Entire house boat·Private host

houseboat near city center

Houseboat in Ghent

2 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, travel cot

houseboat near city center provides amenities, such as a garden and a playground. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Exceptional

Entire house boat

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 380 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Kitchen
Outdoor space
Free WiFi
Water view

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

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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.

houseboat near city center

Welcome aboard houseboat 'Bellevue', the perfect place for a stay in Ghent. Located on the water of the Upper Scheldt, we offer a comfortable guesthouse for up to three people. Enjoy the peace and serenity of the water while being only minutes away from the vibrant city center.

Your stay is the entire prow of the boat, and includes a double bedroom, a single bedroom, a breakfast room, a bathroom, a separate shower, and a toilet. You can also use the spacious terrace on the deck.

A self-service breakfast can be provided at 15 euros/person.
Private underground parking can be rented at 10 euros/day

Property amenities

Beach

Beach loungers

Internet

Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Parking on site

Kitchenette

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Microwave
Refrigerator

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Entertainment

Books
Games
TV

Outdoor areas

Garden
Outdoor furniture

Comfort

Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board
Safe

Location highlights

On the waterfront

Things to do

Bicycles

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

Bicycles
Garden
Unit size: 861 square feet

Similar properties

Breakfast included
Air conditioning
Parking available
Living/dining area

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk hours vary at this property

Guests must contact the property for check-in information

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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

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

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

About the area

Gent, Vlaams Gewest

What's nearby

Ghent University Hospital - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Saint Bavo Cathedral - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
Ghent Town Hall - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
Flanders Expo - 6 min drive - 8.8 km
Gravensteen Castle - 6 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

Ghent-Sint-Pieters Station - 8 min drive
Brussels Airport (BRU) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

‪Cafetaria Strop - ‬7 min walk
‪Jilles - ‬8 min walk
‪Kingslize Premium Pizza - ‬8 min walk
‪Fedorest - ‬7 min walk
‪Delicieux - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is houseboat near city center pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at houseboat near city center ?

As of 11 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at houseboat near city center on 19 Nov 2025 start from €164.6, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at houseboat near city center ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at houseboat near city center ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is houseboat near city center located?

Located in Strop, this houseboat is within a 15-minute walk of Citadel Park, City Museum for Contemporary Art and Leopold Barracks. St. Peter's Abbey and Ghent International Convention Center are also within 15 minutes. Ghent-Sint-Pieters Station is 22 minutes by foot and Ghent (GNE-Sint-Pieters Train Station) is 22 minutes.

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houseboat near city center Reviews

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Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

8.0

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Ryan F.

4 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unique place to stay while visiting a beautiful city!

Great stay! Great host! Comfy bed! Close to city center! Would stay here again!

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

20 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Most fabulous stay!

What a wonderful stay. I loved all the details. Do breakfast! The host is amazing.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susanne H.

3 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Tolle Erfahrung

Liebevoll eingerichtetes Schiff, toller, hilfsbereiter Eigner. Jederzeit wieder!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew P.

6 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

All you could ask for from a short stay

BART was a fantastic host and the houseboat was lovely. Spotlessly clean, comfortable and great location - peaceful. Highly recommended. Thank you, Bart, for your warm hospitality.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

31 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

A houseboat with chickens! Quiet clean, nice breakfast. The hosts were friendly and welcoming. 30 minute walk to old-town

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cédric D.

25 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sejour original

Sejour depaysant et original, hôte tres sympathique

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy W.

12 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gent als Tagesausflug

Das Hausboot ist sehr schön. Von innen sehr gut und modern eingerichtet. Auf dem Deck müsste man den Boden etwas in Ordnung bringen. Der Gastgeber war sehr freundlich. Das Frühstück tip top. Wir waren sehr zufrieden.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024