurants serving Belgium’s acclaimed cuisine. A horse and carriage ride starting from here would be a pleasant way to take in the rest of the compact city center.
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